What exactly is Student Visa ?
Student Visa is a document for foreign national student to authorize and study in top most reputed institutes and universities across Canada though DLI (Designated Learning Institution).
Criteria ?
– Sufficient fund secured for survival in Canada.
– Convince on exit post expiry of your stay.
– Not being involved in Criminal offences.
– Not involving in any activity involving Risk to Canada.
– Will not be inadmissible to Canada.
– Satisfy Health Criteria ( May need Medical Exam)
Validity ?
– Valid till the study program. Additionally 90 day from the end date.
If you can’t finish your courses before the date on your permit, you must apply to extend your stay as a student.
– Incase if the course completes before the estimated time, your visa will stop being valid 90 days – despite of the date printed originally.
Accompanying Family Members ?
– You are eligible to apply for Open Work Permit for married partner or common-law partner, it is valid till your study period.
Working in Canada during or post your studies ?
– International student is eligible to work part time (less than 20 hours a week) without work permit.
– During summer break, winter brea you are eligible to work full time, post checking with your institute/university.
– If an International Student wishes to work full-time or participate in a placement or co-op while studying, they must obtain a Work Permit.