Eligibility Requirements

You can come to Canada to study if you meet the following criteria:

1. You are enrolled at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
2. You can prove that you have enough money to cover:
3. Tuition fees
4. Living expenses for yourself and any family members who accompany you to Canada
5. Return transportation for yourself and any family members who accompany you to Canada
6. You obey the law, have no criminal record, and can provide a police certificate if required.
7. You are in good health and can undergo a medical exam if required.
8. You can convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada when your study permit expires.

Student Direct Stream

If you are a legal resident of certain countries, you may be eligible to get your study permit faster by applying online through the Student Direct Stream.

Your Responsibilities

While studying in Canada, you must:

1. Make progress towards completing your program.
2. Respect any conditions listed on your study permit.
3. Stop studying if you no longer meet the requirements.

Depending on your situation, your study permit may include conditions such as:

1. Whether you are allowed to work in Canada
2. Whether you are allowed to travel within Canada
3. The specific date by which you must leave Canada
4. The institution where you are permitted to study (a specific DLI listed on your permit)

If you need to change your DLI, you must update this information in your IRCC secure account before attending a different institution.

1. Whether you need an immigration medical examination