Study in Canada as an International Student

Explore Canadian Study Permit options, Designated Learning Institutions (DLI), and pathways to work and permanent residence after graduation.

4 Steps from Admission to Permanent Residence in Canada

Understanding Study Permit

Before Apply for Study Permit

Check Study Permit requirements, eligibility, and steps ›

International Student Life in Canada

Living costs, scholarships, housing, healthcare, and support ›

1

Requirments for Study

Choose a School

Search Canadian DLIs and academic programs ›

Get a Letter of Acceptance (LOA)

Understand how to receive admission from a Canadian school ›

Apply for a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL / TAL)

Learn how to get PAL/TAL for a Canada study permit ›

2

Apply for Study Permit

Canada Study Permit Complete Guide

Eligibility, application process, required documents, and processing times ›

Studying in Canada as a Minor

Requirements and custodianship for children studying in Canada ›

Study Permit Inside Canada

Who can apply from inside in Canada and requirements ›

3

Study, Work and Status

Change or Extent Study Permit

Changing schools or extending status or restore your status ›

Study Permit Conditions

Rules, work limits, status, and compliance requirements ›

Work While Studying in Canada

On-campus, off-campus, and co-op work opportunities for international students ›

4

After Graduation in Canada

Apply for a Work Permit

Work in Canada after graduation through the Post-Graduation Work Permit ›

Apply for Canadian Permanent Residence

Explore Express Entry and Canadian work experience immigration pathways ›