Study Permit

A Canadian Study Permit is an official document issued by IRCC that allows foreign nationals to study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). It is not a visa — you may also need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or eTA to enter Canada, depending on your nationality.

 

You need a study permit if:

●  Your program duration is over 6 months

●  You are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

●  You are enrolling in a primary, secondary, post-secondary, or vocational program

You may not need a study permit if your program is 6 months or shorter — but applying can still offer flexibility for future extensions.

To apply for a study permit, you must submit:

✓  Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from a DLI

✓  Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), if required by the province

✓  Proof of financial support (tuition + $20,635 for living + travel)

✓  Valid passport

✓  Statement of Purpose (SOP)

✓  Medical exam or police clearance (if applicable)

1.  Apply to a DLI and receive LOA

2.  Receive PAL (if applicable)

3.  Gather required documents

4.  Apply online via IRCC portal or at a Visa Application Centre (VAC)

5.  Submit biometrics (if required)

6.  Wait for approval and receive Port of Entry (POE) Letter

🚫 Insufficient financial proof

🚫 Weak or generic SOP

🚫 Questionable travel history or purpose

🚫 Family ties not demonstrated

🚫 Not convincing officer of intent to return home

We help strengthen your application to reduce these risks.

●  Your study permit is valid for the length of your program + 90 days

●  You may apply to extend your permit from inside Canada

●  Upon graduation, you may become eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

At Sapra Immigration Services Inc., we:

●  Review and complete your entire study permit application

●  Assist with strong SOP and documentation

●  Guide you if you were refused before

●  Help with change of status or permit extensions

●  Provide support for your spouse and children if they are accompanying you