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All documents required to apply for a Canadian study permit.

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14
Total documents
11
Mandatory
4-8 weeks
Processing time
CAD $150
Government fee

A Canadian study permit application is highly document-driven. Missing or weak documents are the #1 cause of refusal — not the academic profile. This checklist covers everything IRCC expects to see, both mandatory (M) and situational (S).

New in 2024-2026: a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is now mandatory for nearly all study permit applicants except master's/doctoral students. Without a PAL, IRCC will refuse the application as incomplete — they will not request it later.

Required documents

Identity & Status
  • Valid passport Required
    Must be valid for the entire intended period of stay in Canada. Include a copy of the bio page and any pages with visas/stamps.
  • Two recent passport-style photos Required
    Taken within last 6 months. 35mm × 45mm. Date and photographer name on back.
  • Birth certificate or family book Optional
    Original government-issued birth certificate with certified English/French translation if not in English/French.
Provincial Documents
  • Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) Required
    Mandatory for most study permit applicants since January 2024. Issued by your province through your DLI. Master's and PhD students at universities are exempt.
Education
  • Letter of Acceptance from DLI Required
    Official letter from a Designated Learning Institution on letterhead with DLI number, program name, duration, tuition, and start date.
  • Previous academic transcripts & certificates Required
    High school transcripts/diploma; bachelor's degree transcripts & certificate if applicable. All non-English/French docs need certified translation.
  • English/French language test Required
    IELTS Academic 6.0+ overall (most undergraduate programs), TOEFL iBT 80+, PTE 60+, or TEF/TCF Canada for French programs. Submit official score report.
Financial
  • Proof of funds — first year Required
    Bank statements (last 4-6 months), GIC of CAD $20,635, scholarship letters, or sponsor's bank statements + sponsorship letter. Must cover tuition + CAD $20,635 living costs.
  • Tuition fee receipt or payment proof Optional
    Receipt showing first semester or first year tuition paid (recommended for stronger application even if not strictly required).
Supporting
  • Statement of Purpose (study plan) Required
    A 1-2 page letter explaining: why this program, why this institution, why Canada, your career plans, and ties to your home country. The most important non-financial document.
  • Resume / CV Optional
    Chronological work and education history. Required if you have any post-secondary experience or work history.
  • Police certificate(s) Optional
    Required if you have lived in any country other than your home country for 6+ months in the past 10 years.
Medical & Biometrics
  • Biometrics (after applying) Required
    CAD $85 fee. After application submission, you'll receive a Biometric Instruction Letter — schedule appointment at a Visa Application Centre within 30 days.
  • Upfront medical exam (IME) Optional
    Required for stays of 6+ months from designated countries OR if you'll work in healthcare/childcare. Use an IRCC panel physician — list at canada.ca.

Tips for a strong study permit application

  • Apply at least 4-6 months before your program start date
  • Your study plan / statement of purpose is the single most important non-financial document — invest serious time in it
  • Show more proof of funds than the minimum (CAD $20,635 + tuition for 12 months) — visa officers want comfort, not just compliance
  • Be careful with document translations — non-certified translations are a common refusal trigger

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