Schools that do not require GRE for PhD/ Masters: tiny.cc/qil7gz
1. After you have received your acceptance letter from the school, you should check if you need a study permit here: tiny.cc/qpn7gz
Most likely, the self-assessment will indicate you are eligible & need to apply for a study permit
Then click: ‘Apply for Study Permit’
2. On the 'Apply for Study Permit' page you’d be asked two questions:
(a.) Where are you applying from? Answer: Outside Canada.
(b.) How do you want to apply? Answer: Online.
Then scroll down and click:
‘Create An Account and Sign In.'
3. You should see this page after clicking 'Create An Account & Sign In': tiny.cc/l7n7gz
Once there, click: ‘Sign in with GCKey’.
Create your Username, Password & Security Q&As.
Voila! You now have an online profile with a required list of documents to submit.
4. Now gather your Documents.
The ‘FORMS’ you’d need are:
(a.) Application of a Study Permit made outside Canada. (IMM 1294)
(b.) Application for a Temporary Resident Visa made outside Canada. (Optional)
(c.) Family Information Form (IMM 5645 or IMM 5707)
Here is a link to find all required forms: tiny.cc/j115gz
*It is best to:
- Download the forms first.
- Go to the 'download folder' on your computer.
- Open the forms from there.
*Also, ensure to install the most recent version of Adobe Reader.
Other Required Documents:
- Acceptance Letter from School
- International Passport
- Digital Passport Photograph (Canada Spec required)
Here is the Canada digital passport specification: tiny.cc/c515gz
- Proof of Means of Financial Support (Statement of Account)
***For Proof of Means of Financial Support, provide your sponsor's statement of account as well as your own statement of account.
Also, provide any other document that can support your financial dependency.
- Police Clearance Certificate, PCC (Optional)
The PCC is not a required document listed on the CIC study visa checklist.
However, in order to avoid delay in processing time in case they need it, I always advise to include it.
- Motivation/ Letter of Explanation
This is where you tell:
-A story unique to yourself.
-Who you are.
-What you presently do?
-Why study in Canada and not some other country?
-Why return to your country after study?
-Why the school?
-Why did you choose the course?
- A letter from Sponsor
Sponsor (preferably Dad/Mum) should write a letter of introduction.
It should include:
-How you are related.
-Why they want you to school in Canada.
-Importance of course.
-Financial capabilities available.
-Concrete confirmation that you’d return.
Most times, there will not be a designated section on your profile to upload any of the following additional/optional documents:
a.Police report
b.Sponsor Letter
c.Resume
d.Job Offer Letter
e.Job Promotion Letter
f.Job Confirmation Letter
g.Portfolio Information
In this case, use one of the PDF Mergers below to merge above documents in (a-g) to your Motivational Letter.
-PDF Merge
-PDFSam
-PDFbinder
-SmallPDF
If the PDF file is more than 4MB, use one of the following to compress the file:
-FreePDFConvert
-Pdf2Go
-SodaPDF
-PDF24
5. Double-check all documents & forms to ensure they’ve been filled, signed, and validated properly.
6. When you are sure all is good, then proceed to submit.
Application fee is:
- Study Permit: CAD150
- Biometrics Fee: CAD85
Total: CAD235.
**Biometrics is done at VFS Office
7. After submitting your application, you’d get a 'Biometrics Introduction Letter', which you’d take to the VFS Office for your biometrics.
- Once you receive this letter, check the VFS website and book an appointment here: tiny.cc/hwo7gz
Finally, work on these for a strong application:
1. Choice of Sponsor: Dad/ Mum usually the most preferred sponsor. (Not uncle or aunt).
2. Insufficient Funds: Asides from your tution fees, you should show there is CAD10,000 available for every school year you’d spend in Canada
3. Improper Documentation: Don't submit Document A for B or vice versa. No one has time to sort documents.
4. No travel history: Try to get your passport stamped.
5. Not meeting health standard: Here is a link to health issues by CIC: tiny.cc/djv7gz
6. Possibility of overstaying: This is why you should submit a strong convincing motivational letter alongside your sponsor's indicating you’d be returning after your study.
One thing to note is that once you receive a notification from CIC to go for a medical examination, just start getting your bags ready because the study permit might get approved.
As always, Canada Immigration is a DIY process because the info is out there, but if you are overwhelmed, denied before, unsure, and need assistance...
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Express Entry is the fastest and most popular pathway to permanent residence for immigrants seeking a new life in Canada.
Each year, Canada welcomes around 110,000 skilled workers through the Express Entry system.
Wondering how much express entry fees to Canada are?
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The most important fees to consider for Express Entry are the application fees (the fees you must pay to Immigration Canada to have them process your application), and the proof of funds
The Express Entry application fees include the following:
• $1,325 for the main applicant,
and an additional $1,325 if a spouse or common law partner is included
• $225 per dependent child included in the application
• $85 biometrics fee for the main applicant, or $170 total for 2 or more applicants.
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Summary:
- The Pilot is community-driven.
- The communities attract new immigrants & match them with local jobs.
- They recommend candidates for PRs to IRCC for a final decision.
- The pilot connects newcomers with settlement services and mentoring opportunities.
-The communities ensure they attract those who fit the economic needs of their community.
-They ensure you have a genuine employment opportunity that meets their requirements and
-You actually have the intention of staying in that particular community when you arrive in Canada.