Indian Study Permit Canada
Study Permit
Visa fee
CA$150
Processing time
60–120 days
Requirements
6 documents
Validity
Duration of study
Work rights
Up to 24 hours/week during term; full-time during official breaks.
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- Valid PassportdocumentRequired
- Letter of Acceptance from a DLIdocumentRequired
- Proof of Financial SupportfinancialRequired
- Statement of Purpose (Study Plan)documentRequired
- Biometrics (Fingerprints + Photo)biometricRequired
- English Language Proficiency TestlanguageRequired
Step-by-Step Application Timeline
Follow these steps in order to complete your Study Permit application.
Valid Passport
Passport valid for the full duration of your study program in Canada.
Letter of Acceptance from a DLI
Official acceptance letter from a Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI). The DLI number must appear on the letter.
Proof of Financial Support
Evidence of CAD $10,000/year for living expenses (in addition to tuition). Accepted: bank statements, scholarship letters, sponsor letters.
Tip: Show at least 6 months of consistent bank statements. IRCC is suspicious of large recent deposits — they want to see stable funds.
Statement of Purpose (Study Plan)
Written explanation of why you want to study in Canada, your chosen program, and your plans after graduation (demonstrating home ties).
Tip: Tie-back to home country is critical — IRCC wants confidence you will return. Mention career plans, family, property.
Biometrics (Fingerprints + Photo)
Fingerprints and photo collected at a Visa Application Centre (VAC). Fee: CAD $85. Required for most nationalities.
Tip: Book your biometrics appointment as soon as you submit your application — slots at major centres fill up fast.
English Language Proficiency Test
IELTS Academic (min. 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5) or equivalent TOEFL iBT (min. 80). Check your university's specific cut-off.
Tip: Many top Canadian universities require IELTS 6.5 or 7.0. Check your specific institution — not just IRCC's minimum.
Timeline Simulator
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Document gathering
Mar 29, 2026 — Apr 26, 2026 (14–28 days)
Appointment booking
Apr 26, 2026 — May 10, 2026 (7–14 days)
Application submission
May 10, 2026
Processing period
May 10, 2026 — Sep 7, 2026 (60–120 days)
Estimated decision
Jul 9, 2026
Total estimated timeline
81–162 days
From start of preparation to decision (Mar 29, 2026 → Sep 7, 2026)
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