• Get Acceptance Letter from a Canadian DLI

• Gather Documents

  • Passport

  • Proof of funds

  • Letter of explanation

  • Police clearance (if required)

  • Medical exam (if required)

• Apply Online or at Visa Application Center (VAC)

• Provide Biometrics

• Wait for Approval

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• Passport

• Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)

• Proof of financial support (tuition + living expenses)

• Statement of purpose / letter of explanation

• Academic transcripts / certificates

• Language proficiency test results (IELTS / TOEFL / CELPIP)

• Police clearance certificates (if applicable)

• Medical examination (if required)

Optional (if applying for co-op / internship program):

• Co-op work letter from institution

• Internship placement agreement

1. Purpose of Study / Course Relevance

   • Explain why you chose this specific course/program in Canada

   • Show how the program fits your past education and career goals

   • Demonstrate progression in studies (i.e., previous studies logically lead to this program)

   Evidence to include:

   • Acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)

   • Academic transcripts, certificates, diplomas

   • Statement of Purpose / Career Plan

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   2️⃣ Personal Ties to Home Country

   • Strong family connections (parents, siblings, spouse, children)

   • Community involvement, employment, or professional network

   • Any obligations that show you will return home after studies

   Evidence to include:

   • Family tree or letter of family support

   • Employment letters, property ownership documents

   • Community engagement certificates

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   3️⃣ Financial Capacity

   • Proof of funds to cover tuition, living expenses, and return travel

   • Show that you will not need to overstay to work illegally

   • Evidence of financial stability in your home country

   Evidence to include:

   • Bank statements, savings account statements

   • Scholarship letters, sponsorship letters

   • Employment pay slips, tax documents

   • Property ownership or business proof (if applicable)

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   4️⃣ Home Country Conditions

   • Political stability, safety, and civil conditions in home country

   • Address any perceived risk of overstaying if from high-risk regions

   • Explain why your home region is safe, if relevant

   Evidence to include:

   • Official reports, media clippings (optional)

   • Personal statement explaining ties and intention to return

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   5️⃣ Immigration / Travel History

   • Previous visa approvals or refusals

   • History of compliance with other countries’ immigration rules

   Evidence to include:

   • Old passports with entry/exit stamps

   • Previous visa approval letters

   • Explanation for any visa refusals

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   6️⃣ Potential Circumstances in Canada

   • Accommodation arrangements

   • Support network (family/friends in Canada, if any)

   • Employment plan (part-time work allowed up to 20 hours/week)

   • Legal compliance with study permit conditions

   Evidence to include:

   • Lease or housing arrangement proof

   • Letters from family/friends in Canada

   • Study plan outlining how you will manage finances, study, and work

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   7️⃣ Minor Applicants

   • Parent or guardian’s intentions and support

   • Proof of guardian’s legal authority to sponsor the minor’s studies

   Evidence to include:

   • Guardianship documents

   • Parent’s financial support documents

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   8️⃣ Additional / Optional

   • Letters of recommendation

   • Certificates of achievement, awards, or professional recognition

   • Any other factors relevant to demonstrate genuine temporary resident intent