Study Permit

A study permit is a document issued by IRCC that authorizes an international student to pursue academic programs at Designated Learning Institutions (DLI) in Canada. Most international students need a study permit in order to study in Canada. A TRV might be required to enter Canada based on a student’s country of residence or citizenship.

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Eligibility

There are certain requirements that must be met before getting a study permit. An applicant must:

Be enrolled at a DLI.
Be able to prove that they will leave Canada at the end of their study permit.
Must have enough money to pay their Tuition Fee, Living expenses for themselves and their accompanying family members.
Have no criminal record.
Be in good health and get a medical exam done if required.

If you think you are eligible for a study permit, you should gather the required supporting documents once you get your acceptance letter from a DLI. Applications can be submitted as paper applications or online. The processing time varies across different countries and visa offices. Remember, you only get your study permit once you land in Canada.

Working While You Study

There are a variety of options for an international student to work in Canada while studying. This not only helps them gain valuable experience under their belt but also gives them a keen insight into Canadian workplace practices. These options are as follows:

On–Campus: An international student can work on campus if their study permit lists condition allowing them to work on or off campus. You can work on campus without a work permit only if you are a full-time post-secondary student at a DLI, have a valid study permit, and have a Social Insurance Number (SIN). You are allowed a maximum of 20 hours per week.
Off–Campus: An international student can start working off-campus only after their studies have started. During the semester, an international student can work part-time for up to 20 hours a week. During semester breaks, you are allowed to work full-time (30 hours or more per week). Remember, you cannot work on or off campus if you are on Authorized Leave. Authorized leave and semester breaks are not the same.
Co–Op: You can apply for a co–op or internship work permit if you have a valid study permit, work is required to complete studies in Canada, and your school confirms that all students in your program need to complete work placements to get their degree and your internship is not more than 50% of the study program.
SOWP: An international student’s spouse or common-law partner can apply for Spousal Open Work Permit. The student should have a valid study permit and be a full-time student at a public post-secondary school, a private college-level school in Quebec, or a Canadian private school that can legally award degrees under provincial law.
PGWP: Once an international student has completed their certificate, diploma, or degree from an eligible DLI, they are eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). This type of work permit allows you to work full-time for any employer anywhere in Canada. The duration of studies determines the length of PGWP. For a one-year program, you can get a 1-year PGWP and 3 years PGWP for a program of two years or more.