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VISA Information

Visa Requirements

A Study Permit is not required for programs less than 6 months in lengths. Please ensure if you need either a Temporary Resident Permit or an eTA before entering Canada. Immigration Visit the website of Refugee Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to check this.

Document Requirements

International students

Frequently asked questions

Is International House Vancouver able to apply for visas and permits on behalf of International College students?

No. Only Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants and Canadian Lawyers are authorised to apply for immigration visas and permits on behalf of students. However, our team can provide our students with guidance on general immigration issues, and refer them to immigration practitioners that can assist them with their needs.

When do students receive these documents?

The students will receive these documents upon their arrival in Canada, either from the Immigration Officer at the airport or land border. It is necessary for them to present the documentation that verifies their study permit application has been approved by a visa office outside Canada.

What if the student is completing a less-than-6-month English program as a prerequisite for the International House Vancouver program?
  1. If the student is completing a less-than-6-month English program as a prerequisite for the International House Vancouver program, it is recommended to apply for a study permit at a visa office abroad.
  2. The study permit application should include both Letters of Acceptance for the English program and the subsequent International House Vancouver program.
  3. If the application is approved, the student will receive a study permit document, allowing them to continue their studies in Canada without interruption once they meet the English requirement for the college program.
  4. Alternatively, students can choose to enter Canada to complete their English requirement without a study permit, but it is crucial to have a study permit approved before starting the International House Vancouver program.
  5. To ensure timely approval, it is advised to apply for the study permit at least five weeks in advance and be flexible with the program’s start date in case the study permit is not received on time.

Medical Insurance

Medical Insurance is required for students studying in Canada.

Options for medical insurance are:

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