Canada Study Permits - Arriving
When you arrive in Canada as a foreign student, the first person you will encounter is an officer from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The CBSA is responsible for security at Canada's borders and other points of entry.
Arriving in Canada - Documents
Make sure you have all of your travel documents ready to show to the CBSA officer. The types of documents the CBSA officer will want to see include your:
- Passport
- Acceptance letter from the visa office who approved your study permit application
- A valid temporary resident visa (if required)
- A letter of acceptance from the educational institution at which you plan to study
- Proof that you have enough funds to finance your stay in Canada (Please note that if you arrive in Canada with more than $10,000 in cash, you must disclose this to the CBSA officer.)
- Any other pertinent documentation that will support your request for a study permit
Having all of these documents does not guarantee you entry into Canada. However, if you do not have them, you may be refused entry.
Study Permits - Terms and Conditions
Once you receive your study permit, familiarize yourself with its terms and conditions, including:
- The expiry date
- The institution(s) at which you can study
- Whether or not you are allowed to work while in Canada
- Whether you are required to get a medical examination or treatment (please note that the Government of Canada does not pay for medical insurance for foreign students)
- Whether your ability to travel within Canada is restricted in any way
- The conditions by which you may leave and re-enter Canada
If you would like more information on arriving in Canada under a study permit, please visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada's official web site.
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