Canada Study Permit

The Canada Study Permit is the official authorization issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows foreign nationals to study at a Canadian designated learning institution (DLI). The study permit system has evolved to an online-first application model — applicants create an IRCC account, submit supporting documents, and complete biometrics where required. IRCC issues a port-of-entry letter of introduction upon approval; this is not a travel visa itself but is required to collect your study permit at the border or a Canadian port of entry.

Applications are submitted through the IRCC portal at IRCC — Apply for a study permit or via authorized third-party services like DoVisa for extra document checks and guidance. Typical supporting items include your letter of acceptance from a DLI, proof of sufficient funds, a valid passport, and other documents listed on your IRCC document checklist. After approval you normally receive a port-of-entry letter of introduction by email and instructions on biometrics or medical exams if required.

The Canada Study Permit is a permission to study in Canada — it differs from an entry visa (a visitor visa or eTA) which you may also need to physically board your flight. Recent updates to Canada’s student immigration policies and 2026 allocation notices (IRCC) emphasize digital submission and province-level attestation letters for certain programs — check IRCC for program-specific changes. The study permit does not replace the requirement for a valid travel document or any additional provincial paperwork required by your institution.

Key facts: confirm your DLI acceptance, prepare biometrics/medical checks early, and keep your port-of-entry letter ready. For more on general entry rules see Canada visa information and the official IRCC portal above. Apply for your Canada Study Permit now.