Content Writer - Study Abroad | Updated On - Oct 7, 2024
A Canadian student visa is a legal document that allows you to enter the country as a student. To apply for a Canada student visa, you must pay two major fees: the application and biometric fees. Canada student visa application fee is 150 CAD and biometrics fee is 85 CAD for a single student. If your existing visa is expired, and you want to restore your status as a student, then you need to pay 379 CAD.
As of the latest update of September 24, Indian students can get their Canadian student visa within 6 weeks after successful application submission. If you are already in Canada with a valid visa and applying for a study permit, it can take up to 16 weeks. Come along to know more.
Costs to Consider for a Canada Student Visa
You will need a study permit/ student visa if you wish to study in Canada for more than 6 months. You can apply for a study permit with an offer letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada. There are other expenses related to the student visa application process, mentioned below
| Parameters | Cost |
|---|---|
| Medical Exam Fees | 200 to 300 CAD |
| Police Clearance Certificate | 20 to 100 CAD |
| Visa Application Center (VAC) Service Fees | 30 to 60 CAD |
| Biometric, per person | 85 CAD |
| Biometrics - per family (2 or more people) | 170 CAD |
| Biometrics - per group (3 or more performing artists) | 255 CAD |
| Electronic Travel Authorization | 7 CAD |
How to Apply for a Canadian Student Visa
It is recommended to apply for a Canadian student visa online. Paper/ offline applications take longer to process. Check out the application process mentioned below
- Step 1: Meet the eligibility criteria
- Step 2: Read the instruction guide
- Step 3: Prepare your answers for the online tool
- Step 4: Know about the required fees
- Biometric fees
- Medical exams
- Police clearance certificates
- Language testing
- Services at a visa application center if you use one
- Step 5: Create your online account or sign in at the IRCC Portal
Documents Required for Canada Student Visa
Check out the below-mentioned documents required to apply for the Canadian student visa
- Acceptance letter from a DLI
- Identity proof
- Passport sized photographs
- Proof of financial support
- Immigration Medical Examination (IME) report
- English language proficiency scorecards
- SOP for Canada
- Visa application fee payment receipt
- Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ), if you are applying to study in Quebec
The processing time for a Canadian student visa varies depending on your country. On average, it takes 2 to 12 weeks for a decision to be made, however, application from Indians are processed within 6 weeks. You can check the status of your application online through your IRCC account.
FAQs
Ques: How much are Canada student visa fees?
Ans: Canada student visa is 150 CAD. A Study Permit is the student visa needed for international students wanting to enroll on a program in Canada.
Ques: How much bank balance is required for a Canada student visa?
Ans: You need to have a GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate) of CAD 20,635 per year, excluding the first year's tuition fee. This is the minimum amount/ investment you need to have in your bank account to be eligible for Canadian student visa.
Ques: How much is the Canada biometric fee?
Ans: Canada student visa biometric fee is 85 CAD for an individual applicant, or a maximum total fee of 170 CAD for families applying together.
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