Our Visa Process
Student Visa Checklists & Requirements
General Documents Required
- Complete Study Permit application (IMM 1294) through IRCC portal.
- Valid passport (must cover full study duration).
- Two recent passport-sized photographs (35mm x 45mm).
- Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Tuition fee payment receipt (recommended).
- Proof of funds: Minimum CAD 20,635 (outside Quebec) + tuition + travel.
- Bank statements (last 6 months) & bank solvency certificate.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining education plan and ties to home country.
- NID/Birth certificate (English version or notarized translation).
- Upfront Medical Exam (IME) at approved panel physician.
- Police clearance certificate (PCC).
Academic Documents
- SSC & HSC certificates and transcripts.
- Bachelor/Masters certificates & transcripts (if applicable).
- IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo score (if applicable depending on program).
- Any training certificates, work experience letters (optional but helpful).
Financial Sponsor Documents
- Sponsorโs bank statements (last 6 months) & solvency certificate.
- Income proof: salary certificate/business documents.
- Tax return/TIN certificate.
- Affidavit of financial support.
- Birth certificate/NID showing relationship with sponsor.
SDS (Student Direct Stream) Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 in each band (Mandatory for SDS).
- Full 1-year tuition fee paid.
- GIC worth CAD 20,635.
- Upfront medical exam.
Family/Spouse Accompanying (Optional)
- Marriage certificate (translated if needed).
- Spouse passport, photos, NID.
- Proof of relationship (photos, chat history, social proof).
- Additional financial proof for spouse support.
Student Visa Processing Steps (2025)
- Step 1: Get LOA from a Canadian DLI.
- Step 2: Pay tuition fee (full for SDS, partial for non-SDS).
- Step 3: Arrange GIC (SDS) or financial documents (non-SDS).
- Step 4: Do upfront Medical (IME).
- Step 5: Create IRCC account and complete Study Permit form.
- Step 6: Upload documents and pay fees (CAD 150 + CAD 85 biometrics).
- Step 7: Give biometrics at VFS Global Dhaka.
- Step 8: Wait for result (SDS: 4โ6 weeks; Non-SDS: 8โ12 weeks).
Visa Policies & Important Notes (2025)
- All applications are processed through IRCC online portal.
- Biometrics required at VFS Dhaka.
- Visa officers may request additional documents or interviews.
- Approval depends entirely on IRCC assessment.
- Requirements may change at any time based on IRCC updates.
NB: This guide provides complete documentation and steps for Canada Student Visa (Study Permit) applications.