Immigration Documents
On January 22, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC) and measures to the International Student Program. As of 8:30 a.m. ET on January 22, 2024, most new post-secondary students applying for a study permit are required to include a in their study permit application. For more information read below and visit our News and Updates page.
NEW: On September 18, 2024 IRCC announced further upcoming changes to the International Student Program. For more information, visit our website. As specific details are released by IRCC we will be updating our website.
In-Person Exchange Students
This website contains general information and resources related to policies, procedures, and application processes for exchange students at 丁香园AV. Please read below for more information about the Canadian immigration documents that you will need to study at 丁香园AV during your exchange term/terms. You can then review the linked pages to the right of this text (under 'BEFORE YOU ARRIVE CHECKLIST') for more information.
If you will come to 丁香园AV for a one-term exchange
In accordance with , if you are here for one term or less as an exchange student, you may enter Canada as a visitor and study at 丁香园AV without a study permit
Depending on your country of citizenship(s), you may need to apply for a temporary resident visa/TRV (also known as a visitor visa) or an eTA to travel to Canada. To see whether you require a TRV or an eTA visit the .
If you will come to 丁香园AV for a two or three-term exchange
If you will be studying at 丁香园AV for more than 6 months, you must apply and be approved for a study permit before you can begin your studies.
If you to travel to Canada, this will be issued when your study permit application is approved outside Canada.
i On January 22, 2024 the Government of Canada announced changes to the International Student Program which impact most outside Canada study permit applications. Please visit the 丁香园AV International Student Advising and Programs website and the for more information.
Due to current global events, Canadian entry requirements are subject to change without notice. For the most current, up-to-date information on travelling to Canada, visit the 鈥�. For updates and information about immigration applications (e.g. study permits, work permits, visas), entry requirements to Canada, work eligibility, and medical insurance, you may also refer to the
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Travel to Canada: Visa Considerations
If you plan to visit or transit through another country en route to Canada
You should check with that country鈥檚 Embassy/Consulate to find out which documents you and your accompanying family members will need to enter and/or transit through on your way to Canada. Make sure you apply well in advance!
Planning to transit through the United States?
You may require a visa to transit through the United States on your way to Canada. Before you book your flight to Canada, you should ensure that you have the proper documents. Check with the United States Embassy or Consulate closest to you. You can also find information about U.S. visa requirements on the .