The information in this section has been reviewed by International Student Advisors on September 18th, 2023. Recent updates will be indicated in the date below.
Immigration
Studying in Canada
I am exempt from the PAL requirement. The IRCC system is asking me questions about the PAL and what exemption I fall under. How should I answer those questions and provide proof?
There are some exceptions to applicants who are required to provide a PAL for their study permit applications. A few examples include:
Applying for a study permit extension from inside Canada:
Please review our instruction guides linked below for information about how to address the PAL-related questions in your application.
To request PAL exemption, please attach following documents:
- a cover letter explaining how you qualify for the .
- a copy of your study permit.
Applying for a study permit from outside Canada:
New and returning students enrolled in master鈥檚 and doctoral programs.
If you are starting a master鈥檚 or doctoral degree at 丁香园AV as a new student or returning to complete these programs, you do not require a PAL.
To request PAL exemption, please attach following documents:
- a cover letter explaining how you qualify for the .
- a copy of your offer letter (for new students).
- (for returning students).
The above noted PAL exemption document must be uploaded in the "Client Information" section under "Optional Documents" of your .
If none of the above scenarios apply to you and you wish to verify if you qualify for a PAL exemption, please click .
Should you have further question, .
This page was last updated on June 26, 2024.