Canada is gradually becoming one of the top study destinations, especially among Indian students. As the various benefits of studying in Canada become apparent to the Indian students and parents, the number of students seeking admissions at premier Canadian Education Institutions also rises.
The benefits of
studying in Canada include; top quality institutions, cheaper living cost and
fee than other popular study destinations, exposure to both , the American as
well as the European culture, lenient visa requirements, and post-study visa
opportunities. However, this article will help you with another piece of
information that few are aware about. Apart from the Canada Student Visa, there
is also the attractive option of a work permit offered to international
students. The article will provide details of both, the Student visa and the
post-graduation work permit.
Student Visa
If you wish to study in Canada and your study tenure is
more than 6 months, you will need to have a study permit issued along with
along with your travel visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTa). The student
visa allows you to study in Canada for a fixed period of time. International
students get to study at any institution in Canada as long as it falls under
the category of a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
A DLI is an institution which is approved either by the
provincial or territorial government for providing educational services to
International students. In order to apply for a study
permit, you need a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution. It must be made sure that
you do not apply to those Universities that are not DLIs since, even if they
provide acceptance, you will not be able to secure an entry into Canada based
on their acceptance offer. In order to know the various DLIs in Canadian
provinces, you can visit the official Canada immigration webpage for DLIs.
In order to be eligible throughout the tenure of your
study for a study permit, and to avoid any issue with the immigration
authorities, you need to ensure the following;
·
Always
study in a DLI throughout your study tenure.
·
Maintain
your academic progress throughout your course.
·
Leave
the country after your study permit reaches expiry or get the work visa
extension
·
Meet
all the Canada Study Visa Requirements
The study permit definitely helps you plan your future in
Canada if you are interested in a Canadian Citizenship/ Permanent Residence.
Work Permit
If you have received a degree from a designated learning
institution that makes you eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
and your study tenure is more than 8 months, then you can work in Canada after
you get your degree. You must also have met the terms of your Student Visa Requirements throughout
your study tenure. The PGWP allows you to gain meaningful work experience in Canada
in your desired domain of study.
The rules for the tenure of your work permit are as
follows:
- If your program tenure is more than 8 months and less than 2 years, then your work permit will be valid for the same tenure as your study duration. Eg: 1 year of study entitles you to 1 year of PGWP.
- If your program tenure is more than 2 years, then you will be eligible for up to 3-year work permit.
- If you have already availed a PGWP after your previous degree, you won’t be eligible further for a new PGWP.
Read more:
Canada Express Entry System for International Students
IELTS Score Requirement for a Canada Student Visa
