Accepted International Students
Travel documents
What is a Study Permit?
A study permit is the official paper that allows you to study in Canada. All international students planning to study in Canada for more than six months must possess a valid study permit.
How do I get a Study Permit?
Contact the nearest Canadian diplomatic mission (High Commission, Consulate, or Embassy). The diplomatic mission will tell you what is required to obtain a study permit. A complete listing of Canadian diplomatic missions can be found on the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.
Note: If you are from the U.S.A., Greenland, or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you can apply at a Canadian port of entry.
More information can be found on the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website.
Temporary Residence Visa
In addition to the Study Permit, students from some countries need a Temporary Residence Visa (entry visa) to enter Canada. Ask the diplomatic mission if you require one, and what steps are required to obtain one.
Next Steps
- Study Permit application is accepted:
- In most cases, you will be notified with a letter.
You must present the letter to Canadian Immigration at the point of
entry to Canada. The immigration official will issue a Study Permit to
you at that time
OR
- You may receive your Study Permit prior to
departure. If you do, you must still report to Canada Immigration at the
Port of entry to have the permit validated.
- In most cases, you will be notified with a letter.
You must present the letter to Canadian Immigration at the point of
entry to Canada. The immigration official will issue a Study Permit to
you at that time
- Study Permit application is refused:
- You wish to reapply: The process may take some time, so let
UWinnipeg know if you wish to defer to a later term of entrance
OR
- You wish to have fees refunded: Inform UWinnipeg in writing before the beginning of the term of entrance, withdraw from all classes, and request a refund. Provide a copy of the letter from the diplomatic missions outlining the reason(s) for refusal.
- You wish to reapply: The process may take some time, so let
UWinnipeg know if you wish to defer to a later term of entrance
Questions?
Contact: Admissions - International
Phone: 204.786.9395
Email: international.admissions@uwinnipeg.ca
Location: 1st floor, Ashdown Hall
Website: International-Study Permits
