How much would I pay for a Canada student visa?
A Canada student visa, technically called a study permit and Temporary Residence Visa, currently costs CAD 150. This fee is separate from your MS tuition and living expenses, and you must apply for it through the Canadian High Commission and Visa Application Centers before you travel to start your program.
If you are budgeting for your Canada MS application, remember that your student visa is a separate cost from tuition and living expenses. The Canada Student Visa, technically a study permit tied to a Temporary Residence Visa, currently costs CAD 150. Applying early, through the Canadian High Commission and its Visa Application Centers, keeps your travel plans on track.
Canada Student Visa Cost and Process
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Visa Fee | CAD 150 |
| Issued As | Study permit, after arrival in Canada |
| Applied For Through | Temporary Residence Visa via Canadian High Commission |
| Facilitated By | Visa Application Centers |
How This Fits Into Your Overall Budget
Your visa fee is small compared with your annual tuition of around INR 11.22 lakhs and living expenses of roughly INR 5.99 lakhs, but it still needs to be planned for alongside application fees, English test costs and travel. Since the study permit is only issued once you land in Canada, keep your visa paperwork and funds ready right up to arrival.
My Advice
Apply for your Temporary Residence Visa as soon as you receive your admission offer, since processing timelines can vary and you do not want visa delays to threaten your intake. Keep your CAD 150 fee receipt and all supporting documents organized in one folder for a smoother arrival process.
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