What documents are required to apply for a Canada student visa?
Your Canada student visa application needs a valid passport, DLI acceptance letter, Provincial Attestation Letter, identity photos, proof of financial support, a statement of purpose, medical exam report and English proficiency scores. Minors also need a notarized custodianship declaration alongside their parent or guardian's consent.
Gathering the right paperwork upfront saves you from delays once your Canada study permit application is already in process. Here is the full document checklist you should work through before you submit.
Canada Student Visa Document Checklist
| Document | Detail |
|---|---|
| Valid Passport | Valid at least six months beyond your planned stay |
| Proof of Acceptance | Letter from your Designated Learning Institution |
| PAL, TAL or CAQ | Province or territory study permit allocation confirmation |
| Identity Photos | Two recent passport size photos, 35 by 45 mm |
| Proof of Financial Support | GIC, bank statements, loan sanction letter or sponsor letter |
| Statement of Purpose | A 300 to 500 word essay on your study objectives |
| Medical Examination | Report from an IRCC approved panel physician |
| English Proficiency Score | IELTS, TOEFL or CAEL scorecard |
Financial Proof by Family Size
If you are bringing family members with you, your required living funds rise for each additional person. A single applicant needs CAD 23,448, roughly INR 14.5 lakh, while a student with one accompanying family member needs CAD 29,192, and each further family member adds about CAD 6,318 to that total.
My Advice
Organize your documents into physical and digital folders well before your appointment or online submission deadline, since a single missing item like a photo of the wrong size can stall your entire file. If you are travelling with family, calculate your exact financial requirement early using the table above rather than guessing.
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