Student/Work Visas

STUDENT VISAS

In addition to each program’s Admission Requirements, all international students must also meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a valid student visa authorization, issued by Canada Immigration
  • Hold a valid work visa authorization (if your program includes a work component), issued by Canada Immigration
  • Have proof of medical insurance coverage for your stay in Canada
  • Hold a valid passport
  • Provide a physicians’ report stating that you are in good health

For more information on applying for student/work visas, please consult your country’s Canadian Consulate or Embassy. You can search for one in your area –> www.cic.gc.ca

STUDY VISAS:

Programs less than 6 months:
In Canada, Student Visas/Authorizations are not required for students studying for less than six months. However, you should check to see if citizens of your country need a Visitor’s/Tourist Visa to visit Canada temporarily.

Programs longer than 6 months:
Student Visas are required for study programs that will last longer than six months. You must obtain a Student Authorization before you come to Canada.

To apply for a Student Visa, you will need:

  • A valid passport
  • A letter of acceptance from a school or college in Canada (we can send this to you after you have completed our application form and have paid your tuition fees)
  • Proof that you have enough money to support yourself in Canada during your studies
  • To complete the Student Authorization application form
  • To pay the Student Authorization application fee

You can apply at the nearest Canadian Consulate.

Currently the fee is $125 CDN.

For more information on applying for student/work visas, contact Citizenship and Immigration Canada, or consult your country’s Canadian Consulate or Embassy. You can search for one in your area –> www.cic.gc.ca

WORK VISAS:

International students taking a program that includes a practical (work experience) component that is an essential and integral part of the program must obtain a Working Visa. Students in the Canadian Nursing Review Program for IENs will require a Working Visa.

You can apply for a Work Visa at the same time as you apply for your Student Visa. There is no extra charge for applying for a Work Visa at this time. Your Work Visa can usually be processed within the time it takes to obtain a Student Visa, so you can have both a Student Visa and Work Visa when you come to Canada.

For more information on applying for student/work visas, contact Citizenship and Immigration Canada, or consult your country’s Canadian Consulate or Embassy. You can search for one in your area –> www.cic.gc.ca

As of January 31, 2011, it was announced by Citizenship and Immigration Canada that OMNI College graduates are now eligible for an OPEN work permit following graduation.   Contact us at info@omnicollege.com to find out how you may be eligible. Read the press release here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/releases/2011/2011-02-22.asp

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