Canada Study Visa Application Process

STEP 1 : Apply to University : The first step in the Canadian Student Visa process is to apply to a university.

STEP 2 : Appear for IELTS : It is imperative that you appear for IELTS (score 6 to 6.5) for your Canadian student visa. No other test is valid for the visa application.

STEP 3 : Get University Admits : The Importance of Paying the Initial Tuition Fee for Confirming Your University Admission.


STEP 4 : Receipt of Payment : The university will provide you with a receipt that you need for your Visa application in Canada. While filling the visa form, you will have to show the proof of fees paid.

STEP 5 : Purchase of GIC : Students must buy a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) from a participating bank like ICICI Bank, SBI Canada Bank, CIBC Bank of the amount of CAD 10200.

STEP 6 : Proof of funds : At present, it is deemed to show CAD $10,000 for every year of your stay in Canada. You can show bank statements, bank draft, or a letter from a person or institution providing you with the money.

STEP 7 : Apply for Visa : You can either submit application through CIC website or submit a paper application through the Canadian Embassy in your country.