An international student living and studying in Canada must possess a valid ‘Study Permit’. Application for a Study Permit and an Entry Visa (where required) must be made at a Canadian Embassy or Consulate before your arrival.
Please note, it is important to apply early for your visa. For a list of Canadian Government Offices abroad, see the Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade website at:
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca./world/embassies/menu-en.asp.
For more information on Study Permits and to find out
whether you require a visa to enter Canada, visit the
Citizenship and Immigration Canada website at
www.cic.gc.ca.
More Resources
For information on Vancouver and relocating to the city, explore www.bcpassport.com and www.relocatecanada.com/vancouver.
When you take the "Letter of Acceptance" to a Canadian embassy, consulate or high commission, you will also be asked for proof of financial support and completion of a medical examination.
The cost of a Study Permit is approximately $125 CAD.
All international students must have a valid Study Permit (SP) to study in Canada. Most students receive a SP when they first enter Canada, for example at the Vancouver International Airport. An Immigration official gives the student the SP after signing, dating, and stamping the document. Sometimes this SP specifies certain terms and conditions about the student's stay in Canada, such as how long one can study or at what type of educational institution one may study.
Many students also require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) before they can enter Canada. Students must apply for the TRV when they apply for a SP at a Canadian Embassy. The cost of a Temporary Resident Visa is approximately $150 CAD for a multiple entry visa, and $75 for a single entry visa. Students should check the Citizenship and Immigration website to determine if they require a TRV.
Housing
The Vancouver Metal Art School can assist you with off-campus housing, as well as with immigration issues. There are a number of housing options available for students. If you wish to have accommodation arranged for you in advance, we recommend that you register with Bell Accommodation Services. Bell Accommodation helps students find clean, comfortable, affordable, furnished accommodations, for at least their first semester. There is no charge for registering with Bell. You pay a placement fee only after you have seen and approved photos and accommodation details.
Bell Accommodation
Services
Website:
www.bellacc.com
Email:
info@bellacc.com
Tel: (+1) 604.875.1742
Fax: (+1)
604.875.175