Applying for a study permit is an important step in your journey to study in Canada and this page is designed to support you through the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We recommend starting to prepare your application\u202fas soon as you receive your letter of acceptance. Taking the time to prepare a\u202fcomplete and well-documented application, while also applying\u202fpromptly, can help you avoid delays due to processing times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/i> What\u2019s New?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)<\/em><\/a> information may change without notice and it is your responsibility to refer to IRCC for the most up to date information and to be sure you meet the eligibility criteria. We will continue to update this page as new information becomes available.<\/em>\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n High school students to university can begin studies on maintained status<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Transfer students from other DLIs can benefit from expedited processing<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Financial Requirements increases as of September 1, 2025 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional details are now available online \u2013\u202f快播视频 permit: Proof of financial support.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n In January 2024, to better prepare international students for life in Canada, IRCC increased the financial requirement they need to meet, based on Statistics Canada Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO), which is updated annually each Spring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Based on the latest revision to LICO by Statistics Canada, the financial requirement for international students will be adjusted to $22,895 for a single study permit applicant, up from $20,635. This change will be effective starting September 1, 2025. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Under the reformed International Student Program, most international students seeking to study at the post-secondary level will require a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to apply for a study permit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are limited exceptions, including certain Government of Canada priority groups and vulnerable cohorts, and existing study permit holders applying for an extension at the same designated learning institution (DLI) and at the same level of study. Please refer to the IRCC website<\/a> for a full list of applicants who meet PAL exemptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Newly admitted international students applying from outside of Canada require a PAL to apply for a study permit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Current international students in Canada<\/strong> who are applying to extend their study permit to attend the same institution, at the same level of study do not <\/strong>need a PAL. Instead, you will need to provide an explanation letter confirming that you are PAL exempt. This letter is not issued by the university and can be written by you. Please review York International\u2019s study permit extension resource guide<\/a> for a template explanation letter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)\u202fRequirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Newly admitted students (including transfer students from another designated learning institution)<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Current students<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n