International Student Information
Visa Information For International Applicants Outside Canada
Requirements to Apply for a Study Permit
Required Immigration Documents
Helpful Information for International Applicants
Visa Information for International Applicants Inside Canada
Renewing Your Study Permit
Visa Information For International Applicants Outside Canada
All international students who are considering applying to Royal Roads University to pursue their education must contact the Canadian Embassy nearest them regarding details and application for a Study Permit. Study Permit application procedures can take up to six months or more in some countries, so it is essential that applicants apply to Royal Roads University for admission early.
Most foreign students will need both a Temporary Resident Visa and a Study Permit to enter Canada if their course of study is longer than six months.
*Please note that Royal Roads University Graduate and Undergraduate Programs that are two years in length with three week residencies require students to have a valid study permit.
Requirements to Apply for a Study Permit
A letter of acceptance issued by Royal Roads University (official proof of acceptance with duration of academic program).
A valid passport or travel document that guarantees re-entry to that country that issued it (proof of identity).
Proof that a applicant has enough money to pay school fees and live near the school (proof of financial support). Examples:
- Proof of a Canadian bank account
- Your bank statements for the past four months
- A bank draft in convertible currency
- Proof of payment of tuition and residence fees
- Proof of funding from within Canada if you have a scholarship or are in a Canadian funded education program
- Pass a medical exam if needed
- Establish that you will return home at the end of your studies.
For detailed list of requirements please contact the Canadian Consulate office nearest to you or visit the Citizenship Immigration Canada website.
Required Immigration Documents
Upon arrival at Royal Roads University, students are required to provide the following to the Registrar's Office:
- Valid Passport
- Valid study permit, visa or proof of permanent residency
- Proof of Canadian medical insurance
- Address and phone number in Canada
- Emergency contact information
Helpful Information for International Applicants
1. List of countries that need a Temporary Resident Permit to enter Canada click here.
2. List of all Canadian Embassies and Consulates
3. Visa Interviews: International students:
Helpful Tips for the Canadian Consulate: Visa Interviews. (pdf)
Visa Information for International Applicants Inside Canada
New Immigration Policy
On Jan. 31, 2005, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) introduced a new policy for foreign students in post-secondary studies in Canada. These students can now transfer between programs of study and institutions without applying for a change to the conditions of their study permit. They can also transfer between public and private institutions.
Previously, most foreign students could transfer between the same type of educational institution (for example, university to university or college to college), but could not transfer between different types of institutions (for example, university to college).
The new policy applies to students who have a valid study permit for training or studying at the post-secondary level, such as:
- University
- Community college, CEGEP, Institute
- Private university, career college, academy, school or training institution
- ESL/FSL and other language training
More information about studying abroad.
Renewing Your Study Permit
While in Canada, students may need to renew their Study Permit or change the conditions on their Study Permit.
Students must check the “valid until” date on the Study Permit. Students must also be sure to apply early if they need to renew it. Apply to change a permit at least 30 days before the current permit expires.
NB: If a Study Permit expires and a student has made an application to renew it, but has not had a decision yet, they can continue studying until they receive a decision.
Students must leave Canada once their permit expires or if they have not followed the conditions of their permit. In some cases, they may apply for a restoration of status.
Students should apply to renew their Study Permit visa if they intend to travel outside Canada and it will expire during that time.
For more information visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca
