A study permit lets you enroll at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada. Getting approved depends on more than an acceptance letter — visa officers assess your choice of institution and program, your financial ability to support yourself, and how clearly your study plan connects to your background and future goals.
- Best For
- Prospective and current international students choosing a program, or extending status in Canada.
- Key Distinction
- SDS and the regular study permit stream have different document requirements.
- Good to Know
- Your choice of institution and program directly affects your PGWP eligibility later.
Who This Is For
This service is for prospective international students choosing between DLIs, applicants preparing a Student Direct Stream (SDS) or regular study permit application, and students already in Canada who need help with permit extensions or transitioning to a post-graduation work permit.
How We Help
- Evaluating DLI options against your budget, program goals, and post-graduation work permit eligibility
- Assessing SDS eligibility versus the regular stream, and what each requires
- Reviewing your Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC), tuition proof, and financial documentation before submission
- Helping you write a study plan that genuinely reflects your intent and background
- Guidance on permit extensions, co-op work permits, and the transition to a PGWP
What to Expect
We've seen firsthand — including inside Canadian college admissions offices — how often students are steered toward institutions or programs that don't actually serve their long-term goals, sometimes by unlicensed agents. Our role is to make sure your DLI choice, program, and documentation are chosen for your outcome, not someone else's commission.