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Immigration Documents

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ÌýYou must obtain all of the immigration documents listed in the table below BEFORE making travel plans and starting your program of studies. All international students are responsible for maintaining valid immigration documents and legal status throughout the duration of their program of studies.

Are you applying for your immigration documents and have questions? Listen to our Pre-Arrival Webinar for step-by-step instructions on applying for your immigration documents.
Still have questions? Join our Drop-In Advising Hours for new students.

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What you need to study at ɬÀï·¬
Document 1-term Exchange Student (Less than 6 months) 2-term Exchange Student Degree Student
(Undergraduate & Graduate)Ìý

Valid Passport

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Certificate of Acceptance of Quebec (CAQ) No Yes Yes
Study PermitÌý No Yes Yes
Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)* If applicable. These documents correspond to the nationality of the student. Check the Ìýto find out if you need one to enter Canada.Ìý*ÌýONLY U.S. Citizens and permanent residents are exempt from needing an eTA or a TRV
Immigration Glossary We suggest that you familiarize yourself withÌýCanadian Immigration terms.

ÌýImmigration Application Guides:

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Step by Step Guide


An overview of the whole immigration application process (with recommended timelines) for new incoming international students
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CAQ Application Guide


Learn how to apply for your CAQ —follow step-by-step instructions, document checklists, and the conditions of your CAQ in Quebec.
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Study Permit Application Guide


Learn how to apply for your study permit —follow detailed steps, gather required documents, and information on entering Canada once it is approved.
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Exchange Students


Explore how exchange students can come to ɬÀï·¬ to study for one or two terms—learn about apply for the CAQ, study permits, and TRVs etc.Ìý

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Accompanying Family GuideÌý


Learn how accompanying family members can apply for immigration documents—explore permit options, TRV options, etc.Ìý

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U.S Citizen and U.S Permanent Residents


As a U.S Citizen or U.S Permanent Resident (Green card holder) - learn your options on applying for the study permit online or at the port-of-entry.

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In addition to the information above, please also review ISS' FAQs page.

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