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Canada Visa Application Guide

The document outlines the application process for a Study Permit for a student and an accompanying spouse applying for an Open Work Permit or Visitor Visa. It details the necessary forms, documents, and tips for both applicants, including specific requirements such as proof of funds and marriage certificates. Both applicants can apply online through the IRCC portal in the same application package and should include a cover letter explaining their travel as a family.

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Canada Visa Application Guide

The document outlines the application process for a Study Permit for a student and an accompanying spouse applying for an Open Work Permit or Visitor Visa. It details the necessary forms, documents, and tips for both applicants, including specific requirements such as proof of funds and marriage certificates. Both applicants can apply online through the IRCC portal in the same application package and should include a cover letter explaining their travel as a family.

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FOR YOU (MAIN APPLICANT - STUDENT):

You are applying for a Study Permit (student visa).

Forms to complete:

- IMM 1294 - Application for Study Permit Made Outside Canada

- Family Information Form (IMM 5645) - You list your family members.

- Document checklist form (IMM 5483)

Documents to submit:

- Passport (valid for at least the duration of your stay)

- Letter of acceptance from your Canadian school or university

- Scholarship award letter

- Proof of funds (scholarship letter + any other funds you have if needed)

- Passport-size photos (meeting Canadian specs)

- Police clearance certificate (if applicable)

- Upfront medical exam (if required - depends on your country or how long you'll stay)

- Marriage certificate (to prove relationship with your wife)

- Visa processing fee payment receipt

FOR YOUR WIFE (ACCOMPANYING SPOUSE):

She is applying as your accompanying spouse, with the option to get an Open Work Permit or Visitor Visa.

Forms to complete:

- IMM 5710 - Application to Change Conditions, Extend Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker (if requesting

open work permit) OR

- IMM 5257 - Application for Temporary Resident Visa (Visitor visa) (if requesting only to visit)

Both options also need:

- Family Information Form (IMM 5645)

- Document checklist form (IMM 5556) (if applying as worker)


Documents to submit:

- Passport

- Marriage certificate

- Passport-size photos

- Police clearance certificate (if applicable)

- Upfront medical exam (if applicable)

- Visa processing fee payment receipt

TIPS:

- You can both apply online through the IRCC portal, in the same application package.

- Be sure your marriage certificate is clear and translated to English or French if not already.

- Write a cover letter explaining you are traveling as a family - you are the scholarship recipient and your wife

is accompanying you.

If you'd like, I can also help you draft the cover letter.

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