Canada

Canada now requires a Provincial Attestation Letter alongside the LOA. Strong proof of funds and a specific study plan are what carry the file.

Document checklist

8 items the mission expects with your application.

1
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
From a Designated Learning Institution.
2
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL)
Issued by the province through your college.
3
GIC certificate
CAD 20,635 held with a participating bank.
4
Tuition fee payment receipt
First-year or first-semester payment.
5
Upfront medical exam receipt
eMedical printout from a panel physician.
6
Statement of purpose / study plan
Why this program, this college, and return plans.
7
Academic transcripts and certificates
Class 10 onwards.
8
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score
Meeting the college requirement.

1
Collect LOA and PAL
Both are mandatory before the permit application can be filed.
2
Open the GIC and pay tuition
The GIC receipt is the strongest funding proof.
3
Upfront medical
Complete it early to avoid a request letter later.
4
File the IRCC application
Upload the full set and pay permit + biometrics fees.
5
Biometrics and decision
Attend the VAC within 30 days of the instruction letter.

Biometrics at a VAC; medical exam with a panel physician

A vague study plan is the most common refusal ground — keep it program-specific.
Show the source of funds, not just the balance.
Apply at least 3 months before the semester start.