Studying in Canada for less than six months:
Students do not need a Canadian Study Permit if they are enrolled in a course or program which has a duration under six months. Incoming exchange students who will only study on exchange for one semester do not need to apply for a Canadian Study Permit to study on exchange in Canada.
Studying in Canada for more than six months:
Students studying in Canada for more than 6 months require a Canadian study permit. Exchange students who are approved to study on exchange at Fanshawe for two semesters must apply for a Canadian study permit prior to their arrival. To apply for your Canadian study permit please see the Government of Canada Immigration and Citizenship website.
Entry into Canada for all students:
Students from certain countries may require an entry visa to enter Canada. To find out if you need a visa to enter Canada please see the Government of Canada Immigration and Citizenship website.
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA):
If you do not need a visa to enter Canada, you will likely require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before arrival. An eTA is required for visitors entering Canada via air whom do not require a visa. If you are flying into the United States of America and entering Canada via bus or car at the border, you do not need an eTA.
- To determine if you need an eTA or visa please see the Government of Canada Immigration and Citizenship website.
- To apply for your Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) please see the Government of Canada Immigration and Citizenship website.
