Hi, I have a question regarding proof of funds for a Canadian study permit (applying from Pakistan).
I'm planning to apply for a 1-year master's program. My plan is to pay the full first-year tuition fee and also purchase the required GIC before applying.
However, around 80–90% of the money for my tuition and GIC will be provided by 3–4 close relatives who have offered to financially support my education. They are financially established and are helping me as a family gift/support (not a bank loan).
My question is:
- If I pay the full tuition and GIC before submitting my study permit application, do I still need to prove where that money came from?
- Will IRCC expect me to provide the bank statements, tax returns, and financial documents of all 3–4 relatives?
- Or is it sufficient to provide gift affidavits/declaration letters and show that the tuition and GIC have already been paid?
- Has anyone from Pakistan been approved in a similar situation? What documents did you submit?
I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through a similar process or knows how IRCC typically assesses this.
I'm planning to apply for a 1-year master's program. My plan is to pay the full first-year tuition fee and also purchase the required GIC before applying.
However, around 80–90% of the money for my tuition and GIC will be provided by 3–4 close relatives who have offered to financially support my education. They are financially established and are helping me as a family gift/support (not a bank loan).
My question is:
- If I pay the full tuition and GIC before submitting my study permit application, do I still need to prove where that money came from?
- Will IRCC expect me to provide the bank statements, tax returns, and financial documents of all 3–4 relatives?
- Or is it sufficient to provide gift affidavits/declaration letters and show that the tuition and GIC have already been paid?
- Has anyone from Pakistan been approved in a similar situation? What documents did you submit?
I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through a similar process or knows how IRCC typically assesses this.