Apply for a study permit as though you are outside Canada
- You must follow the instructions for applications made outside of Canada, even though you are physically in Canada.
- You will need to meet all admissions requirements at the time of your application to the program at Algonquin College.
- In the IRCC online tools, choose your country of citizenship when you are asked for your current country or territory of residence.
- If you are in Canada, use your Canadian address.
- If your application is approved by IRCC, you will get an approval letter that says you are allowed to study in Canada.
- This letter is called the port of entry letter of introduction.
- Once you have this letter, you must leave Canada and ask to get your study permit at the Port of Entry on return to Canada.
- You cannot start your program until you have a study permit. You are responsible to maintain a legal status in Canada while waiting for your study permit.
