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Québec Student Temporary Stay
In order to study in Québec, students must first receive a letter of acceptance from a school or university located in Québec. After receiving the letter students must:
- Obtain a Certificat d’acceptation du Québec (CAQ) issued by Québec immigration. The following must be met in order to receive a CAQ:
- Fee payment
- Be granted a letter of acceptance from an education institution in Québec
- Agree with the CAQ conditions
- Possess finances while you are in Québec to cover your: Tuition fees, return transportation, expenses for settling the first year ($500 CAD), living expenses for the entire study period and health insurance.
- Obtain a study permit given by Canadian immigration.
The above applies for all levels of education including primary, secondary, college or university levels, in adult education or in any other educational program. CAQ application usually takes about 4 weeks to process and the study permit can vary in processing time from one Canadian Visa Office to another. Keep in mind that it is suggested by Quebec immigration authorities, that you start the process as soon as you receive your acceptance letter or two months before the start date of your studies.
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