09/01/2026
π¨π¦ CANADA STUDY PERMIT β PROOF OF FUNDS UPDATED STARTING 1st SEPTEMBER 2026ππ°
Planning to study in Canada? Before applying for your Study Permit, you must demonstrate that you have sufficient financial resources to support your studies and stay in Canada.
π° WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SHOW?
Your financial capacity should cover:
π Tuition fees
π Living expenses
βοΈ Transportation to and from Canada
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Expenses for accompanying family members, if applicable
π LIVING EXPENSE REQUIREMENT
For applications made on or after September 1, 2026, outside Quebec:
1 person β $23,448 CAD/year
2 people β $29,192 CAD/year
3 people β $35,888 CAD/year
4 people β $43,572 CAD/year
β οΈ These amounts are for living expenses only and do NOT include tuition or transportation costs. IRCC updates these amounts annually. (Canada)
π POSSIBLE FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS
Depending on your circumstances, financial support may be demonstrated through documents such as:
β’ Bank statements
β’ Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC)
β’ Proof of tuition payment
β’ Education loan documentation
β’ Scholarship or funding letters
β’ Other acceptable evidence of financial support
IRCC assesses whether you have enough money to pay for your studies, living expenses and transportation. (Canada)
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