Primary and Secondary School Study Permit
Canada
Last updated: December 21, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$110
4-10 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
A visa that lets your child go to elementary or high school in Canada. Your child studies full-time at a Canadian public or private school. Children aged 6 to 18 years old can attend Canadian schools. Your child can attend school, participate in sports and clubs, and get a Canadian diploma. Children cannot work (with rare exceptions in Quebec). Unlike university students, K-12 students don't need a provincial letter of approval. The application is simpler than university study permits.
Key Benefits
- Attend Canadian elementary or high school
- Receive Canadian diploma
- Join school sports and clubs
- Access free or low-cost healthcare (varies by province)
- Travel in and out of Canada during permit validity
- Family members can accompany child
- Pathway to Canadian university after secondary school
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 6-18 years old
- Canadian school acceptance letter required
- Proof of CAD $22,895+ in living costs
- Good health (medical exam if required)
- No serious criminal record
- Must plan to return home after school
- Under 17 and traveling alone requires Canadian custodian (19+, PR/citizen, in-province)
Financial Requirement
Must prove CAD $22,895 for living costs, plus school tuition (CAD $10,000-$18,000 yearly), plus plane tickets home. Money can be in bank account, safe investment, or sponsor letter.
Documents
- PassportValid passport for child
- School Acceptance LetterOfficial acceptance from Canadian school
- Proof of FundsBank statements showing CAD $22,895+
- Birth CertificateShows parents' names
- Medical ExamIf required for your country
- Police ClearanceIf required for your country
- Custodian FormNotarized declaration if child travels alone (must be Canadian citizen/PR, 19+ years old)
- Parent PermissionWritten consent from both parents
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.