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The Canada study permit & IRCC Process Explained

What IRCC is, the documents you need, and how the study permit works for international students in Canada.

Everything you typically need to assemble before you apply for a study permit.

How much money you need to show for a Canadian study permit — and how the GIC works.

How faster processing streams compare with the standard study permit route.