As a foreign student, you will need both a study permit and a certificat d’acceptation du Québec (CAQ) in order to study in Québec. Here is an overview of these two documents and why they are required:
- Study permit
A study permit is a document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows you to study in Canada as an international student. In order to apply for a study permit, you must have been accepted to a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada and must provide proof of acceptance along with your application. You will also need to demonstrate that you have sufficient financial resources to cover your tuition fees and living expenses while studying in Canada.
- Certificat d’acceptation du Québec (CAQ)
The CAQ is a document issued by the Québec government that allows you to study in Québec as an international student. In order to apply for a CAQ, you must have been accepted to a recognized institution in Québec and must provide proof of acceptance along with your application. You will also need to demonstrate that you have sufficient financial resources to cover your tuition fees and living expenses while studying in Québec.
It is important to note that you must apply for a CAQ before you apply for a study permit. You will need to provide proof of your CAQ when you apply for your study permit.
It is important to note that the process of applying for both a study permit and a CAQ can take several months, so it is important to start the application process well in advance of your intended start date. Additionally, you will need to pay a fee for both the study permit and the CAQ, so you should factor this into your budget.
It is important to note that the CAQ is not a study permit and does not allow you to study in Canada. Instead, it is a document that is required in addition to a study permit in order to study in Québec. You will need to apply for both.
