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Immigration documents

Mandatory for ALL international students 

All non-Canadians coming to McGill must obtain ALL 3 of the documents below to study legally in Quebec (and Canada) if enrolled in a program lasting 6 months or longer.  Programs shorter than six months (e.g.

Be a buddy

If you're a current McGill student and would like to be a Buddy to a new international student, please fill out the form below. Be sure to click "Submit" at the bottom of the form to finalize your request. For further information, contact ISS.

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Arriving at Customs and Immigration

Clearing customs

When you arrive at Montreal's Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (or other air/land Canadian port of entry), a Canadian customs officer will verify your passport and your entry visa (if you need one), and your letter of acceptance, and will ask you a few questions about the purpose of your visit to Canada.

Immigration: Extend your CAQ, Study & Work Permits, and Entry Visa (TRV)

If this is your first time applying for immigration documents to study in Canada, please consult the Immigration Information in our Pre-Departure Guide.

Once you arrive in Canada, keep copies of all important documents (e.g. Passport, Study Permit, CAQ, Health Insurance Card, etc.) in a safe place, and take note of your documents' expiry dates.