Our office and phonelines will be closed December 18, from 12pm - 1pm.
ISS is available virtually and in-person Mondays-Fridays during business hours.
Our office and phonelines will be closed December 18, from 12pm - 1pm.
ISS is available virtually and in-person Mondays-Fridays during business hours.
If your immigration documents have expired, you cannot resume your studies unless you have maintained status or you have obtained a new CAQ and Study Permit. All international students are responsible for maintaining valid immigration documents and legal status throughout the duration of their program of studies.
Document | 1-term Exchange Student (Less than 6 months) continuing studies to the second term |
Degree Student (Undergraduate & Graduate) continuing studies in the same degree or new degree |
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Valid Passport* |
Yes |
Yes |
Certificate of Acceptance of Quebec (CAQ) | Yes | Yes |
Study Permit | Yes | Yes |
Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)* | *If applicable. These documents correspond to the nationality of the student. Check the Government of Canada website to find out if you need one to enter Canada. * ONLY U.S. Citizens and permanent residents are exempt from needing an eTA or a TRV | |
Immigration Glossary | We suggest that you familiarize yourself with Canadian Immigration terms. |
In addition to the information above, please also review ISS' FAQs page.