ISS is now located in Brown Bldg., Suite 4100.
ISS is open Mondays to Fridays, 10am - 4pm both in-person and virtually.
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- Your or , and/or can apply to accompany you to Canada during your studies.Ìý
- Your family members may be eligible to hold visitor status, a study permit or a work permit for the duration of your studies in Canada.Ìý
- Before applying make sure to check with your Visa Office as additional documents may be required when applying for temporary resident documents.
Case 1: Accompanying Spouse or Common-Law Partner
- Your spouse or common-law partner can accompany you as a:
- visitor,
- student, or
- worker (if eligible).
- They can apply for a visitor visa, a study permit, or a work permit (if eligible) as your accompanying family member.Ìý
- For detailed instructions go through our guide on applying immigration documents for spouses/common-law partners.Ìý
Case 2: Accompanying Dependant Child(ren)
- Child(ren) qualify as dependants if:
- they are under 22 years old, and
- they do not have a spouse or common-law partner.
- Your dependant child(ren) can accompany you as a:
- visitor, or
- student.Ìý
- Your dependant children may qualify for a CAQ/Study permit exemption.
- For detailed instructions go through our guide on applying immigration documents for dependant child(ren).
Proving Financial Capacity for Family
- When applying for your CAQ and Study Permit for yourself and your family members, you must demonstrate that you have the financial means to support yourself and your family members for the duration of everyone’s stay in Canada.
- Immigration Quebec and/or Immigration Canada must be satisfied that:
- You have the financial resources to pay for your studies and support yourself and your family member(s) during everyone’s stay in Canada. Visit the Student Accounts website for Â鶹´«Ã½Íøվ’s Fee Calculator and the for the estimated living expenses required for you and your family member(s).
- Your family member(s) have sufficient ties to their country of origin and will leave Canada at the end of their authorized stay. Visit the for things a Visa Officer may consider when evaluating an applicant’s ties to the country of citizenship or residence.
Resources for students with families can be found on the Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ Family Care webpage.
