HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN CANADA
Starting January 22, 2025, a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is required for most study permit applications, including those applying for graduate programs or changing schools (e.g., high school to post-secondary or transferring DLIs).
For more information on PAL exemptions, visit the . For PAL related inquiries, visit our PAL FAQ page.
As of Nov. 8, 2024, if you transfer from a Canadian high school (or secondary school) to SFU, you will need to apply and be approved A片资源吧鈥檚 study permit before studying at SFU.
When to apply
As soon as you receive your Letter of Acceptance (also referred to an 'offer letter') and valid Provincial Attestation Letter (unless ) from SFU, you should apply for a new study permit. When applying, you must also include a letter of explanation addressing your plan to study at SFU to pursue your undergraduate degree, in addition to the required documents.
How to apply
If you are currently in Canada, you should apply for a new SFU study permit by exending your current one as soon as you while having a valid study permit. See our News and Updates and our instruction guide, Study Permit Extension - Incoming/New students in Canada for details.
Your study permit may become invalid in the following ways, whichever comes first:
- The date marked on the permit
- If you finish your highschool studies earlier than your study permit expiry date, 90 days after you complete your studies, regardless of the expiry date that is shown on your study permit.
- the day you are no longer enrolled at the Designated Learning Institution that is named on your study permit (other than as a result of completing your studies).
If you are outside Canada or have plans to travel outside of North America before beginning your classes, ensure your temporary resident visa or (if required) is also valid. If you plan to re-enter Canada after your study permit becomes invalid, we advise speaking with an SFU International Student Advisor, Immigration Specialist prior to your departure.