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This guide explains the Maldives to Canada student Visa route, including eligibility, documents, official sources, estimated costs, process steps, risks, and next actions.
Compare requirements, documents, costs, application process, warnings, and arrival readiness for this visa route.
| Origin | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Destination | Canada |
| Visa type | student |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Timeline | Apply online before travel; biometrics and country-specific processing can affect timing. |
| Documents | 1 listed |
| Readiness | Under review |
| Sources | 4 |
| Coverage | Status | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Documents | 1 listed | View section |
| Fees | Cost section | View section |
| Timeline | Apply online before travel; biometrics and country-specific processing can affect timing. | View section |
| Steps | 4 steps | View section |
| Risks | Risk signals | View section |
| Official sources | 4 sources | View section |
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Cost / proof of funds
For applications on or after 2025-09-01, one applicant outside Quebec must show CAD 22,895 for living expenses, excluding tuition and transportation.
Documents
IRCC says a PAL/TAL is usually required unless an exemption applies; Quebec applicants need CAQ attestation rules instead.
General route note
A study permit is not a visa guarantee at the border; bring approval documents and financial evidence when travelling.
Structured risk and readiness summaries for this visa route. For specific alerts, see visa risks and warnings.
Health/security reviewed
IRCC/CBSA rules require truthful disclosure; medical exam may be required by applicant circumstances.
Maintain student status and comply with permit conditions after entry.
No country-specific conflict advisory added in this import row.
Use IRCC/official VAC channels; beware agents promising guaranteed approvals.
Study/work rights depend on IRCC permit conditions and current student work rules.
Tuition, housing, transport, insurance and biometrics travel costs are separate from the official study permit fee.
Carry approval documents and declare goods/cash at the border as required by CBSA.
Have school contact, accommodation address, insurance and emergency contact details ready.
These summaries are planning aids. Health, security, and travel conditions can change quickly. Verify current official visa guidance before travel or payment.
A summary of visa requirements, documents, costs and process for this route.
A Canada study permit route for Maldivian applicants accepted by a designated learning institution, with PAL/TAL or CAQ where required and proof of funds for tuition, living expenses and return transportation.
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Recent activity
Activity is based on published changes recorded in the last 90 days.
Changes detected by month
February 2026: 0 changes. March 2026: 0 changes. April 2026: 0 changes. May 2026: 0 changes. June 2026: 0 changes. July 2026: 0 changes
Change history
No recent route changes recorded.
We have not recorded a published change for this route yet.
Maldivian students planning full-time study at a Canadian designated learning institution.
Spot weak points in your profile before you apply. This is an educational estimate, not an official decision.
Answer 12 short planning questions to spot weak points in your profile before you apply for student.
This tool provides an educational risk estimate based on the information you enter. It does not predict an official visa decision and is not legal or immigration advice. Always verify requirements with the relevant immigration authority or embassy.
Official fees are calculated from published cost items marked Official fee. Proof of funds is shown separately as money to show, not a fee.
Official fees to pay
Not calculated
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Proof of funds to show
USD 16,239
IRCC living-expense amount for one applicant outside Quebec for applications on/after 2025-09-01; excludes tuition and transportation.
Preparation costs
Not calculated
Document, medical, travel, and other preparation estimates
Study permit CAD 150; biometrics CAD 85 if required.
Ask questions about eligibility, documents, costs, warnings, process steps, travel, arrival, and official sources for this route.
VisaPathways provides route research, not legal advice. Always verify with official sources before applying.
Apply online before travel; biometrics and country-specific processing can affect timing.
See the step-by-step process section for staged timing notes.
Early planning checklist. Confirm final requirements with official sources.
Valid passport, DLI letter of acceptance, PAL/TAL unless exempt or CAQ for Quebec, proof of funds, letter of explanation, medical exam/police certificate if requested, and biometrics if required.
Select the documents and evidence you already have. VisaPathways will show what appears complete, what may need improvement, and which gaps could increase application risk.
Select the documents and evidence you already have for student. VisaPathways will show what appears complete, what may need improvement, and which gaps could increase application risk.
This tool provides an educational document-readiness estimate based on the information you enter. It does not confirm eligibility, guarantee approval, or replace official immigration guidance. Always verify requirements with the relevant immigration authority, embassy, or visa application centre.
Combine your refusal-risk and document-readiness results into one route-specific preparation report.
Combine your refusal-risk and document-readiness results into one route-specific VisaPathways assessment report with priority actions, timeline guidance, cost planning, and alternatives.
To build a useful action plan, complete the refusal-risk and document-readiness assessments.
This action plan is an educational planning tool based on the information you entered and the route data currently available on VisaPathways. It does not confirm eligibility, predict an official decision, or replace legal, immigration, embassy, or government guidance. Visa rules, fees, processing times and document requirements can change.
Step 1
Before applying
Obtain a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution.
Step 2
Before applying
Submit PAL/TAL with the application unless exempt; Quebec students need CAQ attestation rules.
Step 3
Before applying
Prepare proof of funds, identity documents, explanation letter and medical/police documents if instructed.
Step 4
Application stage
Apply outside Canada online and pay biometrics fee if instructed.
Practical reminders for the first stage of travel and arrival.
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Declare currency or monetary instruments of CAN$10,000 or more at the border. Source: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/ivc-rnc-eng.html
Declare all food, plant and animal products on arrival. Source: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/bring-apporter-eng.html
Bring prescription medicines in original packaging and check Canadian import rules before travel.
Follow Canadian federal/provincial laws and school rules.
Study only as allowed by the study permit and maintain student status.
Work while studying only if your permit conditions and IRCC rules allow it.
Carry passport, port-of-entry letter, DLI acceptance, PAL/TAL or CAQ where applicable, funds evidence and address in Canada.
Use 911 for police, fire or ambulance emergencies in Canada.
Submit any required declaration and keep all IRCC approval documents accessible at the port of entry.
Arrival guidance is a planning aid. Always verify customs, medicine, and local law rules with official authorities before travel.
Last reviewed
IRCC — Study permit documents
High reliabilityOfficial immigration page
Documents required for Canadian study permit applications.
IRCC — Proof of financial support
High reliabilityOfficial immigration page
Financial support amounts and acceptable proofs.
IRCC — Study permit: how to apply
High reliabilityOfficial immigration page
Application route and biometrics fee information.
CBSA — Border information for visitors to Canada
High reliabilityGovernment portal
Arrival declaration and border guidance.
Important disclaimer
VisaPathways is a research and planning platform. Always verify final requirements with official authorities before applying.
These figures are planning estimates only. Actual costs can change depending on official fees, exchange rates, service providers, document preparation, and applicant profile.
Exchange rates are estimates and may differ from banks, card providers, or visa centres. FX estimate updated: 2026-07-29.
Estimated totals
CAD cost estimate
Official fees to pay
CAD 235
Approx. USD 167
Preparation costs
Not calculated
Proof of funds to show
CAD 22,895
Approx. USD 16,239
Official fees include only cost items marked Official fee. Proof of funds is money to show, not a fee. Preparation includes document, medical, travel, and other non-official planning costs.
CAD 150–150
Approx. USD 106
CAD 85–85
Approx. USD 60
Living-expense proof for one applicant outside Quebec
Proof of funds
Amount applies to applications on or after 2025-09-01 and excludes tuition and transportation.
Check sourceCAD 22,895–22,895
Approx. USD 16,239
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