Study Permit application refusal might occur on behalf of IRCC for applicants with lower grades in their former study program. The reduced scores in their main subjects, which they intend to take up in Canada, might lead to a study permit application refusal.
The applicant in the Barot v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration) Federal Court case was an Indian national aged 23. He requested a judicial review of an IRCC immigration officer’s decision to deny his request for a study permit.
At the University of Mumbai, the applicant completed graduation with a bachelor’s degree in management studies in 2020. The applicant submitted a study permit application in 2021 in order to enroll in Canadore College’s post-graduate certificate program in entrepreneurial management.
The applicant included a letter of acceptance from Canadore College, transcripts, and a recommendation letter from his present employer with his application.
Even though the applicant was accepted by Canadore College, the visa officer rejected his application for a study permit. He decided this on the grounds that the applicant lacked the academic proficiency required to finish his studies in Canada. The applicant’s transcripts showed low average marks, particularly in core courses. The officer concluded that the applicant was not a legitimate student and that the chosen course of study was illogical.
Additionally, the Court decided that even if a Canadian post-secondary institution had accepted the student, the visa officer did not need to justify why they thought the applicant’s grades were too poor.
This decision has implications for the degree of discretion granted to visa officials in rejecting applications. Additionally, if you have poor marks, you should try to allay fears and offer justifications for how they won’t (or won’t) hinder your capacity to complete the studies you suggest successfully.
Process of Canadian Study Permit Application
Canada is one of the leading popular study-abroad destinations in the world. This is due to the country’s excellent standard of education, work possibilities for international students while studying, and the simpler process for obtaining permanent residency.
To gain eligibility to submit an application for a study permit, a potential student must:
- Obtain an admission letter from a selected educational institution.
- Demonstrate that you possess the resources to pay for the first year of tuition, living costs, and the student’s return airfare to their country of origin.
- If you pursue studies in Montreal or elsewhere in the Province of Quebec, you must obtain a CAQ.
- Have a spotless history. It is possible to reject applicants with a criminal history or constitute a threat to Canadian security. IRCC might even ask them to submit a police clearance certificate.
- Possess good health. An applicant might require to undergo a medical examination if IRCC asks them to do so.
- Ensure the immigration official that you will depart Canada once the authorized period per the study permit has expired.
Since processing times for student permits can vary, you must apply for one after attaining a letter of acceptance from a school.
Student Direct Stream
Some international students can apply for a Canadian study permit more quickly and easily with the help of the Student Direct Stream program. Residents of 14 countries may use the SDS:
- Barbuda and Antigua
- Brazil
- China
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- India
- Morocco
- Pakistan
- Peru
- Philippines
- Senegal
- The Grenadines and St. Vincent
- Tobago and Trinidad
- Vietnam
The goal is to process SDS-eligible applications in 20 days. Prospective student applicants must comply with the following requirements to submit an SDS application for a Canadian study permit:
- An admission letter copy from a Canadian Designated Learning Institution should be provided.
- Present proof of the applicant’s initial medical examination.
- Demonstrate that they hold a $10,000 Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC).
- Show proof that the first year’s tuition was paid.
- Present evidence of language test results showing an IELTS score of 6 in English or an NCLC 7 in French that were done within two years of receiving the SDS application.
- Visit a Visa Application Centre to submit the application.
