As an international student aiming to study in Canada, it can be challenging and overwhelming to gather all the documents and fill out the information correctly to present in your study permit application being submitted to IRCC. As if that was not enough, now you need to obtain PAL to attach along with your study permit application.
It is crucial to understand the key documents required for a successful application. We recommend consulting experts in immigration at TNC Immigration to help you with your study permit application.
The Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is a mandatory requirement for international students applying for a study permit in Canada. It acts as evidence that your study permit application is within the designated application limit for a specific province or territory. Upon reaching this limit, the province or territory will discontinue the issuance of PALs.
Introduced by the IRCC in 2024, PAL is designed to regulate the number of international students and immigrants in Canada.
IRCC has announced that Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is needed for most of the international students applying for a study permit to Canada:
1. Canadian Official Validation: The PAL demonstrates that your study permit application complies with the approved quota for your selected province or territory, aiding in the smooth processing of your application. Absence of a valid PAL could lead to the rejection of your application, as it is a compulsory document.
2. Hassle-free Application: Obtaining a PAL demonstrates your commitment to studying in Canada and following proper immigration procedures. PAL also keeps a check on Canadian colleges so that colleges are not overwhelmed with too many international students and are able to provide good education to the international students enrolled as per high Canadian standards. You may need to attach PAL with your study permit application to prevent unnecessary delays or complications in the processing of your study permit application.
Each of the international student will be required to obtain a PAL unless they meet the exemptions below. We recommend searching on IRCC website to stay regularly updated with the changes in the exemption of PAL.
You don’t need a PAL/TAL when applying for a study permit if any of the following applies to you.
1 . You’re applying to study at a
While PAL may seem like an extra step for those applying for study permits in Canada, it is an essential process that cannot be overlooked. Understanding the correct process and completing the paperwork accurately can increase your chances of success and bring you one step closer to your dream of studying in Canada. You may reach out to our teams of experts at TNC Immigration if you need assistance with your study permit application to Canada
This page provides a basic outline of the respective application, which may or may not be applicable to you. Do not solely rely on the information here. To check your eligibility and get accurate information you can contact our team at TNC Immigration.