Study Permit Refused Because Your Home-Country Ties Were Not Strong Enough
A study permit applicant can have a valid letter of acceptance, adequate funds and a genuine interest in education yet still receive a refusal because the officer is not satisfied that the applicant will leave Canada when their authorized stay ends. The…
Study Permit Refused Over Concerns About a Sponsor’s Financial Support
A parent, spouse, relative, employer or other supporter may genuinely intend to pay for an international student’s education. Yet a promise of support does not automatically prove that the money is sufficient, available or sustainable. An immigration…
Study Permit Refused for Insufficient Funds: What Evidence Should a Reapplication Include?
A study permit refusal based on finances can be especially confusing when the applicant believes the bank balance was high enough. The problem may not be the number alone. An immigration officer may also have concerns about where the money came from,…
