Study in Canada
CAQ application
Regulated consultant, RCIC R520189
The Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) is issued by MIFI. It is generally required before you apply to IRCC for a study permit to study in Quebec.
Processing time
About 20 to 40 business days, depending on MIFI processing volume.
Estimate only, based on times typically observed with IRCC or MIFI. Times vary by visa office, application volume and file complexity. They are not a guarantee.
The Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) is an authorization from the Government of Quebec for international students who undertake a program of study at an institution located in Quebec.
Unless a MIFI exception applies, the CAQ must be obtained before the study permit application to IRCC. An incomplete or non-compliant application can delay the entire pathway.
We prepare the application against MIFI requirements (letter of acceptance, proof of funds, identity and, where applicable, documents specific to an applicant already in Canada).
Document checklist
The detailed list of required documents and additional items is shared after a consultation, once your file is opened.
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Other procedures in the Study in Canada stream
Studying in Canada (study permit)
Foreign nationals who intend to start a program of study in Canada. A letter of acceptance from a DLI and, for Quebec, a CAQ are usually required.
View the procedureStudy permit extension
Students already in Canada whose study permit expires before the program ends, or who must remain enrolled at a DLI.
View the procedureStudy permit renewal
Students whose permit is expiring, or whose DLI, program or immigration situation has changed.
View the procedureCAQ extension
Students who already hold a CAQ and whose program is being extended, or whose certificate expires before studies end.
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