Langara’s DLI number is O19319074622
(first character is the letter “O”).
Study Permit
Students who are not Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada need a study permit for programs that are longer than six months.
Apply
. Before applying for a study permit at a Canadian visa office you will need a from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
You may send your application to a local or .
Langara’s DLI number
Documents Required
You will need these documents, at a minimum, to apply:
- Valid passport, at least 6 months before expiry
- Two passport-size photos with your name and date of birth written on the back
- Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
- Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), if applicable
- Proof of financial support
Processing time
Processing time varies depending on the country you are applying from. Please check the IRCC website for updates regarding processing time. It is your responsibility to make sure that you are able to report to the College on the date specified in your Letter of Acceptance before the semester begins in order for you to be available to attend a course planning session, write any necessary placement tests, and obtain necessary course registration information.
On July 4, 2025, IRCC announced an update for students transferring from Canadian high schools to post-secondary institutions. As long as you have a valid study permit and apply for your Langara College study permit extension inside Canada before your original study permit expires, you can begin studies at Langara College while your study permit extension application is being processed. Please visit Changing your school or program - Canada.ca for detailed instructions.
The secondary school study permit will become invalid on whichever comes first:
- The day your study permit expires or
- 90 days after a student has completed high school studies, regardless of the expiry date shown on your study permit.
Application Refusal
If the Canadian government refuses your application for a study permit, you may request a refund of your Langara International Student Deposit.
Clearing Customs Upon Arrival
Carry your original documents with you when travelling – do not pack originals in checked baggage. You should have the following documents:
- Passport
- Study Permit or Port of Entry Letter of Introduction (POE)
- Letter of Acceptance from Langara
- Proof of funds
- Proof of registration
- Accommodation information
PLEASE NOTE.
Do not leave the airport or border without your study permit. Before leaving, verify the information on your study permit is accurate because it is easier to correct any errors before entering Canada.
