Canada Study Visa from Nigeria: Everything You Need to Know

For many Nigerian students, Canada represents the perfect blend of world-class education, career opportunities, and a welcoming immigration pathway. But the key to unlocking these benefits lies in one critical process obtaining your Canada Study Visa.

At PEAPEN Int’l Travels & Consult Ltd, we’ve helped hundreds of students successfully secure their Canadian study permits, even when others gave up. This guide breaks down the step-by-step process and shows how you can make your journey smooth and stress-free.

Step 1: Secure an Admission Offer from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)

Before you can apply for a study visa, you must first be accepted by a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) — an approved school recognized by the Canadian government.

PEAPEN partners with top DLIs across Canada, helping students secure admission into diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs in fields like IT, Business, Healthcare, and Engineering.

Once your acceptance letter is issued, you’re ready for the next step — the visa application process.

Step 2: Prepare Your Canada Study Visa Documents

Your visa application must include accurate, complete, and verifiable documentation. Missing or inconsistent documents are a major reason many Nigerian applications are delayed or rejected.

Here’s what you’ll typically need:

• A valid international passport
• Proof of admission from a DLI
• Proof of funds showing you can cover tuition and living expenses (for yourself and dependents if applicable)
• Passport photographs
• Statement of purpose or study plan (explaining your academic goals and future plans)
• Police clearance certificate
• Medical examination report
• Visa application fee payment receipt

PEAPEN provides document review and checklist verification to ensure everything meets the Canadian Immigration (IRCC) standard.

Step 3: Proof of Funds — What You Must Show

For 2025, students must prove they have at least:

• CAD $20,635 for living expenses (outside Quebec)
• Plus tuition and travel funds

This proof can be shown through bank statements, student loans, sponsorship letters, or guaranteed investment certificates (GIC).

At PEAPEN, we offer affordable proof-of-funds solutions and guidance on how to structure your financial documentation to increase visa success rates.

Step 4: Apply for the Study Visa (Online or Paper Application)

You can submit your visa application either online via the IRCC portal or through a Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Nigeria (Lagos or Abuja).

PEAPEN handles the full application process — from creating your profile, uploading documents, to tracking your application and preparing you for possible interviews.

We also help students apply under the Student Direct Stream (SDS), a faster processing route available for some Nigerian applicants who meet specific financial and language criteria.

Step 5: Biometrics, Medicals & Visa Decision

After applying, you’ll receive a Biometrics Instruction Letter (BIL). You’ll need to visit a VAC to capture your fingerprints and photograph. A medical examination may also be required.

Processing times typically range from 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the season. Once approved, you’ll receive your Port of Entry (POE) Letter of Introduction and Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), allowing you to travel to Canada.

Step 6: Prepare for Travel and Post-Arrival Guidance

After visa approval, the journey continues with pre-departure preparation – flight booking, housing arrangements, and travel orientation.

PEAPEN provides complete travel management and relocation support, ensuring you settle seamlessly in Canada. From airport pickup guidance to connecting with Nigerian student communities, we make your relocation as stress-free as possible.

Why Choose PEAPEN for Your Canada Visa Application

• Direct partnerships with trusted Canadian schools
• Step-by-step admission and visa guidance
• Affordable proof-of-funds assistance
• Family and dependent relocation support
• Transparent and result-driven process

Our 100% client satisfaction record speaks for itself – we don’t just process visas, we help you relocate confidently.