Testimonials by K.K. – Study Permit

Hello World! Today, we would like to introduce a testimonial from the parent of one of our clients, who applied for a Study Permit.

“This is about my 19-year-old daughter. She entered Canada with an eTA and tried to apply for a Study Permit on her own. However, since it was her first time applying for a visa, she submitted documents to the wrong office and made mistakes in her application, which led to her Study Permit being rejected. Afterwards, the university referred us to an agent. However, they didn’t look into the reason for the rejection and simply handed us a list of required documents to prepare.

I was looking for an agency with Japanese-speaking staff and found One Pacific Immigration Consulting. The instruction from Satoko was very clear, and I felt confident in trusting her with the application. In every email communication with my daughter, she always included me in CC, allowing me to track the progress. Satoko also provided sample documents for preparation, which was extremely helpful, and offered valuable advice and continuous supportive assistance throughout the process

What surprised me the most was that the Study Permit was approved in less than a week after applying. This was exactly what we expected from a professional! I think this result was achieved by ensuring all the key points were covered. I’m so glad I asked Satoko for help, and I truly appreciate everything she did.

My daughter is also happy, and she mentioned that she would like to seek Satoko’s advice again for her extension application and future plans. I would highly recommend Satoko to anyone in need of support for immigration, employment, or study-related applications in Canada. Thank you so much! (K.K. applicant’s parent)”

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Initially, the applicant contacted us directly. After coming to Canada immediately upon graduating from high school, the applicant applied for a Study Permit, which was unfortunately refused, leaving her distressed. We advised her to return to Japan temporarily, and subsequently, her father also became involved in the application process.

As incomplete or incorrect documentation can lead to refusal or rejection, we strongly recommend seeking guidance from qualified immigration consultants or professionals specializing in Canadian immigration law, rather than relying on unverified service providers found online.

Provincial Attestation Letter

A Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is an official document issued by a Canadian provincial government to confirm that an applicant has been accepted into a designated learning institution (DLI). As of January 22, 2024, the PAL must be included as part of the Study Permit application. (For more information, please refer to our previous article.)

In addition, as of January 2025, a further new restriction was introduced. It is now required for most new international undergraduate and graduate students (master’s and doctoral degrees) to submit a provincial attestation letter (PAL) when they apply for a Study Permit.

Unless you fall into one of the following exemptions, submitting a PAL is required for a Study Permit application.

• Students in preschool, primary school (including kindergarten) and secondary school (up to grade 12).
• You have received an acceptance letter as an applicant under the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) from a school participating in the FMCSP program.
• You are applying to a federally designated military college.
• You are applying to an eligible school in Quebec in a vocational training program.
• Exchange student studying at a DLI, and you do not pay tuition fees to the DLI.
• You’ve received a scholarship from Global Affairs Canada.
• You are in Canada and are one of the following:
  • Applying for a Study Permit extension at the same DLI and level of study as your current Study Permit.
  • Under a removal order but can’t be removed from Canada at this time.
  • Temporary Resident Permit holder with a permit that’s valid for at least 6 months.
  • Eligible for permanent residence as a spouse or common-law partner (through the family class).
• Other and vulnerable groups designated by the Government of Canada (Please check this page for more details).

How long a PAL is valid?:

Unless an expiration date is indicated, it is valid until:

• January 21, 2025, for the 2024 Study Permit cap year (PAL issued between January 22, 2024, and January 21, 2025)
• December 31, 2025, for the 2025 Study Permit cap year (PAL issued between January 22, 2025, and December 31, 2025)

Your PAL must be valid at the time of application. You cannot use a PAL issued during the previous Study Permit cap year.

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When applying for a Study Permit or any other Canadian visa or immigration application, submitting the correct documents based on the most up-to-date regulations is always required. Small mistakes can sometimes have an impact on the result, so it is important to proceed carefully.

If you need our assistance or advice on applying for a Study Permit, please feel free to contact us here.

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