
Study in Canada from Malawi
Study in Canada from Malawi
This article describes in detail the process of how to Study in Canada from Malawi. If you require any further help or information do take the Study in Canada visa assessment for Malawi Citizens available on this page.
Study in Canada from Malawi
The top reasons Malawian student study in Canada are:
Of all the reasons, the pathway to permanent residency for Malawian Citizens is why the majority of Malawian students study in Canada as opposed to at home in Malawi or elsewhere. The opportunities for Malawian students studying in Canada cannot be matched globally.
International students from Malawi often ask whether the can study and work in Canada. The Canadian Government allows Malawian students on a Canadian study permit to undertake paid employment in Canada.
A student permit holder from Malawi is able to work part time during semesters and full time hours being during term breaks.
If you would rather immigrate to Canada from Malawi under another visa you can find out how in our guide on how to immigrate to Canada from Malawi
You can start your work hours only after your study course commences. If you arrive in Canada from Malawi earlier than this, you cannot work during that time.
You may only work after your course has formally begun. If you are caught working beyond the allowed hours on your Canadian work and study visa your visa may be cancelled and you will have to return to Malawi.
The IELTS test is not required for an Malawian study permit application. However, educational institutions will require you to provide proof of your language proficiency in order for you to be offered admission. IELTS is just one of the accepted exams. Please contact your education establishment for their student application IELTS requirements for Malawian Nationals.
Malawian citizens do not require a study permit for courses lasting less than six months. However, the course must be completed within the six-month timeframe. If a student from Malawi intends to stay for more than six months they must apply for the correct Student Visa and have it granted before they leave Malawi.
International students from Malawi do not require a sponsor for a Canadian Student Visa.
Malawian students must be between 18 years of age and 35 years of age.
The age is taken from the date of your birthday turning 18 and until the day before your 36th Birthday.
Malawian students are not required to have an interview as part of their Canada Student Visa application
The medical examination is compulsory for all Malawian students applying for a Canadian student visa.
Malawian applicants should apply as soon as the letter of acceptance (LOA) is received from the education provider
The Canadian Study Permit costs $150 Canadian per person for applicants from Malawi
As a Citizen of Malawi you are allowed to leave Canada during your studies. These can be trips to return to Malawi or elsewhere. Your student visa allows you to travel in and out of Canada. When arriving back in Canada from a trip to Malawi or anywhere else, you will need to prove you are currently enrolled in your institution.
If you are a Citizen of Malawi you will usually be able to bring your partner or spouse and dependent children with you. There are no restrictions on the number of hours your partner or spouse may work in Canada for the duration of the visa.
Many students from Malawi convert their Canada student visa to full Canadian Permanent residency via the Canadian Experience Class Visa. The CEC visa is the main reason why individuals study in Canada from Malawi.
The Canadian Experience Class is a direct path to Canadian Citizenship and dual nationality. The Canadian Government recognizes students from Malawi make great candidates to become long term Canadian residents and eventually citizens of Canada.
Students from Malawi who have studied at least for two years at an accredited college or university on a full-time basis are eligible to apply for permanent residency via the CEC Visa program. Malawian students are welcomed to Canada.
Usually 15 days are enough as there are no Interviews for the Canadian student visa and permit. Do not book flights from Malawi to Canada until the visa has been granted.
Study in Canada from Malawi
Canada Made Simple offer a number of merit based Scholarships to Malawian students studying in Canada.
Universities include: