🇳🇵 Nepal → 🇨🇦 Canada

Study in Canada from Nepal

Studying in Canada from Nepal offers a clear post-study work permit and a recognised pathway to permanent residency, drawing many Kathmandu students each year.

Tuition CAD 15,000–CAD 35,000/year Visa 4–12 wks Free for students

🇳🇵 Nepal

From

🇨🇦 Canada

4–12 wks

Visa

PGWP

Post-study

Canada is among the most popular destinations for Nepali students because the Post-Graduation Work Permit can run up to three years and feeds into Express Entry and provincial nominee routes. Colleges and universities both qualify.

Tuition of CAD 15,000–CAD 35,000 a year and proof of funds plus first-year tuition make budgeting important, and biometrics are part of the IRCC study permit process.

Transcript steps and the IRCC study permit from Nepal

Apply through OUAC or directly to institutions, and prepare your Tribhuvan University or Pokhara University transcripts with Ministry of Education equivalence where required. The IRCC study permit is submitted online with biometrics, and Nepali applicants give biometrics at the designated visa application centre; the application is processed by IRCC rather than at a Kathmandu visa office.

Costs, scholarships, visa timeline and the PGWP

Plan for tuition of CAD 15,000–CAD 35,000 a year and living costs of CAD 1,200–2,000 a month, plus proof of CAD 20,635 alongside first-year tuition. The study permit typically takes 4–12 weeks. Nepali students can target the Vanier scholarship, IDRC awards or entrance scholarships, and graduates may apply for a PGWP of up to three years leading towards permanent residency.

Your path from Nepal to Canada

Apply via OUAC (Ontario) or directly to institutions. IRCC Study Permit applied online. Biometrics required. Processing: 4–12 weeks.

1
Register free & build your profile
Create a student account and tell us your grades, budget and goals. It takes five minutes and costs nothing.
2
Get matched to universities
Our advisors shortlist programmes that fit your profile and explain admission requirements and deadlines.
3
Prepare documents & apply
We help you assemble transcripts, language scores and financial proof, then submit strong applications.
4
Visa & departure support
Once admitted, we guide your student visa application and help you prepare for arrival.

Costs, visa & requirements

Tuition	CAD 15,000–CAD 35,000/year
Living costs	CAD 1,200–2,000/month
Visa type	Study Permit (IRCC)
Financial proof	CAD 20,635 + first year tuition
Processing time	4–12 weeks
Language	IELTS 6.0–6.5
Scholarships	Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship, IDRC Scholarship, University Entrance Awards

In-person support in Kathmandu

Our Nepal office helps Nepal students with TU/PU transcript authentication, Embassy scheduling support, Blocked account setup guidance and more — free of charge.

Visit our Nepal office →

Frequently asked questions

How much money do I need for a Canadian study permit from Nepal?

You must show CAD 20,635 for living costs plus your first-year tuition, which is the current IRCC requirement for applicants outside Quebec.

How long does the Canadian study permit take?

IRCC typically processes study permits in 4–12 weeks, and you will need to give biometrics, so apply early and budget time for that step.

Can Nepali graduates stay and work in Canada?

Yes. The Post-Graduation Work Permit can last up to three years depending on your programme, and it can support a route to permanent residency through Express Entry or a provincial nominee programme.