Study Abroad

🇨🇦Canada

Canada is a popular study destination for Pakistani students, offering globally recognized degrees, a straightforward post-study work permit pathway, and a large South Asian community. Tuition and living costs vary significantly by province and institution.

Visa

Canada requires a study permit for most programs. Approval rates for Pakistani applicants have been notably lower than the global average in recent years, and permit wait times for Pakistani nationals have increased through 2026.

~38.00% acceptance rate~49 day processing

Financial proof required: CAD 22895.00 (Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) — single applicant, outside Quebec) — this is a requirement to show you can support yourself, not an extra cost you spend, so it's not included in the totals below.

Average Costs

Tuition — Average annual tuition (international, postgraduate): CAD 24028.00 (per year)
Accommodation — Shared / off-campus housing: CAD 1200.00 (per month)
Food — Groceries and food: CAD 400.00 (per month)
Transport — Local public transport pass: CAD 125.00 (per month)
Insurance — Mandatory health insurance (UHIP-type): CAD 800.00 (per year)
Visa fee — Study permit + biometrics: CAD 235.00 (one time)
Flight — Round-trip economy flight, Pakistan to Canada (estimate): USD 1100.00 (one time)
Pre-departure — English test fee (IELTS/CELPIP): CAD 300.00 (one time)
Pre-departure — Initial settling-in costs (bedding, winter clothing, etc.): CAD 1500.00 (one time)

Cost Calculator

Last verified: August 18, 2026

Source: ImmigrationToCanada / ProPakistani / CIC News (aggregated) (view source)

Costs and exchange rates vary — this is an estimate only. Always confirm current figures with the destination's official immigration/university sources before making decisions. Browse other destinations.