CANADA · CHAPTER 11
Before you flyto Canada.
Carry your port-of-entry letter, passport with visa, acceptance letter, proof of funds and PAL in your hand luggage. Arrange housing and winter clothing, and check your province's health-insurance rules for international students.
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Checklist
- Port-of-entry letter and visa
- Letter of acceptance and PAL
- Proof of funds
- Housing confirmation
- Health-insurance plan
- Winter coat, boots, gloves
- Plug adapter (type A/B)
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Documents for the border
- Passport with visa
- Port of entry letter of introduction
- Letter of acceptance and PAL if applicable
- Proof of funds (GIC certificate, bank letters)
- Medical exam result if required
- Address in Canada
Packing for Canadian winters
- Buy a proper winter coat and boots in Canada — Indian winter wear is rarely warm enough
- Thermal layers, gloves, toque (beanie) and scarf
- Moisturiser and lip balm for dry air
- Type A/B plug adapters
WHERE TO GO NEXT
Keep going: the pages that help next.
Each card says what you will find there. Looking for something else? See every page on the site.
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