Pre-departure guide for international students in Canada

Canada itself is a country of immigrants, so many people now choose to study or immigrate to Canada. So how to prepare for studying in Canada? I will introduce to you a pre-departure guide for international students in Canada. You can also refer to it. Let’s take a look together!

1. Documents you need to bring when entering the country

1. Original passport and visa

2. Admission notice from a Canadian school Original or copy

3. Visa approval letter

4. Canadian Customs Entry Form (filled out on the plane)

2. Luggage

Air Canada’s baggage size requirement is that the sum of the three sides is less than 158cm, and each piece must not exceed 23kg; for two carry-on luggage, each piece must not exceed 10kg. However, I would like to remind everyone that this is just a general situation. It is best to check the specific requirements with the airline before booking a flight. In addition, flight safety requires that flammable and explosive items such as drinks, wine, sharp objects, hairspray, and lighter refill bottles cannot be carried in your luggage. This also requires special attention.

1. Clothing and bedding

Vancouver’s climate is similar to that of Kunming, and it feels like spring all year round. If your study abroad destination is Vancouver or other places, you only need to bring a small amount of cotton-padded clothes and sweaters to keep out the cold. But if you are going to northern cities such as Ottawa and Toronto, down jackets and pure cotton bedding are indispensable. Bring as much as you can. You don’t have to worry about paying taxes because your luggage is too important because it is the first time for personal belongings and sea luggage to go through Canadian customs. All are tax-free.

2. Mobile phone communication

Since the Canadian mobile phone frequency band is different from the domestic mobile phone frequency band, students studying abroad are best to choose to purchase a mobile phone locally.

3. Fund preparation

Chinese outbound personnel can carry up to 10,000 Canadian dollars in cash at a time (the total amount of all currencies carried by individuals). To be on the safe side, carry as little cash as possible. You can bring a money order and open an account at a local bank in Canada.

3. Study Permit Application

Students entering the country for the first time should remember to apply for a Study Permit before leaving the airport. After passing through customs, students collect their luggage and then go to the Immigration Office to apply for a study permit.

4. Be mentally prepared to stay with a host family

When international students arrive in Canada, they choose to stay with an English-speaking host family, eat and live with Canadians. One is to improve their English level, and the other is to become familiar with each other. Western life customs. Different cultural backgrounds and living habits may lead to misunderstandings between students and host family members. International students should follow the local customs and understand and respect the living traditions, work and rest time and eating habits of the host family. This is very important for international students' future university and social life in Canada.

1. Work and rest time

Canadians like to go to bed early and get up early. It is best not to chat loudly on the phone after 9:30 pm, and do not make loud noises when taking a shower or washing. Do not come back in the middle of the night to avoid disturbing the rest of others.

2. Help appropriately

Active participation is the best way to integrate into the family. You should participate appropriately in some housework, such as clearing the table, washing dishes, helping to clean the house, etc.

3. Communicate diligently

Use polite words in daily communication, communicate diligently when eating, using the phone, using hot water, using household appliances, etc., abide by this The family's daily schedule and house rules. You will find that your English will be greatly improved in this process.