Travelling to Canada

Once your study permit application is approved, you will either be requested to submit your passport to the Visa Application Centre for further processing, after which you will receive both your passport with the visa inside and your Letter of Introduction, or you will directly be issued your Letter of Introduction. Your procedure will depend on whether you are coming from a visa-required country or visa-exempt country.

While making your travel arrangements, ensure to review IRCC's Prepare for Your Arrival information. This guide will help you to understand what to expect while you travel and what documents you should bring with you. Avoid booking any flights before you receive your Letter of Introduction and take note of when your classes start. You should plan to arrive around two weeks in advance so you can settle in.

When travelling, it’s crucial to have medical insurance or coverage from a reputable organization in the event of any emergency situations. Plan to arrange your insurance so that it covers you for at least the first three months that you are in Canada. This will allow you time to apply for the Saskatchewan Health Card and learn about medical insurance through the University of Regina Students’ Union.

There are several important documents we recommend to bring with you when preparing to travel to Canada. Make sure to have printed copies of these documents to present to the CBSA officer when you arrive at the Port of Entry (POE), but also have them saved electronically for safe keeping.

• Passport with your Entrance Visa
• Letter of Introduction
• Provincial Attestation Letter
• Valid Letter of Acceptance
• Confirmation of Enrolment
• Original Academic Transcripts

Regina has many amenities and services to help you settle in your new home, which means you can focus on packing essential items, such as Canada-approved prescription medications and medical equipment, important documents, smaller electronics, clothing, toiletries, and a few items to make you feel at home. You can buy furniture, cookware, bedding supplies, and other housewares at local shopping centres once you arrive.

Once you confirm your flight details, have a close look at your itinerary and make a note of the different stops you'll make along the way. An important detail to be aware of is that you will land at another airport in Canada before travelling to Regina - this is called the Port of Entry (POE). It's at this location that you'll meet with a CBSA officer who will process the remaining details of your study permit application. Once your study permit is officially processed, check for any errors on your document and have the CBSA officer correct them, if needed. If the information is accurate, you'll be directed to take your connecting flight to Regina.