Your complete Pre-Departure checklist for Canada.
Please review the list of documents below carefully and be familiar with your profile, as the border services officer may request these documents and ask questions related to your application to support your entry into Canada.
SECTION 01
Education Documents / Work Documents
Carry both Original and Photocopy of the following documents. These documents are available with you.
Academic Records
✔ High School Transcripts
✔ Post-Secondary Transcripts and Degree / Provisional Degree (If Applicable)
Language & Work
✔ English Proficiency Certificate (If Applicable)
✔ Work Experience Certificate and Resume (If Applicable)
SECTION 02
Institution and Accommodation Documents
Print and carry the following documents with you.
Institution Documents
Attached in the Email for your reference
✔ Letter of Acceptance and offer letter
✔ Co-op Letter (If Applicable)
✔ Scholarship Letter (If Applicable)
✔ Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) (If Applicable)
Accommodation Proof
This document will be available with you
✔ Confirm your accommodation (on-campus / off-campus) before traveling.
✔ Glinks Off-Campus Option: Use casita.com/glinks for booking.
Orientation & Course Registration
Please ensure you coordinate with your academic advisor to register for your orientation and courses before the deadline and prior to your travel.
Course Load
Make sure you are registered for a minimum of five courses, or a full course load each semester, in accordance with your institution's course registration guidelines to maintain your full-time student status.
Passing Courses
You must pass all registered courses each semester to maintain full-time status. Successfully completing your courses is necessary for obtaining your completion letter or degree. Failing in any courses can also lead to termination / probation / withdrawal.
Attendance
Maintain regular attendance to preserve your valid student status. In case of an emergency, promptly inform your institution, the international student centre, your faculty, and any other relevant authority. Provide supporting documentation and obtain authorized leave to avoid complications with your stay. During this period, consult your academic advisor to determine whether you need to withdraw from or pause your registered courses to avoid financial liability.
Grading System
Review and understand your institution's grading system to monitor your academic standing each semester and take appropriate action if needed.
SECTION 03
Identification Documents
Carry both Original and Photocopy of the following documents (these documents are available with you).
Passport
✔ Current Passport: With Canada visa stamp.
✔ Old Passport: Carry if it contains any valid visas from other countries.
Other ID
✔ Government-issued ID from your country of residence
✔ Birth Certificate Copy (If below 18)
✔ Marriage Certificate (If Applicable)
SECTION 04
Embassy Documents
Attached in the Email. Print and carry the following documents with you.
Letter of Introduction
Biometrics Validity Letter
Original Passport Request Letter
Biometric Instruction Letter - If Applicable
Application Submission Confirmation Letter
Proof of Medical - If Applicable
Custodianship Document - If Applicable
SECTION 05
Financial Documents
Print and carry the following documents with you.
Tuition Fee / Tuition Deposit Payment
✔ Tuition Deposit — Attached in the Email for your reference.
✔ Tuition Fee — Attached in the Email for your reference.
✔ Make sure to pay the full tuition fee before your travel and carry the receipt with you.
Accommodation Payment
✔ Make sure to make the payment for your accommodation before you travel.
Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC)
✔ Attached in the Email / Not Applicable
Bank Documents
✔ Carry your sponsor / parents' updated 4-month bank statement or updated Bank Balance Letter before travel.
SECTION 06
Travel Guidelines
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| CATEGORY | ✓ DO’S | ✕ DON’TS |
|---|---|---|
| Airline Ticket | ✓ Carry a printed copy of your airline ticket. This document is available with you. | ✕ Do not travel without a copy of your ticket. |
| Flight Planning | ✓ Confirm your departure terminal before travel. ✓ For connecting flights in other countries, keep a 6–8-hour gap (or more) between flights to allow sufficient time for immigration procedures during busy periods. ✓ For connecting flights in the same country as your destination, keep a 6–8-hour gap (or more) to allow time to collect your study permit and complete immigration procedures. ✓ Check with the airline if a transit visa is required for any country where you have a stop or layover. |
✕ Do not book flights arriving on Saturdays, Sundays, or at night. Universities are closed during these times, and no communication or assistance will be available. ✕ Do not take a flight with multiple stops, especially in the same country. |
| Medical & Vaccination Records | ✓ Carry printed vaccination and medical records. | ✕ Do not travel without the required vaccination proof. |
| At the Airport | ✓ Ask questions at official help desks if needed. ✓ Answer immigration questions calmly and confidently. |
✕ Do not rely on unofficial sources for information. ✕ Do not panic or give unclear answers during immigration. |
| Important Addresses & Contacts | ✓ Keep a list of important addresses and phone numbers, including your accommodation, institute coordinators, parents’ details, and relatives’ details (if staying with them). | ✕ Do not leave this information unrecorded or inaccessible. |
| Local Currency for Expenses | ✓ Carry CAD 700–2,000 in cash and/or on your card for initial expenses. | ✕ Do not travel without sufficient local currency or access to funds. |
SECTION 07
Luggage / Check-in Baggage
These are general guidelines; however, please review the airline instructions carefully.
| CATEGORY | ✓ DO’S | ✕ DON’TS |
|---|---|---|
| Medications | ✓ Carry only essential medications. ✓ Keep a valid doctor’s prescription. ✓ Pack all medicines together in one pouch. | ✕ Avoid carrying unnecessary medications. ✕ Do not carry medicines for others. |
| Baggage Weight | ✓ Check your airline’s baggage allowance in advance. ✓ Ensure your luggage is within the permitted weight limit. | ✕ Avoid exceeding baggage limits, as additional charges may apply. |
| Restricted Items | ✓ Check your airline’s rules for restricted and prohibited items before packing. | ✕ Avoid carrying restricted items such as alcohol, tobacco, weapons, food, or plant/animal products beyond permitted limits. |
| Helping Others | ✓ Carry only your own belongings. | ✕ Do not carry another person’s bags or items in your luggage to avoid potential issues. |
| Customs Clearance | ✓ Be mindful of items purchased from duty-free. ✓ Declare items when required by customs authorities. | ✕ Avoid carrying undeclared or restricted items. ✕ Customs agents may randomly select luggage for inspection. |
| Liquids in Baggage | ✓ Ensure all bottles are tightly sealed to prevent leakage. | ✕ Avoid packing aerosols, flammable liquids, or restricted chemicals that are prohibited by airline regulations. |
| Identification of Baggage | ✓ Attach a luggage tag with your name, address, and contact details. | ✕ Avoid leaving baggage without proper identification. |
| Baggage Collection | ✓ Confirm during check-in whether your baggage will be transferred directly to your destination or if you need to collect and recheck it during transit. | ✕ Do not assume your baggage will be transferred automatically during transit. |
| Clothes | ✓ Carry a few weather-appropriate clothes suitable for your destination. | ✕ Avoid overpacking, as additional items can be purchased after arrival. |
| Toiletries, Thermometer & Linens | ✓ Pack toiletries, a thermometer, and linens (bed sheets, pillowcases, etc.) securely. | ✕ Avoid packing liquids loosely to prevent leakage. |
| Food & Packed Food | ✓ It is generally not recommended to carry food. If you wish to do so, check with your airline beforehand to confirm what is permitted. | ✕ Avoid carrying food items, especially strong-smelling items, as they may lead to additional screening or inspection. |
SECTION 08
Cabin Baggage
These are general guidelines; however, please review the airline instructions carefully.
| CATEGORY | ✓ DO’S | ✕ DON’TS |
|---|---|---|
| List of Packed Items | ✓ Keep a list of all items packed in your luggage. | ✕ Do not forget to keep track of your packed items. |
| Original Documents | ✓ Carry all original documents safely in a dedicated folder. | ✕ Do not place original documents in your checked baggage. |
| Copies of Documents | ✓ Carry a separate folder containing photocopies of all important documents. | ✕ Do not travel without backup copies of your important documents. |
| Extra Set of Clothes | ✓ Pack one extra set of clothes in your cabin baggage for emergencies. | ✕ Do not skip packing an emergency set of clothes in your cabin baggage. |
| Sanitizer, Masks & Hand Gloves | ✓ Carry masks, hand sanitizer, and hand gloves in your cabin bag for easy access. | ✕ Do not leave essential hygiene items in your checked luggage. |
| Liquids | ✓ Carry liquids only in containers of 100 ml or less. ✓ Place all liquids in a transparent, resealable plastic bag. |
✕ Do not carry liquids in containers larger than 100 ml. ✕ Do not pack liquids loosely without proper sealing. |
SECTION 09
What to Do If — Do's & Don'ts
These are general guidelines; however, please review the airline instructions carefully.
| CATEGORY | ✓ DO’S | ✕ DON’TS |
|---|---|---|
| Missed Connecting Flight | ✓ Stay calm and immediately inform your parents, airport pickup person, accommodation provider, and institution. ✓ Contact the airline authorities to arrange and book the next available flight. ✓ Check the status of your checked baggage before boarding the new flight. |
✕ Do not panic. ✕ Do not leave the airport without informing the concerned people. ✕ Do not delay contacting the airline for assistance. |
| Missing Luggage | ✓ Stay calm and use the emergency clothes packed in your cabin baggage if required. ✓ Inform your parents. ✓ Report the missing luggage to the airport or airline authorities immediately. ✓ Provide your packed items list if requested. ✓ Follow the airline’s instructions and check the luggage status after reaching your accommodation. ✓ In most cases, missing luggage is returned within a week. |
✕ Do not panic. ✕ Do not leave the airport without reporting the missing luggage. ✕ Do not ignore follow-up communication with the airline until your luggage is returned. |
SECTION 10
Mobile SIM
Available at Glinks offices in Dubai, Muscat, and Doha. If you choose
a physical SIM, collect it from your Glinks Officer and complete the registration using the link provided below. Insert the SIM card after arriving in Canada to avoid roaming charges.
Available for all destinations. Complete your registration using
the link provided below. Once registered, you will receive a QR
code via email. Please scan this code upon arrival as instructed
to avoid roaming charges.
Calling and Data
CANADIAN SIM
Postpaid Plans
CANADIAN SIM
Prepaid Plans
PHONEBOX
Calling & Data Plans
NEWSIM MOBILE
E-SIM - Data Only
Coupon Code - GLINKSNEWSIM - mandatory for 10% off
Age-based SIM eligibility
Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan: Below 18 → Pre-paid Card; Above 18 → Post-paid Card.
British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia: Below 19 → Pre-paid Card; Above 19 → Post-paid Card.