Beginning in January 2026, Quebec will raise a minimum amount for study permits.
In 2026, Quebec will modify its study permit regulations, requiring students to provide significantly more financial documentation than previously. Living expenses must now be shown to be at least CAD 24,617 for a single candidate, and significantly more for families.
This is something you should be aware of if you intend to study in Quebec. In order to get or renew a study permit, overseas students will have to present significantly more financial evidence starting on January 1, 2026. The amount needed will rise significantly, sometimes more than tripling the present level.
New Budgetary Requirements
Both first-time applicants and students renewing their study permits are subject to the new regulation. Only living expenditures must be covered by the financial evidence. Travel expenses and tuition are kept apart.
Here is a brief comparison of the sums prior to and following January 2026:
Category: Through December 31, 2025starting on January 1, 2026
One individual under the age of eighteen CAD 7,756 CAD 24,617
One adult (18 years of age or older) CAD 15,508 CAD 24,617
CAD 22,745 CAD 34,814 for two adults
CAD 25,479 CAD 42,638 for two adults and one child
CAD 27,499 CAD 49,234 for two adults and two children
Simply put, this implies that a single student must now demonstrate that they have at least CAD 24,617 available for living expenses.
However, depending on the number of dependents, students traveling to Canada with their families must present larger sums.
Which Costs Are Reimbursed?
You must demonstrate your financial stability in order to study in Quebec, Canada.
The cost of tuition
Travel-related costs
Basic expenses for accommodation, food, and transportation
You must also demonstrate that you are able to pay for your own health and hospital insurance as well as that of any family members who may be traveling with you.
If you already have a valid medical insurance policy in Quebec or if your home country has a social security agreement with Quebec, you do not require evidence of insurance.
Who Must Comply with the New Financial Regulation?
Everybody. This comprises:
Applying for a first study permit as a new overseas student
Applying to get their study permission extended as current international students
In order to obtain a study visa, you must demonstrate your financial ability twice:
At the provincial level (Quebec)
At the federal level (IRCC of Canada)
Which Documents Are Acceptable as Evidence?
Any proof that unequivocally demonstrates that you have the necessary funds, like:
Bank letters or statements
Evidence of a student loan
Letters of scholarship confirmation
Sponsors' letters of financial support
Concluding Remarks
Beginning on January 1, 2026, Quebec will tighten its study permit regulations by increasing the minimum financial need. Before applying, everyone who intends to study there should make sure they can afford the new amount.
