International students applying for a Canadian study permit from Sept 1, 2026 will have to demonstrate that they have at least Canadian dollars (CAD) 23,448 available for living expenses (if they are headed to a province or territory other than Quebec).

Canada has increased the money international students must show when applying for a study permit, with the new financial requirement

Canada will increase the amount of money international students must show for living expenses when applying for a study permit from September 1, 2026.