Important update: provincial attestation letters
For information about the PAL, please regularly visit the Immigration Updates for International Students page on the International Centre website.
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International students make up 30 percent of Dalhousie University’s community, with students from nearly 100 countries around the world who now call Nova Scotia home. We’re glad you are exploring ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøto continue your studies. If you have questions about study permits and transitioning to life in Canada, Dalhousie’s International Centre can answer all of your questions.
Application deadlines
As an international student you will need to ensure you apply by the earlier deadlines established for non-Canadian citizens. You will find these deadlines on our How to ApplyÌý±è²¹²µ±ð.Ìý
Information for your student visa
If you’re accepted to your program, you will require a letter from the Faculty of Graduate Studies confirming your acceptance to obtain a student visa. This letter will be provided to you as part of the acceptance process. For your visa application, you will also require ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s number which is issued by the Government of Canada. Dalhousie’s number is # O19209939282.