Immigration advising
We know support is important for a student’s successful transition to university.
Our international student advisers (ISAs) are regulated immigration practitioners who provide non-academic support and immigration advice for international undergraduate and graduate students.
Services
Whether you are studying at UVic or visiting from another institution, we are here to help. Our services include:
- pre-arrival support
- immigration assistance
- drop-in advising appointments
Find an adviser
There are many ways to access our services and get help when you need it. Connect with an adviser to learn how we can help.
Notices
Government of Canada removes COVID-19 testing requirements for air travellers from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong and Macao
March 21, 2023
As of 12:01 a.m. EDT on March 17, 2023, air travellers to Canada on flights originating from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao are no longer required to provide evidence...
Government of Canada reinstates some COVID-19 border and travel measures for air travellers from China
January 9, 2023
As of January 5 at 12:01am (EST) all air travellers, 2 years of age and older, arriving from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao must show a negative COVID-19 test result,...
Updates for international students
January 1, 2023
Travel restrictions lifted: All federal border testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements ended on October 1, 2022. Off-campus work measures: On October 7, 2022,...