Inbound students

Over 3000 international students from more than 100 countries choose UVic each year.
Over 3000 international students from more than 100 countries choose UVic each year.

Updates for international students

Travel restrictions lifted: All federal border testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements ended on October 1, 2022. 

Off-campus work measures: On October 7, 2022, the Government of Canada announced that the 20-hour limit to off-campus work hours will be temporarily lifted from November 15, 2022 to December 31, 2023 for eligible international students. According to the information that is currently available, students must have submitted their study permit application (including extensions) on or before October 7, 2022 to benefit from this temporary measure. For more information, visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

All international students should review the appropriate information before travelling to Canada or beginning studies and work, to ensure they meet the necessary requirements.

Travelling to Canada
Working in Canada

Welcoming you to the West Coast

Are you interested in studying at a leading research university located in a beautiful city with spectacular natural surroundings? Join other students from around the world who pursue life-changing educational experiences at the University of Victoria (UVic).

Applying to UVic

You may intend to complete a program of study at UVic, or you may intend to visit from another institition. Either way, we'll do our best to help you succeed.

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Preparing for life in Canada

Once you've made arrangements to study at UVic, it's time to plan your travels.

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