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Pre-arrival and arrival checklists

Starting your journey at UVic as an international student can be exciting and daunting at the same time. The International Student Advising team has put together a pre-arrival checklist and an arrival checklist to assist you before you arrive and after you arrive to Canada. Be sure to follow the checklists to prepare for your transition to life at UVic.

We would also encourage you to review our video resources for new students for guidance on some important immigration and settlement topics as you prepare to join us.

Pre-arrival Checklist

Apply for a study permit or notify IRCC that you've changed institutions

Budget your finances for your education

Understand your academic enrolment status and immigration implications

Join the UVic Global Community

Learn about your Canadian health insurance coverage

Register for the Global Community beach social

Make your travel arrangements and learn about settlement resources

Learn about Canada

Arrival Checklist

Understand your Canadian immigration documents

Enrol in the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP)

Connect with the UVic Family Centre

Get your UVic ONECard

Open a bank account

Set up internet and mobile phone accounts

Explore your employment options and apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Connect with your campus

Explore Victoria

Get vaccinated against COVID-19

If you have any questions or need further guidance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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