Steps for Applying to BEC (Visitor Visa Exempt)

Step 1: Please Complete The Application Form

Step 2: If you are using the paper version of the application, please scan and e-mail, or fax the application form to us.

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Fax: 1-403-678-3932

Step 3: If you need the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) sent by registered mail, please tell us. Usually the letter is scanned and sent by e-mail. An extra $75 is charged for registered mail.

Step 4: The application will be processed. This usually takes less than 24 hours. We will usually answer you by e-mail.

Step 5: We will send an invoice explaining the exact costs.

Step 6: Pay the invoice. Please contact BEC for payment details.

Step 7: If you have paid by wire transfer, please e-mail a copy of the payment receipt (from your bank) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Step 8: As soon as the bank in Canada confirms that they have received the payment, we will send you the Letter of Acceptance (LOA).

Step 9: We will e-mail all of the detailed Student information for accommodations, airport shuttle, first day information, etc.

Steps For Applying To BEC (Student Visa needed)

Step 1: Please Complete The Application Form

Step 2: If you are using the paper version of the application, please scan and e-mail, or fax the application form to us.

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Fax: 1-403-678-3932

Step 3: If you DO NOT need the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) sent by registered mail, please tell us. For students requiring visas the letter is usually sent by registered mail. (an extra $75 is charged)

Step 4: The application will be processed. This usually takes less than 24 hours. We will usually answer you by e-mail.

Step 5: We will send an invoice explaining the exact costs.

Step 6: Pay 20% of the invoice. Depending on the country, this first deposit must be paid by credit card or wire transfer (please ask).

Please contact us for the payment details.

Notes:
• Accommodations will not be charged/booked until visa is confirmed.
• 100% percent of the funds received will be refunded as long as the official letter stating the visa rejection is send to BEC at least 4 weeks before the start date of the course.
• If the school receives the visa rejection letter less than 4 weeks but more than 2 weeks before the start date of the course 50% of the deposit will be refunded.
• If the school receives the visa rejection letter less than 2 weeks before the start date of the course 0% of the deposit will be refunded.

Step 7: After you receive your Letter of Acceptance from Banff Education Centre apply for a Temporary Visa: Online or Download and print the application package.

Step 8: Pay the remaining amount due. This amount will need to clear the school bank account before the starting date of the course. If the full amount is not received and cleared by the starting date of the student, the deposit will not be refunded and the student will not be able to start their course. If you need accommodations, the payment must be paid in full and the visa confirmed before accommodations can be booked. If you have paid by wire transfer, please e-mail a copy of the payment receipt (from your bank) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Step 9: In order to book accommodations, the visa must be confirmed. Please confirm the visa acceptance/rejection as soon as possible to avoid delays or penalties.

Step 10: Once all information and payment is received, we will e-mail all of the detailed student information for accommodations, airport shuttle, first day information, etc.

Steps For Applying To BEC (Work and Study/Internship/Volunteer)

Step 1: Please Complete The Application Form

Step 2: If you are using the paper version of the application, please scan and e-mail, or fax the application form to us.

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Fax: 1-403-678-3932

Step 3: If you DO NOT need the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) sent by registered mail, please tell us. For students requiring visas the letter is usually sent by registered mail. (an extra $75 is charged)

Step 4: The application will be processed. This usually takes less than 24 hours. We will usually answer you by e-mail.

Step 5: We will send an invoice explaining the exact costs.

Step 6: Pay 20% of the invoice. Depending on the country, this first deposit must be paid by credit card or wire transfer (please ask).

Please contact us for the payment details.

Notes:
• Accommodations will not be charged/booked until visa is confirmed.
• 100% percent of the funds received will be refunded as long as the official letter stating the visa rejection is send to BEC at least 4 weeks before the start date of the course.
• If the school receives the visa rejection letter less than 4 weeks but more than 2 weeks before the start date of the course 50% of the deposit will be refunded.
• If the school receives the visa rejection letter less than 2 weeks before the start date of the course 0% of the deposit will be refunded.

Step 7: As soon as you have your Letter of Acceptance from Banff Education Centre, apply for a visa

Step 8: Pay the remaining amount due. This amount will need to clear the school bank account before the starting date of the course. If the full amount is not received and cleared by the starting date of the student, the deposit will not be refunded and the student will not be able to start their course. If you need accommodations, the payment must be paid in full and the visa confirmed before accommodations can be booked. If you have paid by wire transfer, please e-mail a copy of the payment receipt (from your bank) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Step 9: In order to book accommodations, the visa must be confirmed. Please confirm the visa acceptance/rejection as soon as possible to avoid delays or penalties.

Step 10: Once all information and payment is received, we will e-mail all of the detailed student information for accommodations, airport shuttle, first day information, etc.

Getting a visa

We recommend that you come on a Work and Study Visa ( Through International Experience Canada) - a work permit to travel and work in Canada for up to one year:

Choose your Country:

My country is not on the list, I am older than the maximum age or I cannot get that visa...
For students that are not able to get a Working Holiday Visa, you need 2 visas.

• First, you will need to have a valid study visa:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study.asp

• And then you can apply for “Work permits for students – Co-op and Internship programs”.
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-coop.asp