Urgent Advice needed for Study permit funding proof and University

[ronin234]

Hello All,

I am new to this forum and i need an urgent advice on 3 quick questions. I would really appreciate a comprehensive response.

My situation is that i have a brother in Canada who recently got his PR. i am currently in Uk and now going back to Pakistan after i lost my job here (i was on work permit).

my questions are:

1. if i want to apply for study permit to canada then can i transfer my funds to my brothers account in canada and show that bank account which will be in my brothers name? will it be compulsory to show CIC a bank account which has to be in my own name?

2. I am looking to travel to canada in Jan 2013 but not many courses starts in Jan. does it really matter to CIC if i chose an average university in any province in canada to study? will this affect my visa application?

3. Is it ok to apply for study permit from Pakistan or is uk a better option to apply from?

please respond

thanks

 

[scylla]

It is not compulsory that the bank statement be in your name. It can be in your brother's name if he writes a letter confirming he will support your studies. Note that his bank account must show sufficient balance to cover first year tuition + $10K first year living expenses + travel expenses.

You should choose a program and school that makes sense in light of your previous education and any work experience. Student visas are commonly rejected due to study mismatch.

It's probably better to apply from Pakistan. In order to be approved for a study visa, you must prove that you have tied to your home country and no plans to remain in Canada long term.