Arrival & Airport

Arrival Rules

After you exit the airplane, follow the airport signs to go to customs and immigration counter. Should you need help with directions or have other questions, ask one of the airport or airline staff members.

In the Airport

What to Bring

Before you present yourself to the immigration officer, make sure you have the following documents handy:

Letter of introduction
Valid Passport
Valid Temporary Resident VISA or eTA
Letter of acceptance from your institution
Proof of funds for the duration of your stay in Canada
Proof you have paid your deposit to Humber. You will find your receipt by checking MyHumber under Student Account.
Any other documents you used when you applied for your Study Permit (you can find the list at the Canadian Government Website, which includes an immigration medical examination for those travelling from outside the United States)
Plane ticket

Please see IRCC's website for more information.

When you do reach the border services line:

Wait for your turn in the line/queue to be called by the immigration officer
Present yourself with the immigration documents
Upon verification & immigration questions, the officer may issue you a valid study permit and stamp your passport
The immigration officer may also issue you a SIN card document [The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a 9 digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits] find out more at the Canadian Government Website
The immigration officer will redirect you to proceed further towards baggage claim