1: Customs declaration - fill in () and apply for a study permit (study)

When the plane is about to land, the flight attendant will distribute an entry registration form, which is as follows: (This is also the reason why we recommend everyone to carry a pen in our luggage instructions)

In short, the declaration card is intended to prove that an individual does not carry contraband. It is also used to register restricted items. It is filled out during the flight and must be submitted when arriving at customs. Next, we will interpret and explain some misunderstandings.

Application card

The following numbers correspond to the areas marked in the figure:

The Canadian Border Services website can check the specific content of various customs clearance regulations

The tax-free item quota regulations are stipulated. The specific differences between students and visitors who enter the country for a single time will be explained in the subsequent content:

1.5 liters of liquor, or 1.14 liters of spirits, or 24 355 ml cans, or 8.5 liters of beer. Please note that you must be at least the legal age of the province to purchase. In Ontario, this age is 19 years old.

Two hundred cigarettes, two hundred cigarettes, or fifty cigars, and two hundred grams of tobacco must meet the requirements of age over 19 years old, and the relevant taxes and fees may apply.

When returning from Canada, the tax exemption limit for the goods brought is different from a specific term mentioned above. The specific differences will be explained in the subsequent content. Here we first explain the tax exemption limit.

Leaving Canada within 24, it is 200 Canadian dollars

Leaving Canada 48 and above is 800 Canadian dollars

4. The means of transportation to take when entering the country the number of transportation vehicles the purpose of visiting Canada

Be sure to note that students need to mark in the homework column. If they are transferred through the United States, you should check the corresponding options.

5. Prohibited products

This is why everyone has been waiting for for a long time. Please leave all the items that are prohibited on the boarding pass in the air transportation mode, and then choose to negate all options.

The contraband will be explained in detail in Part 2

It must be noted that for foreigners or local residents, the Canadian authorities do not restrict the amount of cash they carry. Relevant regulations can be found in the Crime (Money) Act. If the total value of the cash (or traveler's check) carries exceeds 10,000 Canadian dollars, the declaration procedure must be carried out.

6. Part B or Part C?

This point is easy to cause misunderstanding, and many seniors who have been studying in Canada for several years do not understand this setting.

First of all, Part B and Part C only need to fill in one item.

For students who enter the country for the first time, i.e., non-citizens and temporary resident status, Part B must be filled in here, which refers to the length of stay. An estimated time can be filled in, such as 360 days. This will not be hindered from filling in this way.

Students studying in Canada, including high school learners or individuals who have lived in the country for 183 days, who hold a study visa (this provision also applies to holders of work visas), are deemed to be a Canadian resident and must fill in Part C when filling out the entry form.

FAQ: It is not possible to determine identity ownership by holding a Canadian passport or permanent resident status. It must be determined based on the degree of association between the individual and Canada. According to the official explanation, association refers to various connections between an individual and Canada, such as holding a Canadian passport or permanent resident status, including citizens or permanent resident; or having a Canadian bank account and legally reside in the country for more than half a year, that is, 183 days, which is applicable to work or study visa holders. For more information on association, please refer to the specified webpage link. It is important to note that

After completing your freshman year, you must complete the relevant forms, whether you return to Canada from home or return from a foreign trip to Canada.

Pay attention to tax exemption when returning to Canada again

2: Common contraband during customs declaration and consequences of violation of customs policies

The following items are written on the declaration card, which are prohibited from entering the country (the information added by the editor in the brackets):

Animal meat or animal meat products, dairy products, fruits (except some tropical fruits such as lychees), vegetables, seeds, nuts, plants and their components (such as buckwheat pillows), flowers, soil, trees and wooden items (including bamboo); birds; insects (all organisms).

There are actually some common contrabands that are not listed:

Foods such as egg products and bird's nests

Please refer to What Can I Take In Terms Of Food, , and Other Items for verification

When bringing prescription drugs into the country, it is necessary to verify that the drugs have formal certification documents. The drugs must be accompanied by formal packaging marks and usage guidelines, and at the same time, the official documents for prescription should be attached. If these materials are missing, you should bring a copy of the prescription sheet or a certified material issued by the doctor.

There are many cases of carrying contraband by customs, which are summarized as:

1. The contraband is slightly detained, and the circumstances are generally fined, and the circumstances are serious may be prosecuted.

After being included in the list of unpopular people, the information will be archived for seven years. Every time you return to China, you will be taken to a separate room for inquiries when entering the country, and the items need to be unboxed and inspected. Usually this process will last one to two hours.

Three: Take study when entering the pass

First, we need to distinguish between Visa and Study:

On the left is Visa, on the right is study

Visa represents entry permit, located on the left, indicating whether you have obtained Canadian entry qualification; study symbolizes learning authorization, located on the right, indicating whether the Canadian government allows you to study in the country.

The difference between the two is that a visa can only determine whether you can enter Canada, and the current longest temporary residence visa TRV is only available for a half-year period; studying abroad determines whether you can stay in Canada legally until you complete your studies.

In short, a visa only allows you to stay in Canada temporarily, and studying abroad is the key to ensuring that you can stay legally after graduation.

How to get Study

The Canadian embassy and consulate in China will not directly grant study permits. For students who are traveling to Canada for the first time, the government will only issue visa documents and provide study permit certificates, as shown in the picture

Official explanation: What is an ?

Relying on this letter and admission notice, students can receive a study-related material when entering the country (Canadian Customs).

Things to note when receiving the "big gift package":

The study time is not fixed for four years. The actual duration varies depending on the passport expiration date, and it will also be affected by the emotions of the staff.

If the travel document is still valid for four years, you should immediately apply for a four-year study abroad permit from the border inspector to avoid trouble in the future.

3. Actively provide of Study and Offer

4. Frequently asked questions from the staff of the collection office:

Where to come from, where to study, what major, and when to graduate...

These issues are very basic, and there is no need to panic, and they can be expressed naturally to ensure that the expression is clear and logically coherent.

When obtaining a study permit, all materials must be carefully checked, including name, gender, date of birth, etc. If the study permit is within the valid period, it can remain legally in Canada even if the visa expires. If the study permit is invalid or lost, it must be re-processed, otherwise it will constitute illegal residence. Teach everyone how to interpret the content of the study permit.

Q: If students are considered local residents, why do they have the same amount of duty-free cigarettes when they pass the customs? Shouldn’t it be calculated based on the price of items listed in Part C – of?

This is because tax-free cigarettes are not counted within the total amount, and for everyone, the number of tax-free cigarettes is the same, all of which are 200. For requirements for higher limits and specific instructions, please see What you can bring home to.

2. Q: If you are a resident, can the cash you bring in the entry to exceed 10,000 Canadian dollars?

In fact, whether guests or locals, the Canadian authorities do not restrict the amount of currency they carry. The specific provisions are found in the Crime (Money) Act. However, when entering or leaving the country, if the total value of the cash (or traveler's check) exceeded 100,000 Canadian dollars, the declaration procedures must be completed.

Q: Why is this happening? Why should we restrain ourselves? What adverse effects will be there if you don’t declare to carry too much cash?

The entry into force of the provision is due to the implementation of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, where huge amounts of cash may involve illegal income. For some well-known reasons, Canadian authorities continue to crack down on illegal money activities. If someone brings a lot of cash and fails to declare it, once it is verified and cannot produce a legal property certificate, the excess is very likely to be confiscated and face a high fine. For example, Chinese citizens mentioned in news reports have brought huge sums of money into the United States and Canada.

3. Q: What happens if the items are restricted from being carried into the country?

A: If you are found, you may be fined 1,300 Canadian dollars per item.

4. Q: If you want to bring some snacks to Canada, I don’t know which ones are OK and which ones are not OK?

Common prohibited foods include meat products, dairy products and dried fruits. If you are not sure whether you can bring them into the country, you can check the information on the carrying regulations of food, plants, etc., or call -800-835-4486 for consultation. If you are still unclear, be sure to report to the relevant personnel during the entry inspection and ask clearly!