You must show that you can pay for:

  • Your tuition
  • Your living expenses
  • Each dependent’s living expenses
  • Return travel for all members

Approximate minimum living expense requirements (per year)

Family Member

CAD (approx)

INR (approx)

Student

CAD 20,000

₹12.4–12.6 lakh

Spouse/Partner

CAD 6,500

₹4–4.1 lakh

First child

CAD 4,000

₹2.5 lakh

Each additional child

CAD 3,000

₹1.9 lakh

Tuition + Living Example (India-based student)

If your tuition is CAD 18,000 per year (~₹11.2 lakh) AND you bring a spouse + 1 child:

  • Tuition: CAD 18,000 (₹11.2 lakh)
  • Living (student): CAD 20,000 (₹12.5 lakh)
  • Spouse: CAD 6,500 (₹4 lakh)
  • Child: CAD 4,000 (₹2.5 lakh)

Total Proof Required:
CAD 48,500 → approx ₹30–31 lakh