International Student Deposit Refund Request (Regular Studies Only)

Study Permit Refusal

Complete this form to request the refund approval of the $6,000 international student deposit (for Spring 2025 intake forward) due to a study permit refusal by IRCC.

Carefully read the following information prior to completing and submitting your international student deposit refund approval request.

Request form

"*" indicates required fields

The international student deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable. However, you may be eligible for a refund of your deposit if your study permit was refused by IRCC.

To be eligible for a refund due to a study permit refusal:

Your study permit or visa was refused by IRCC.
You must upload a pdf copy of the IRCC refusal letter.
The refusal letter must be submitted by the seventh day of classes of your admission term.
If you deferred your start date, the refusal letter must be dated after the you requested the deferral (if applicable).

It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of all rules, regulations and deadlines to complete course withdrawal and appeal procedures.

Withdrawal from Courses and Deferred Standing Policy
Registration Fee Payment and Refund Regulations
Registration and Records - Important Dates

Under normal circumstances, an international student deposit refund request will be reviewed within in 7 - 10 business days. You will be notified by ieappeals@langara.ca of the decision.

If you would like to submit an appeal for the returning student commitment fee refund based on graduation, suspension, or extenuating circumstances, please complete a student appeal request form and submit the form to appeals@langara.caalong with a letter of explanation and supporting documentation.

Confirmation*

By checking this box, you confirm that you have read and you understand the above information.

I have read and understand the above information.

Please proceed with the international student deposit refund request due to study permit refusal. Submissions through this form for any other reason will not be reviewed.

Student Nationality*

I am an international student.

I am a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.

You have indicated that you are a domestic student. The international student deposit does not apply to you.

Student Type*

Are you a Regular Studies (RS) or Continuing Studies (CS) student.
If you are not sure, please find your program listed in the above links.

I am a Regular Studies Student

I am a Continuing Studies Student

You have indicated you are a Continuing Studies student. This form is for Regular Studies students requesting a refund of the international student deposit due to study permit denial.

Please visit the the Refund & Deferral Policies for Continuing Studies Full-Time Programs webpage for information, instructions, and deadline on how to request a refund.

Request Type*

Are you requesting a refund of the international student deposit due to a study permit refusal?

Yes

No - I want to apply for a different type of appeal or a refund.

This form is for requesting a refund of the international student deposit due to study permit refusal for start terms after Spring (January) 2025. The study permit refusal letter date must be for the term you intended to begin. If you previously deferred your start date, the study permit letter date must be on or after your deferral request was submitted.

If you are requesting a refund of the balance in your student account, apart from the international student deposit, please visit Langara's Refund page..

Student Information Section

Student Information*

First Name (Given Name) Last Name (Family Name)

Your name should match your name on your passport.

Student Number*

Email*

We will use this to communicate with you. However, please note that information regarding the refund decision will only be sent out to an email address that is authorized in the system.

Study Permit Refusal Letter*

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 98 MB, Max. files: 2.

Please upload a PDF version of the study permit refusal letter you received from IRCC.

Langara College collects your personal information under the authority of the College and Institute Act [RSBC 1996, Chapter 52, Section 41.1] for the purpose of processing your appeal request, and in compliance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [RSBC 1996, Chapter 165, Section 33.1]. For questions about the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information, contact the Registrar & Enrolment Services at 604.323.5225.

Acknowledgement*

By checking the box below and submitting this international student deposit request for consideration, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information provided on this form and I certify all my statements and supporting documents are true and complete.

I have read and understand the above information.

I understand that by submitting this deposit refund request, I am withdrawing my program application to the college.

Student Name*

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