What is a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)?

In response to a new international student cap imposed by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in January 2024, some international students wishing to study in Canada will now need a PAL in addition to a letter of acceptance (LOA) to apply for their study permits. This cap, which allows up to 360,000 approved study permits this year, is divided among Canada's provinces and territories based on their respective populations. The PAL is a method by which provinces verify that the acceptance of a specific international student fits within their respective allocation. Students must receive an LOA from their Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and a PAL from the province or territory where their DLI is located before applying for their study permits.

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