Do You Need a Bank Statement for Canada Visa If You Have a Scholarship

Do you need a bank statement for a Canada visa (study permit) if you already have a fully funded PhD scholarship? I checked the official IRCC and Québec government websites so you get the real answer, not assumptions. As a PhD student in Canada, I explain what IRCC actually accepts as proof of funds, how much money you need to show in 2026, and why even fully funded students are strongly advised to submit a bank statement. In this video: What IRCC accepts as proof of funds for a Canada study permit (scholarship, bank statements, GIC, education loan) Required funds outside Quebec: $23,448 CAD per year for a single applicant (from Sept 1, 2026) Quebec CAQ requirement: $24,617 CAD per year for one person, $49,234 for a family of four (from Jan 1, 2026) The IRCC line most people miss: a funding letter “must be accompanied by other documents showing proof of funds” A real story: a PhD student’s CAQ rejected twice for not showing funds for his family How a 6-month bank statement and family assets strengthen your ties to your home country The document checklist I recommend for scholarship holders Official sources: IRCC – Study permit, proof of financial support: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-... Québec – Costs related to studying in Québec: https://www.quebec.ca/en/education/st... Québec – Required documents for international students: https://www.quebec.ca/en/education/st... Rules and amounts change. Always check the official IRCC and Québec websites before applying. This video is general information, not immigration advice. For complex cases, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC). This channel is for students planning a fully funded PhD abroad. I cover PhD applications, scholarships, research publications and student life in Canada. Subscribe for more on fully funded PhDs, Canada study permits, and life as an international PhD student. #CanadaStudyPermit #PhDinCanada #StudyInCanada #phd