# Canada Visa
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship exists and qualifies Canadian and international students, including Turkish nationals, with a funding amount of $50,000 per year for three years.
Who Qualifies
Turkish nationals can qualify for various visa categories under Canada's Express Entry program, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class. To be eligible, applicants must meet the requirements for one of these programs, which include having relevant work experience, language proficiency, and education.
Scholarships
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
* Amount: $50,000 per year for three years
* Eligibility: Canadian and international students, including Turkish nationals, pursuing a PhD
* Deadline: November 1
* Official URL: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/scholarships/vanier.html
Ontario Trillium Scholarship
* Amount: $40,000 per year for four years
* Eligibility: International students, including Turkish nationals, pursuing a PhD
* Deadline: Varies by institution
* Official URL: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-trillium-scholarship
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
* Amount: $40,000 per year for three years
* Eligibility: Canadian and international students, including Turkish nationals, pursuing a PhD
* Deadline: December 21
* Official URL: https://www.trudeaufoundation.ca/en/programs/scholarships
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships
* Amount: $70,000 per year for two years
* Eligibility: Postdoctoral researchers, including Turkish nationals
* Deadline: October 1
* Official URL: https://www.banting.ukri.org/
Mitacs Globalink Research Award
* Amount: $6,000 to $15,000
* Eligibility: International students, including Turkish nationals, pursuing research in Canada
* Deadline: Varies by institution
* Official URL: https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/globalink/research-award
Application Steps
- Determine which visa category you are eligible for under the Express Entry program.
- Create an online profile and express your interest in immigrating to Canada.
- If selected, submit a complete application for permanent residence.
- Pay the required fees, including the application fee and biometrics fee.
- Submit supporting documents, including language test results and educational credentials.
- Undergo a medical examination and obtain a police certificate.
- Attend an interview with a Canadian immigration officer, if required.
- Receive a decision on your application and, if approved, obtain a permanent resident visa.
Documents Checklist
- Valid passport
- Language test results (e.g. IELTS or TOEFL)
- Educational credentials (e.g. diplomas and transcripts)
- Work experience documents (e.g. letters from previous employers)
- Police certificate
- Medical examination results
- Proof of funds
- Marriage certificate, if applicable
- Birth certificate, if applicable
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Express Entry program?
- How do I apply for a visa under the Express Entry program?
- What are the requirements for the Federal Skilled Worker Program?
- Can I apply for a Canada scholarships as a Turkish national?
- What is the difference between fully funded scholarships and partially funded scholarships?
- Are there PhD scholarships available for Turkish nationals in Canada?
- Can I apply for scholarships for refugees as a Turkish national?
- What is the DAAD scholarships program?
For more information, please visit the official government website: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html.
You can also check the official website of the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html.
Related Guides
For more information on scholarships and visa options, please visit our guides on scholarship deadlines, Canada scholarships, fully funded scholarships, and PhD scholarships. To learn more about visa options and scholarships, visit https://migrantscholar.vercel.app/blog.