- Immigration advising
Our Immigration practitioners (Immigration Specialists and International Student Advisers) can assist with new applications and extension of Study Permit, Post-Graduate Work Permits, and Co-op Work Permits, as well as confirming work eligibility.
- Settlement advising
Our Settlement advisers provide information and support for international students adjusting to life in Victoria and Canada. They can advise students on housing, healthcare, family resources, banking and more. They also support students in navigating the transition to UVic and by facilitating connections to resources on campus and in the community.
How to access drop-in advising
Students meet with an adviser on a first-come, first-served basis via Microsoft Teams, phone or in person. To meet with an immigration practitioner or settlement adviser for a short, same-day appointment, students can:
- Phone us at +1-250-721-6361 starting at 1:30 p.m. (Pacific Time) for virtual appointments (phone or video)
- Visit the International Centre for Students (Jamie Cassels Centre, room B202d) starting at 1:30 p.m. (Pacific Time) for in-person appointments or to collect more information