Obtaining a Study Permit Under Tight Time Constraints with Less Than Two Months Remaining on the PAL for Studying in Manitoba｜Ms. K
Date Posted:July 28, 2026
Last Updated:September 2, 2026
The quality of the service was excellent, and the fees were reasonable. The staff member in charge was also very kind and helpful.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Study Permit
Occupation / Job Title
None
Visa Status Before Application
None
Residence at the Time of Application
Japan
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Less than 1 month
Customer Comments and Testimonials
This case involved a client who decided to study in Manitoba after considering factors such as cost, English-language requirements, and the province’s abundant natural environment.
Because the client received their school acceptance in November, they had less than two months remaining on the validity of their Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) and needed to gather all the necessary documents for their study permit within a very limited timeframe.
Despite the considerable anxiety and pressure caused by the approaching deadline, the client successfully obtained their study permit within the PAL validity period through the consulting and accurate application representation provided by Shiraishi Visa JP Canada.
Why did you decide to move to Canada?
Compared with the United States and the United Kingdom, Canada allowed me to keep the cost of studying abroad relatively low. In some regions, the English-language requirements are also less demanding, so I decided to study in Canada.
I also felt that I would be able to adapt well to Canada because of its abundant natural environment, as I am originally from a rural area of Japan. For that reason, I chose Manitoba as my study destination because it is a relatively less densely populated province.
Why did you decide to use Shiraishi Visa JP Canada’s services?
The deciding factor was that they regularly share visa-related news on YouTube, and I felt that the quality of their information was very high.
What was the most memorable part of the application process?
I asked Shiraishi Visa JP Canada to assist me with obtaining my study permit. Since I received my acceptance letter from the school in November, I had less than two months remaining on my PAL and had to gather all the necessary documents within that limited timeframe.
I was also not confident in my English, so I was feeling quite anxious. They handled the visa application on my behalf, and I was very relieved to successfully obtain my study permit!
How was your experience using Shiraishi Visa JP Canada’s services?
The quality of the service was excellent, and the fees were reasonable. The staff member in charge was also very kind and helpful.
Of course, if I have any visa-related concerns in the future, they will be the first people I consult.
What are your plans for your life in Canada, and what message would you give to those considering coming to Canada?
Canada is a very popular destination for international students, and some of your friends or family members may already have experience studying abroad there.
However, the documents and requirements can vary depending on when you apply. Therefore, I would recommend consulting with a professional when applying for a visa.
Additional Comments
I sincerely wish Shiraishi Visa JP Canada continued growth and success.
At the time K contacted us to request application representation, there were still several months before the start of their studies in Canada. However, because the province’s Attestation Letter (PAL) was subject to a fixed validity period, the application needed to be submitted by the end of December 2025. Thanks to K’s prompt cooperation in providing the required documents, we were able to complete the online application before the PAL expired. K also completed the subsequent biometric procedure (fingerprinting) promptly, which helped lead to approval within one month. We wish K all the best in their new life in Canada!
Immigration Consultant
Yumiko Sakurai
Born in Japan. Worked in tour planning and led international tours at a major travel agency, visiting dozens of countries. After immigrating to Canada in 2003, she worked at a software company in Montreal focusing on the Japanese market. She studied Immigration Consulting at Vanier College and became a licensed immigration consultant. Wanting to support the Japanese community more actively, she relocated to Vancouver where she currently resides and works.
