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Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot
(FMCSP)
Who can apply
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible for the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP), you must meet the following criteria:
- be a citizen of an eligible country
- have a letter of acceptance from a participating designated learning institution (DLI) that says you’re applying under the FMCSP
- Your study program must meet the requirements of the pilot.
- have enough money to pay for
- your tuition fees
- living expenses for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada
- live outside of Canada when you apply
- get a medical exam (if you need one)
- get a police certificate (if you need one)
- be able to prove that your French speaking, listening, reading and writing skills are at a level 5 or higher in the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) scale
Depending on where you’re applying from, you may also need to provide other documents.
Eligible countries of citizenship to apply for the FMCSP
To be eligible, you must be a citizen of one of the following countries that are members of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie in Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.
The Following Country are in this program:
- Bénin. Burkina Faso. Burundi. Cabo Verde. Cameroon. Central African Republic. Chad. Comoros. Côte d'Ivoire. Democratic Republic of the Congo. Dominica. Republic of the Congo. Djibouti. Egypt. Equatorial Guinea. Gabon. Guinea. Guinea-Bissau. Haïti. Lebanon. Madagascar. Mali. Mauritania. Mauritius. Morocco. Niger. Rwanda. Saint Lucia. São Tomé and Principe. Senegal. Seychelles. Togo. Tunisia.
Requirements for your study program
You must have a letter of acceptance from a participating DLI that says you’re applying under the FMCSP. Your study program must meet the following criteria:
- be at the post-secondary level
- be full-time
- be 2 years of study or more
- lead to a degree or diploma
- have French as the primary language of instruction (over 50% of the classes are taught in French)
Bringing your family members with you to Canada
You may be able to bring your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children with you to Canada. They may be eligible for
They must
- submit their application through their IRCC secure account, even if they apply at a different time, and
- provide proof that you’re applying under the FMCSP. For example:
- the letter of acceptance from a participating DLI that says you’re applying under the FMCSP, or
- your study permit that says you’ve applied under the FMCSP
Provincial attestation letter or territorial attestation letter
You don’t need a provincial attestation letter (PAL) or a territorial attestation letter (TAL) when applying for a study permit through this pilot.
Proof of financial support
You can prove that you have enough money to meet the financial requirement with any combination of the following documents:
- proof of a your home country bank statement or Canadian bank account in your name, if you’ve transferred money to Canada
- a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) from a participating Canadian financial institution
- proof of a student or education loan from a bank
- your bank statements for the past 4 months
- a bank draft that can be converted to Canadian dollars
- proof you paid tuition and housing fees if you plan to live on campus
- a letter from the person or school giving you money or
- proof of funding paid from within Canada, if you have a scholarship or are in a Canadian-funded educational program
The amount of money you need to have, in addition to your first year of tuition and travel costs, depends on the size of the community where the main campus of your school is located.
If your country uses foreign exchange controls, you must prove that you’ll be allowed to export funds for all of your expenses.
Language
You must be able to prove that your French speaking, listening, reading and writing skills are at a level 5 or higher or in the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens scale.
- You can take either of these approved language tests:
When you apply, make sure you
- select “I am an applicant who meets another exception listed on the IRCC website” when asked “which exception do you qualify for?”
Path to permanent residence after graduation on this program of FMCSP
You may be eligible for permanent residence (along with your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children) after you graduate if you meet the following criteria:
- you are a resident of Canada (outside Quebec)
- you have a valid temporary resident status when you apply
- you have received an eligible degree or diploma while participating in the FMCSP
Additional criteria may be required.
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🔹 Why This Happens
- High demand: Many applicants try to book at the same time.
- Limited slots: VFS can only process a certain number of appointments per day.
- Slot release schedule: New slots are released at regular intervals, sometimes daily or weekly.
🔹 What You Can Do
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Check Regularly
- Visit the VFS portal frequently, ideally multiple times a day.
- Some applicants succeed by checking early in the morning or late at night when slots are updated.
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Use a Desktop and Different Browsers
- Desktop browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) are more reliable than mobile devices.
- Sometimes using a different browser can make the slot display properly.
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Avoid VPNs or Proxy Connections
- These can interfere with slot availability.
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Set Alerts (Optional)
- Use browser extensions or scripts to notify you when new slots are available.
- Some applicants have used this method to secure appointments faster.
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Contact VFS Kigali Directly
- Phone: +250 788 191 900 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–3 PM)
- Email: info.frrw@vfshelpline.com
- Ask them for guidance or the next expected slot release.
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Plan Early
- If you have a travel date, try booking as early as possible.
- Keep all required documents ready so that once you get a slot, you can complete the appointment immediately.
World Way Hub announce:
FIFA World Cup 2026 Volunteer Applications Now Open
FIFA has launched the volunteer application process for the 2026 World Cup, set to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Approximately 65,000 volunteers are needed to support various roles during the tournament
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
- Proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Commitment to at least eight shifts between June 11 and July 19, 2026.
- Ability to attend pre-event training sessions.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Volunteer Benefits:
- Official FIFA World Cup 26™ volunteer uniform.
- Meals and refreshments during shifts.
- Exclusive rewards and recognition items.
- Skills-based learning opportunities.
- Certificate of participation.
Applications are open until September 2025. Interested individuals can apply and find more information at fifaworldcup.com/volunteers.
Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP)
Canada has introduced the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) to attract international French-speaking students to study outside Quebec. The program supports students’ integration and offers pathways to permanent residency.
Key Points:
- Open to francophone students accepted into designated post-secondary institutions.
- Programs must be at least 50% in French.
- Spouses or partners may apply for an open work permit.
- Students receive settlement support and may qualify for permanent residency after graduation.