Study Permit
/ˈstʌdi pərˌmɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document issued by a governmental authority allowing a foreign national to study at an educational institution within that jurisdiction.
She applied for a study permit before enrolling in the university.
Forms
- study permit
- study permits
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Commentary
A study permit typically restricts activities to academic study and may require renewal; it differs from a visa, which grants entry permission.
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