Study in Canada from Brazil: TRV or eTA? We Confirm Before You Apply
USCA Academy is a private international high school in Mississauga, Ontario, 1.2 km from the University of Toronto Mississauga. Most Brazilian citizens need a full visitor visa, not the quicker eTA, alongside their study permit. We explain which one applies to your family and handle both alongside your application.
how does a student from Brazil study in Canada?
A student from Brazil needs a Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution and a study permit through IRCC. Most Brazilian citizens also need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to travel, unless they have held a Canadian visa in the past 10 years or currently hold a valid US visa, in which case an eTA is enough for air travel. USCA Academy is a licensed DLI and Ontario Ministry inspected private school (BSID #881623). We confirm which travel document applies to your situation before you book anything, then guide the study permit application alongside it.
TRV vs eTA: The Visa Detail That Trips Up Most Brazilian Families
Brazil sits in an unusual middle category for Canadian entry. Citizens of most countries either need a full visitor visa or qualify for the quick, online eTA. Brazil is one of a small group where it depends: if you have held a Canadian visa in the last ten years, or currently hold a valid US non-immigrant visa, you can apply for an eTA instead of a full Temporary Resident Visa. If neither applies, a full TRV is required, which takes longer and asks for more documentation than an eTA.
We see families discover this halfway through planning, after assuming the eTA process everyone talks about online applies to them. Getting this sorted early, alongside the study permit rather than after it, is one of the most useful things our admissions team does for Brazilian applicants.
TRV or eTA, confirmed early
We check your travel history against the eTA conditions before you apply, so you’re not caught applying for the wrong document weeks before your intake.
A direct flight home
São Paulo to Toronto runs as a daily nonstop flight with Air Canada, about 10 hours, so trips home for school breaks are straightforward to plan.
Budgeting in a stable currency
Tuition is billed in Canadian dollars at a fixed annual rate, which many Brazilian families find easier to plan around than costs tied to the real.
99%
University acceptance rate for USCA Academy graduates, including students who arrived on a full Temporary Resident Visa.
A Campus Ready for the Move From Brazil
- Located in Mississauga's Square One area, 1.2 km from University of Toronto Mississauga
- Class sizes of 5 to 15 students, so a student new to English immersion gets real attention
- On-campus boarding or Canadian homestay, both supervised and vetted for international students
- Airport pickup service coordinated for arrivals from São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro
- Four intakes a year (September, November, February, April, July), which gives room if a visa application takes longer than expected
What We Take Care Of, From São Paulo to Graduation
Before You Arrive
- Official Letter of Acceptance for your study permit application
- Confirmation of whether you need a full TRV or qualify for an eTA, and guidance through whichever applies
- Guidance through IRCC's study permit process, including the Provincial Attestation Letter most applicants now need
- Boarding or homestay placement arranged before departure
- Airport pickup on arrival in Toronto
During Your Studies
- ESL coursework alongside core subjects for students who need it
- Small classes with teachers who track each student's progress individually
- 24/7 supervision and safety on campus
- Cultural integration activities and a student body from 100+ countries
For University Applications
- OUAC application guidance, essays, and deadline tracking
- Scholarship application support
- Program and university selection counseling based on OSSD subject choices
Seats for Each Intake Are Limited
Talk to our admissions team about your child’s transcript, English level, and which travel document applies to your family, before spots for September fill up.
Study Permit and Visa Basics for Students Coming From Brazil (2026)
Brazil is one of a small number of countries where the entry document depends on individual travel history. Confirming this early avoids a late scramble to switch from an eTA application to a full visa application, which can cost weeks.
What you need
- Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (USCA Academy is a licensed DLI)
- Either a Temporary Resident Visa or, if eligible, an eTA for air travel, confirmed against your travel history
- A Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), required for most study permit applicants since the introduction of Canada's international student cap
- Proof of funds of at least CAD 22,895 for one year of living costs outside Quebec, on top of first-year tuition
Good to know
- Holding a valid US visa or a Canadian visa from the last 10 years is what qualifies a Brazilian applicant for the faster eTA route
- Travelling by land, bus, or boat always requires a full visa, even for eTA-eligible applicants arriving by air on other trips
- English testing is not always mandatory; our team confirms current requirements for your grade and program
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
Program |
Cost |
Included |
|---|---|---|
High School (Grades 9-12) |
$16,800 CAD/Year |
Tuition, textbooks, ESL support, university guidance |
Boarding |
Available at additional cost |
On-campus supervised housing |
Homestay |
Available at additional cost |
Vetted Canadian host family |
Insurance |
Available at additional cost |
International student health coverage |
Find Out Which Visa Applies to Your Family
A short conversation now can save weeks of delay later. Let’s confirm your travel document before you start the study permit. If a student’s study visa is not approved, they can continue their studies through our online program at the same tuition rate.
Who Can Apply
- International students ages 13 to 18 (Grades 9 to 12)
- Middle school graduates in Brazil ready to start high school in Canada
- Current high school students in Brazil transferring mid-program
- Students switching from the Brazilian national curriculum to the Canadian OSSD
- Mature students ages 19 to 22 for the university prep program
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your travel history. If you’ve held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years or hold a valid US non-immigrant visa, you can apply for an eTA. Otherwise you need a full Temporary Resident Visa. Our study permit guide covers how this fits alongside your study permit application.
The eTA only covers air travel for eligible applicants. Travelling by land, bus, or boat always requires a full visa, regardless of eligibility for the eTA route.
Current IRCC rules require proof of at least CAD 22,895 for one year of living costs, on top of tuition. See our proof of funds guide for the full breakdown.
Not always. Many students are admitted based on an English level assessment, with support included through our ESL program where needed.
Students choose supervised on-campus boarding or a vetted Canadian homestay family. See our boarding and homestay options for details.
99% of USCA Academy graduates go on to Canadian universities. Our team provides one-on-one guidance through the OUAC application, essays, and scholarship process.
How Our Program Works
School Year & Hours
September to June, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Location
Unit 2, 977 Pantera Dr, Mississauga, ON L4W 2W6, a 10-minute walk from Square One Shopping Centre.
What to Expect
- Daily instruction in core subjects, with a transcript review to confirm credit placement in the first week
- Weekly specialist classes (French, Art, Music, PE)
- Regular field trips and experiential learning
- Parent-teacher communication and progress reports
Your Canadian Education Starts Here
Get a free eligibility assessment and find out which travel document and intake date fit your family from Brazil.
- +1 (905) 232-0411 | info@uscaacademy.com