International Graduate Students FAQ

Applicants to graduate programs are exempt from these new changes and do not need an attestation letter.

If your activity as a visiting graduate student is to study (e.g. taking courses) for 6 months or longer, you will likely need a Provincial Attestation Letter.

If your activity as a visiting student is to research (e.g. participating in a research internship), you will need to consult McMaster’s Immigration Advising team at immigration@mcmaster.ca to determine your immigration needs.

In your email to the Immigration Advising Team, please provide the following information:

• Dates of your visit
• Your country of citizenship
• Your intended activity (e.g., research or taking courses)
• If you are conducting research, how your visit is funded (e.g., the name of your scholarship)