Compress PDF for Canada Study Permit Application

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Applying for a Canadian study permit through IRCC requires uploading transcripts, acceptance letters, proof of funds, and more — each under 4MB. This tool compresses them all without affecting readability.

Official Requirements

Max per document
4 MB
Format
PDF
Language
English or French (or certified translation)

Pro Tip: University transcripts and financial statements often scan at high DPI and balloon to 10–20MB. Use Balanced compression — it typically reduces these to 1–2MB while keeping all details legible.

How It Works

1

Upload your document

Upload transcripts, acceptance letters, financial statements, or language test results.

2

Select Balanced compression

Keeps text and stamps fully readable while reducing file size.

3

Compress

File size drops to well within IRCC's 4MB limit.

4

Download & attach to application

Upload directly to your IRCC online study permit application.

Who Uses This

University & College Acceptance Letters

Compress your DLI-issued acceptance letter before uploading to the study permit application.

Academic Transcripts

High-resolution official transcripts often exceed 4MB. Compress while keeping grades legible.

Proof of Financial Support

Bank statements and GIC certificates scanned at high resolution need compression before IRCC upload.

IELTS / TOEFL Score Reports

Compress language proficiency certificates to keep them within the document size limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents do I need to upload for a Canada study permit?+
Typically: acceptance letter from a DLI, proof of financial support, passport, passport-size photos, and language test results. Each must be under 4MB.
Can I compress a certified translation for IRCC?+
Yes. Certified translations in PDF format can be compressed — use Balanced compression to preserve the certification stamp.
What if my bank statement is over 4MB?+
Use Balanced compression first. If still over 4MB, try breaking the multi-page statement into two separate PDFs.
How do I check my compressed file size?+
After compression, the tool shows the original and new file size with the percentage reduction.
Is this safe for sensitive financial documents?+
Yes. Processing is done entirely in your browser. No file is sent to or stored on our servers.

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