Studying abroad is a valuable and unforgettable experience that provides unique opportunities for personal growth and academic advancement. However, Iranian students in Canada, in addition to academic challenges, also face administrative and consular issues, one of the most important of which is renewing or obtaining a passport.
The good news is that Iranian students in Canada can benefit from the advantages of a student passport. This type of passport, in addition to facilitating travel to Iran and other countries, provides special opportunities for students. In this article, we will examine the conditions and benefits of a student passport and a complete guide for Iranian students in Canada.
What is a student passport?
A student passport is a type of Iranian passport that is granted to students studying at universities and higher education institutions abroad. This passport, like a regular passport, is used to travel to different countries and prove Iranian identity, but it has special advantages and conditions that distinguish it from a regular passport.
Conditions for obtaining a student passport
Having Iranian citizenship: The applicant must be an Iranian citizen.
Studying: The applicant must be studying at a university or higher education institution abroad, at the bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral level.
Having an approved educational file in the Mikhak system: Students must register and approve their educational file in the Mikhak system of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Providing a certificate of enrollment: The applicant must provide a certificate of enrollment in their current semester from the university where they are studying.
Payment of fees: The fees related to the issuance of a student passport must be paid (although in some cases, a student passport is issued free of charge).
Benefits of a student passport
Free: If the student has an approved educational file in Mikhak and provides a certificate of enrollment in their current semester, a student passport is issued free of charge for him and his family.
Facilitating travel to Iran: A student passport makes it easier for students and their families to travel to Iran.
Possibility of using consular services: Students with a student passport can benefit from Iranian consular services in Canada and other countries.
Exemption from some laws: In some cases, students with a student passport are exempt from some laws and regulations related to a regular passport.
Important points
The student passport is only issued with the place of residence in Iran.
To create an educational file in the Mikhak system, visit the Mikhak website and read the relevant guide.
If you need more information about a student passport, contact the Iranian embassy or consulate in Canada.
Guide to obtaining a student passport in Canada
Register in the Mikhak system: First, register in the Mikhak system and create your educational file.
Confirm educational documents: Upload your educational documents in the Mikhak system and wait for their approval.
Apply for a student passport: After confirming the documents, register your student passport application in the Mikhak system.
Provide a certificate of enrollment: Obtain a certificate of enrollment in your current semester from the university where you are studying and upload it in the Mikhak system.
Pay the fees: Pay the fees related to the issuance of the passport (if necessary).
Receive the passport: After completing the above steps, your student passport will be issued and sent to you.
By having a student passport, you can continue your studies and life in Canada with peace of mind and enjoy your travels to Iran and other countries.
