The preferred payment process for an international student to pay their student fees from outside of Canada is through Western Union's GlobalPay for Students. This option allows you to pay your student fees in the currency of your choice in an efficient and inexpensive manner.
Please note that this payment option is not available to students who would like to pay from a Canadian dollar bank account.
You will need your application ID number from the English Language Institute. When you submit an application form, we will email you your application ID number. If you did not receive one, please contact eli@uwaterloo.ca
Step by Step Instructions
For detailed step-by-step instructions, please see the Western Union GlobalPay for Students (PDF) information sheet.
Step 1: Student Verification
Navigate to the GlobalPay for Students website and enter your details.
Step 2: Select Payment Option
Select items you wish to pay for then select the payment option. Due to banking regulations, not all currencies are available. If your home currency isn't offered, you can pay in another currency such as U.S. Dollars.
Step 3: Enter Payment Details
Enter the details of the person making the payment and select the language you would like to receive the payment instructions in.
Note: You may need to temporarily allow pop-ups on your computer in order to view the payment instructions.
Step 4: Obtain Payment Instructions
Print your payment instructions and complete your payment at your bank or with online banking using the printed instructions.
If you are unable to make a payment using GlobalPay for Students, please email Brenda Doyle, Accounting Manager, for assistance.