Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges (SEED)
About this scholarship
The Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) programme is funded by Global Affairs Canada to bring students from ASEAN member states to Canadian institutions for short-term study or research exchanges. It is designed to strengthen ties between Canada and Southeast Asia and to support progress on sustainable development goals through education.
The award covers the costs of a short exchange of roughly four to six months: visa and travel costs to and from Canada, health insurance, a living allowance ranging from around 10,200 Canadian dollars for undergraduates to 15,900 for graduate and postdoctoral exchanges, a books and supplies allowance, and a one-time establishment allowance.
Eligibility is for citizens of an ASEAN member state who are enrolled at a recognised post-secondary institution in an ASEAN country, with specific conditions by level (college, undergraduate with at least one year completed, or graduate study). A key feature is that students cannot apply directly: you identify an existing exchange agreement between your home institution and a Canadian institution, and the Canadian host applies on your behalf through the EduCanada portal before the deadline. For students from Southeast Asia seeking funded study or research time in Canada, SEED is a valuable exchange opportunity.
Eligibility
- Citizen of an ASEAN member state (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam).
- Enrolled at a recognised post-secondary institution in an ASEAN country.
- College exchanges: enrolled in a college or technical institute.
- Undergraduate exchanges: completed at least one year of study.
- Graduate exchanges: enrolled in a master's or PhD programme.
Benefits & Coverage
- Visa and travel costs to and from Canada.
- Health insurance for the duration of the exchange.
- Living allowance of CAD 10,200 (undergraduate) to 15,900 (graduate or postdoc).
- Books and supplies allowance.
- One-time establishment allowance.
Required Documents
- Nomination by a Canadian institution.
- Academic transcripts.
- Letter of enrollment from your home institution.
- Study or research plan.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Passport copy.
- English or French language proficiency proof.
- Letter of support from your home institution.
How to Apply
- Note that students cannot apply directly.
- Identify an existing collaboration or exchange agreement between your home institution and a Canadian institution.
- The Canadian host institution applies online on your behalf via the EduCanada portal before the deadline (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Living allowance of CAD 10,200 to 15,900; Visa, travel, insurance, and establishment allowance.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Exchange (Undergrad to PhD).
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is March 1, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Citizen of an ASEAN member state (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam); Enrolled at a recognised post-secondary institution in an ASEAN country; College exchanges: enrolled in a college or technical institute; Undergrad… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
