Our Location
Royal Pacific Institute is conveniently located at:
Unit 100, 3491 Saanich Road, Victoria, BC, Canada V8X 1W8
Our campus is situated in the heart of Greater Victoria, close to shopping centers, restaurants, public transportation, and community facilities, providing an ideal environment for both study and daily living.
How to Travel to Victoria
There are two main ways to reach Victoria, British Columbia:
1. Landing Directly at Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
- Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is located approximately 25 minutes by car from Royal Pacific Institute.
- It mainly serves domestic flights from major Canadian cities such as Vancouver, Toronto, and Calgary.
Important:
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) does not have immigration services to issue Study Permits. You cannot complete your first-time immigration entry at Victoria Airport.
If you are arriving in Canada for the first time as an international student, you must enter through an international airport with a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) immigration office, such as Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
2. Landing at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Continuing to Victoria
- If you land at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), you must first complete immigration clearance and obtain your Study Permit at YVR.
- After immigration, you can travel to Victoria by:
- Taking a domestic connecting flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ); or
- Taking ferry from Vancouver to Victoria.
BC Ferries operate regular ferry services between Tsawwassen Terminal (Vancouver) and Swartz Bay Terminal (Victoria).
Important:
Always ensure that you have obtained your Study Permit at Vancouver International Airport before proceeding to Victoria. Failure to do so could result in serious immigration complications.
Transportation Options in Victoria
- Public Bus:
Victoria has an extensive BC Transit bus system covering the entire city and surrounding areas. Students can purchase monthly bus passes or individual tickets. - Taxis and Ride-Share:
Taxis and services such as Uber (limited) are available. - Cycling and Walking:
Victoria is a bike-friendly city with designated bike lanes and pedestrian paths. Many students find it convenient to bike or walk to campus.