Countries Reopening to International Students and African Scholars in 2021
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With over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic response, more countries are starting to reopen its borders. International students, African scholars included, are looking to study and enroll in foreign schools that offer not only safety protocols but an overall welcoming environment.
In this article, Scholarships for Africans has compiled some countries reopening to international students. These nations are considered to be frontiers of education. However, please do note that these places still come with their own set of travel regulations. It’s best to take your country of origin, health status, and travel history into account as you read this.
### **Which Countries Reopening to International Students Are Highly-Favored?**
For both parents and international students alike, safety in the middle of the pandemic is a priority. There are many factors that contribute to the security of any African Scholar and international student planning to study abroad. Some of them include student-friendly policies, anti-discriminatory practices, the quality of life in the said country, and its rank on the Global Peace Index, to name a few.
With these factors taken into consideration, here are some reopening countries approved by Scholarships for Africans.
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#### **Study in Canada**
Canada was one of the first major higher education hubs to reopen its borders. Since October 20 of last year, they have been issuing study permits. Students arriving are quarantined for 14 days before returning to their university.
In addition, Canada requires its schools to have a COVID-19 approved plan. International students and scholars now have an improved perception of Canada as a “safe and stable” country for higher education due to this quick action and support.
Overall, some students agree that the Canadian government’s handling of the pandemic had made studying in Canada more appealing.
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#### Study in France
Since July, France’s borders have been open to international students, scholars, and researchers. Meanwhile, visa processing resumed in August.
You can study abroad in France without restriction if you’re from a country in a green area, which includes member states of the European Union, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and the UK.
On the other hand, there are a few extra requirements if you’re from a red-area country, such as South Africa. These include: an exceptional international travel certificate, a sworn statement that you are free from COVID-19 symptoms, and a contact sheet providing your address in France.
For more information, check out the [travelling FAQs](https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/coming-to-france/coronavirus-advice-for-foreign-nationals-in-france/#sommaire_1) on the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs’ website.
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#### Study in the Netherlands
Consistently lauded for being a peaceful, friendly, and safe country, the Netherlands is a very popular study destination. [Certain non-EU citizens](https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/qas-travel-restrictions-for-the-netherlands) can freely enter the Netherlands, although the government has not fully lifted travel bans yet.
As the country gears to reopen gradually, it accepts entry of students and scholars, provided that they have a notification letter issued by the [Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND)](https://english.wegwijzermensenhandel.nl/Organisations/immigratieennaturalisatiedienstind.aspx#:~:text=The%20Immigration%20and%20Naturalisation%20Service,want%20to%20become%20Dutch%20citizens.) for study.
Universities in the Netherlands are famous for their programs in art, psychology, business management, and engineering. Compared to other reopening countries, the nation has a very low crime rate, low racial discrimination, high gender equality, and a very low unemployment rate.
### **How to Start Your African Scholar Journey**
With the rapidly-evolving outbreaks of COVID-19 variants, reopening countries are doing their best to be one step ahead. For more updates on international student travel, scholarships for Africans, and other related topics, visit our website regularly and follow us on all of our socials.
Be part of our growing African Scholar community here: **[Scholarships for Africans Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/8266068419)** & **[African Scholar Initiative](https://www.facebook.com/AfricanScholarInitiative) Facebook page**
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in France
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Countries Reopening to International Students and African Scholars in 2021?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to France for the duration of the programme.
Is the Countries Reopening to International Students and African Scholars in 2021 fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.