New Visa Rules: Massive Blow to Indian Students
Justin Trudeau dealt indian students a severe blow when canada terminated the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program with immediate effect, amid escalating tensions between india and Canada. Since its launch in 2018, the SDS program has facilitated the speedy acquisition of visas and study permits for students from 14 nations, including India. While the standard procedure used to take months, it allowed students to receive their permits in a matter of weeks.
The government has now tightened regulations for the Post-Graduation Work Permit and established a cap of 437,000 new study permits for 2025. Spouses will also have to wait longer and have fewer work licenses. For indian students wishing to study in the North American nation, this has increased the level of uncertainty. Experts advise students to begin their visa applications considerably early for this reason.
The discontinuation of the program is part of Canada's ongoing strategy to limit the number of foreign students due to the strain on housing and resources in the nation. But it also coincides with a recent deterioration in India-Canada diplomatic ties. It may make these tensions worse since millions of prospective students are unsure.
The government has now tightened regulations for the Post-Graduation Work Permit and established a cap of 437,000 new study permits for 2025. Spouses will also have to wait longer and have fewer work licenses. For indian students wishing to study in the North American nation, this has increased the level of uncertainty. Experts advise students to begin their visa applications considerably early for this reason.
The discontinuation of the program is part of Canada's ongoing strategy to limit the number of foreign students due to the strain on housing and resources in the nation. But it also coincides with a recent deterioration in India-Canada diplomatic ties. It may make these tensions worse since millions of prospective students are unsure.