IRCC, Canada has launched the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program in India on 8th June 2018 to provide more eligible Indian students with the opportunity to study at a Canadian post-secondary institution (Universities and Polytechnics) and for the faster student visa application processing time. SDS (Student Direct Stream) is a student permit facilitation program which will offer faster and simpler visa processing to international students.
In order to be eligible for SDS Canada, students will need to:
No, Visa is not assured for any visa category. The SDS Canada visa category provides a streamlined student visa application process and faster processing times but you must have to fulfil all the requirements for a student visa.
All DLI (designated learning institute) are eligible under SDS Canada Category.
A DLI is an institute approved by a state / provincial / territorial government to train and host international students. If you plan to apply for Student Visa under SDS, make sure your college is on this list:http://bit.ly/2HMgN42
Not all DLIs make you eligible for the Post-Graduation Permit Program. The last column of DLI List is the “Offers PGWP-eligible programs”. If you want Post-graduation permit after Study, Choose the institute with YES in “Offers PGWP-eligible programs” column. you need to meet all other criteria to get a post-graduation permit.
YES. You can apply for your Student Visa under the SDS program. If however, Department find you are not eligible for the SDS program then they will process your application under the regular Student Visa requirements.
As per the requirements for the SDS program, TOEFL/PTE scores are not accepted as an eligibility criteria.
For SDS Student visa applications, the processing time will be 45 days or less. Processing time of Regular student visa application is 60 days.
Under SDS, one of the requirement is paying one year fees upfront. However, you can apply through the regular Student Visa application by paying less than 1-year fees.
We strongly advise that you submit your student visa application at least 3 months ahead of your intended date of travel to Canada. Student visa Applications under SDS received after 1 April for May entry, after 1 August for September entry, and after 1 December for January entry may not be processed in time for the start of the course and may be refused.
Yes. You can still apply for a Student Visa and will it be processed within the current 60 day service standard.
YES. Prospective international students are strongly encouraged to apply for your Student Visa application online to benefit from simpler and efficient processing and communication.
You can apply for your Student Visa here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application.html
According to IRCC guidelines, you will require approximately $10,000 CAD per year to cover your living expenses (Excluding tuition fees). This requirement can be met through the purchase of a participating GIC, and submitting proof of payment. Right now Scotiabank, ICICI Bank Canada, and SBI Canada Bank are the accepted Canadian financial institutions. Please visit their websites to learn more about their services for GIC:
Scotiabank: http://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/0%2C%2C5698%2C00.html
ICICI Bank Canada: http://www.icicibank.ca/personal/newcomers/overview.page
SBI Canada Bank: https://studentgic.sbicanada.com/
IRCC = Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada
You will be able to apply directly to the respective bank that issued your Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) for a full refund. You should contact your university / college for a refund of your tuition fees.
Go through below website links for more information on the same: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/student-direct-stream.html and
Our team has been trained rigorously to Guide overseas aspirants and assist them step by step as and when required.
One can contact us from anywhere in the world, Our office network is present in all across India and Canada always excited to be a part of your successful journey for overseas destination.
We are a team of Qualified and highly professional individuals, who has in-depth knowledge about Immigration process. We are always happy to assist you with nos of Visa options as per your profile.
We are one of the most trusted immigration consultant of the region.Our assets are our clients, who got visas and Guidance from us and referring other aspirants to Pioneer.
We can help people who are already in Canada and want to change the status or extend their stay in Canada.
Please call us on our Canada nos.or visit our Canada Branches.
Ravi Garg: Authorized/Recognized Immigration Consultant by SINP/Saskatchewan immigration Authorities
Who are extremely in love with our eco friendly system
I attended the Pioneers Education fair in Taj Hotel. I found this Seminar is very informative and then I visited their office. I felt their services and advice were beneficial for me to got the visa soon. I got my visa in just 7 days. I suggest everyone to visit Pioneers Immigration office. They are very honest and I am fully satisfied with their services.
My name is navdeep I am from patiala Punjab I completed my secondary education in the year 2017 than I decided to go my dream country Canada after that our family friend suggested me to come here in PIONEER IMMIGRATION. All team members are very supportive and their way of talk is good. I am very happy after getting my visa. THANK YOU TO ALL PIONEER TEAM.
Pioneer immigration was referred to me by my friend's . All the services rendered were excellent. I was very much impressed with the course that had suggested to me by the expert DR, Ravi Garg Sir, who is CICC member. The staff helped me with the rest of the formalities starting from document preparation to the visa filing. Thank you Pioneer Immigration.
I had heard a lot about the excellent reputation that Pioneer Immigration enjoys for its genuineness and transparency. It is this reputation that motivated me to get in touch with Pioneers team for filing my study visa application. I consider myself fortunate to have taken that decision and I am really happy to have got my study visa.
I have chosen Pioneers Immigration because my friend told me the speciality of their staff in study visa. So, then I visited their office in Chandigarh and liked the way in which they provide services to their students. I usually think I took a right decision by choosing Pioneers Immigration.
I am fully satisfied with the Pioneers Immigration, cooperative staff and helps me alot in getting my visa . I choose Fairleigh Dickinson University for Bachelor of Business Administration . Thanks Pioneers.
Join our community of friendly applicants who wait eagerly each week to receive updates regarding Canada visa and embassy rules. Absolutely free and you can unsubscribe any time.