Canada has Launched SDS program for international students

Canada is the most famous, crowd pleasing and beloved country which makes it an attractive study abroad destination. It is also an affordable country comparative to other nations like the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. Last year more than 100,000 students from India have planned their higher studies for Canada because of Quality Education and globally recognized degrees. Local recruiters of Canada have given the name of more than 30 Canadian universities which are good for preparing graduates for workplace. Therefore, Canadian education is highly valuable for attaining job internationally.

IRCC has now introduced a new rule, SDS rule i.e. Study Direct Stream which will improve the efficiency of the study visa process for Vietnam, China, Philippines and India. It has completely replaced SPP rule in India and is said that this rule will quicken the processing speed of full-time study visas for the eligible students who have strong english proficiency. One of the financial institutions in Canada i.e. Scotia Bank will provide an opportunity to the eligible students to buy Guaranteed Investment Certificate which fulfill the financial requirements for SDS program. This new rule is better than the old rule which will financially help the weak students and remove their burden.

• SDS rule has gradually reduced processing time by improving the Visa processing System.
• Now less financial documents are required.
• It is expected that the program will provide training and support to the higher education institutes.
• Students need to submit the Guaranteed Investment Certificate as a proof of one year living expenses.
• For single applicant the GIC amount must be CAD$10,000.
• If a spouse is accompanying then the amount of GIC must be CAD$14,000.
• If a dependent child is accompanying then the additional amount of CAD$3,000 is required.