Canada Ends SDS Fast-Track Visa
Canada’s suspension of the Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme marks significant changes for international students, particularly from India. Introduced in 2018, SDS offered expedited study permits with streamlined requirements. The programme’s cancellation is attributed to housing shortages, rising costs, and immigration policy reforms. Students will now face longer visa processing times under the regular stream, increasing application complexity. Managed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the shift aims to balance resources and ensure fairness. While this change addresses systemic issues, it creates challenges for aspiring students, universities, and Canada’s international education sector.
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