Skip to main content

IRCC announced a new update for Student Direct Stream applications

 

IRCC announced a new update for Student Direct Stream applications

IRCC announced a new update for Student direct-stream applications

On August 30, 2023, the Canadian Government updated the eligibility requirements for the Student Direct Stream (SDS) language test results. The new requirements align with the Ministerial Instructions effective August 10, 2023. 


The Government will accept additional academic tests from designated organizations and another test from a non-designated organization. 


The update clarifies that banks may disburse the remaining funds of a guaranteed investment certificate (GIC) in any accepted arrangement with an applicant after the initial disbursement upon arrival in Canada. Although the Government recommended disbursing GIC funds in monthly or bimonthly installments, this does not affect an applicant's SDS eligibility.


What are the criteria for a guaranteed investment certificate (GIC)? 


The GIC must fulfill the following requirements:


  • The bank gives the applicant a letter of attestation, the GIC certificate, the confirmation of the investment directions, or the confirmation of the investment balance after the GIC has been purchased.

  • The applicant cannot access the funds until they arrive in Canada because the bank has an inaccessible investment account or a student account.

  • Before delivering funds to the recipient of a study permit, the bank must verify the client's identification upon admission into Canada.

  • After the bank has confirmed the applicant's identification, they are given their first disbursement. It is advised that the remaining money be distributed over a period of 10 to 12 months in monthly or biweekly installments.


To get started, anybody interested in studying internationally in Canada is invited to take a free assessment. 


What is the Canada Student Direct Stream? 


You could be able to get your study permit through the Student Direct Stream (SDS) easier depending on where you live. The majority of SDS applications are processed in 20 calendar days or less. Some applications, though, can take longer.


  • You must provide your biometrics as soon as possible, and 

  • complete all qualifying conditions in order to receive quicker processing.


A study permit isn't the same as a visa and does not entitle you to travel to or enter Canada on its own. You could additionally require an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa. If you do, your study permit will be granted along with your eTA or visit visa. 


Canada Lnauches Modernized Student Visa Program


Which Countries are eligible for Student Direct Stream?


For those seeking to apply to study in Canada at a postsecondary designated learning institution (DLI), the Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a system that speeds up the study permit application process. Legal residents who live in the following countries may use the SDS:

  • Antigua and Barbuda

  • Brazil

  • China

  • Colombia

  • Costa Rica

  • India

  • Morocco

  • Pakistan

  • Peru

  • Philippines

  • Senegal

  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

  • Trinidad and Tobago

  • Vietnam


Join our RSS Feed 


Want to know more details about “IRCC announced a new update for Student Direct Stream applications” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.




Tel: (416) 604-2669 

Email: info@immigrationmatters.info


Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.



For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts

at Gunness & Associates



Get a free Assessment 


Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here




All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates


Labels:
Location: 3500 Dufferin St Suite 501, Toronto, ON M3K 1N2, Canada

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

IRCC will continue to hold virtual citizenship ceremonies

IRCC will continue to hold virtual citizenship ceremonies According to the Government of Canada’s response to the petition on citizenship ceremonies, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is considering an online tool for self- administered Oath of Citizenship . The analysis is underway, considering client experience, process integrity, and preserving the importance of citizenship ceremonies.  Video ceremonies introduced in 2020 due to COVID-19 have helped reduce processing times and increased monthly oath-taking. These allow participation from rural areas and accommodate larger groups. Between January and September 2023, 276,540 new citizens were made, exceeding pre-COVID levels. Ceremonies are scheduled considering operational demands, official availability, and venue suitability. IRCC is working towards a 12-month service standard for granting citizenship. If you are applying for citizenship, you must be a permanent resident (PR) in Canada, regardless of your age. ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Immigrant earnings have increased greater than Canadian earnings

Immigrant earnings have increased greater than Canadian earnings In a groundbreaking analysis conducted for the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer of Canada, it has been revealed that immigrants are experiencing a remarkable surge in earnings, outstripping the income growth of native Canadians. The report highlights a significant shift in economic dynamics, where immigrants are swiftly closing the income gap and even surpassing the earnings of their Canadian counterparts. Between the years 2014 and 2018, immigrants witnessed a remarkable surge in their relative income, soaring from 55% to an impressive 78% when compared to all Canadian tax filers. This exponential growth trend was particularly pronounced among immigrants originating from Asian countries, as well as those possessing higher educational qualifications in professional occupations. A key driving force behind this meteoric rise in immigrant incomes is attributed to pre-existing family networks and prior work experien...
Post a Comment
Read more

Canada holds its position as one of the world's most powerful passports in 2024

Canada holds its position as one of the world's most powerful passports in 2024 In 2024, Canada's passport, although trailing the US, remains powerful, according to the Passport Index. Ranking seventh globally, it shares this position with countries like Australia and Estonia. Assessed on visa-free and visa-on-arrival privileges, Canada's Mobility Score is 173, with visa-free access to 124 countries and visa-on-arrival for 49. However, Canadians require visas for 25 countries, including China and Russia.  The US and the UK ranked higher, while the UAE led with a score of 180. European countries largely hold the top ranks. The Canadian passport gained an outstanding overall mobility score, proving the freedom it provides to its holders, based on the immense amount of mobility it provides. Based on the following criteria: Visa-free, Visa-on-arrival, Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), and eVisa issued within 3 days—this score is an average of those variables. 117 countries...
Post a Comment
Read more