Canada abruptly ends fast-track student permit visa program

Canada ends fast processing of international student visas
Canada has announced the immediate termination of the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, impacting international students’ study permit processing times. The move aims to enhance program integrity and ensure fair access for all applicants.
Canada shuts down fast-track visa application process for international students
The Canadian government on Friday ended its Student Direct Stream scheme, which was a fast-track study permit process that helped international students secure visas quickly. The link to the scheme on the Government of Canada website said that it was closed and that the last day to apply was November 8.
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