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Canada Study Permits

Student Direct Stream (SDS) — Expedited Study Permit Processing

Complete key requirements upfront and target 20-business-day Canadian study permit processing.

The SDS is IRCC's accelerated study permit pathway for nationals of specific countries. By front-loading a qualifying language test, GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate), and upfront medical exam, the SDS targets 20-business-day processing — dramatically faster than standard timelines.

Who this is for

Citizens of eligible countries — India, China, Philippines, Pakistan, Morocco, Senegal, Vietnam, Antigua & Barbuda, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, and Trinidad & Tobago — accepted at a Canadian DLI.

Key Requirements

RequirementDetails
Eligible countryIndia, China, Philippines, Pakistan, Morocco, Senegal, Vietnam, Antigua & Barbuda, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, Saint Vincent & Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago.
IELTS Academic scoreOverall band ≥6.0 with no individual band below 6.0; or equivalent TEF Canada score.
GIC — CAD $20,635Guaranteed Investment Certificate from an IRCC-approved Canadian financial institution.
Official transcriptsFrom the most recently completed educational institution, in English or French.
Upfront medical examCompleted with an IRCC-designated physician before application submission.

Key Benefits

20-business-day target processing.

More predictable timeline for planning departure and enrolment dates.

How Arik helps

How Arik Immigration Consultant Helps You

1

Confirm SDS country eligibility and language score requirement.

2

Guide the GIC purchase with an IRCC-approved Canadian financial institution.

3

Prepare the complete SDS application package with all upfront requirements fulfilled before filing.

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