Study in Canada — SDS and Regular Study Permit Filing

Faster-processing SDS stream for eligible applicants, or the regular stream otherwise.

SDS Eligibility

The Student Direct Stream processes faster for applicants who meet all four conditions:

Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution
Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of the required amount
First-year tuition paid in full
IELTS 6.0+ overall, no band below 6.0 (or equivalent)

If You Don’t Qualify for SDS

You still apply through the regular study permit stream — slower, but not disqualifying. We assess which stream fits before you begin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work while studying in Canada?

Most study permit holders can work part-time off-campus during term and full-time during scheduled breaks, under current IRCC rules — verify current hour limits before relying on this.

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