Canada Tightens Student visa Rules : The Canadian government has implemented more stringent visa regulations for overseas students, hence increasing the difficulty of studying in the nation.
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The immigration minister of Canada, Marc Miller, revealed some additional prerequisites for aspiring overseas students. Students requesting study permits will need to prove they have access to $20,635 in Canadian dollars as of January 1, 2024. This is a big increase from the previous $10,000 criterion.
Crucially, this extra sum is separate from tuition and does not account for possible costs for family members who may accompany you.
After an astounding 20 years, the $10,000 criterion is being adjusted to more closely reflect the true cost of living in Canada.
Canada Tightens Student visa Rules
In order to maintain truth and justice, the government also intends to periodically examine and modify this minimal amount in light of statistical data.
Minister Miller acknowledged the cultural, social, and economic contributions made by international students and emphasized the positive effects they have on Canadian communities.
But he also recognized the difficulties these students encounter, which calls for adjustments. The intention is to shield foreign students from financial vulnerability and potential abuse while guaranteeing that they have a thorough awareness of the true cost of living in Canada.
Minister Miller not only announced the financial changes but also voiced worries about possible student exploitation and gave a warning about prospective restrictions on the amount of visas that could be granted.
He underlined that educational institutions should only admit as many students as they can reasonably sustain, accommodate, and help locate off-campus accommodation for. To guarantee that educational establishments offer adequate assistance to international students, the government is willing to implement stringent regulations, such as substantial restrictions on visas.
In order to properly help overseas students, Miller urged for coordination among many stakeholders, including educational institutions and provincial and territorial governments. Crucially, he declared that the federal government is ready to step in and would even contemplate closing down specific educational institutions if provinces and territories do not take the required steps.
This development fits in with a larger global trend, as even the Australian government has hinted at impending changes to immigration laws that will prioritize students.
This development fits in with a larger global trend, as even the Australian government has hinted at impending changes to immigration laws that will prioritize students. It is anticipated that these modifications will soon be made public, signifying a more significant global change in immigration laws pertaining to students.