NewsJune 18, 2026Canada Student Direct Stream (SDS) — 2026 Eligibility Guide
SDS offers 20-day processing for students from India, China, Philippines and 10 other countries. Here's what changed in 2026.
Canada's SDS offers 20-day processing for students from India, China, Philippines, Vietnam, Morocco, Pakistan, Senegal, Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, and Trinidad and Tobago. 2026 requirements: IELTS 6.0+ in each band, GIC of CAD $20,635 (updated Jan 2025), upfront medical exam, and DLI acceptance letter. Students can work up to 24 hours/week off-campus during academic sessions. Non-SDS countries apply through the standard 8–12 week stream.
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