Canada study permit applications drop 62% as Indian families seek alternatives

tamil.indianexpress.com (Tamil)

Canada saw a 62% drop in study permit applications from June 2024 to June 2025, with a significant decrease in new international students and temporary workers. This decline is attributed to stricter immigration policies, including doubled financial requirements for study permits, and a general economic slowdown impacting job prospects. Indian families are now exploring alternative study destinations like Germany, Finland, and Ireland due to these changes and increased uncertainty about permanent residency in Canada.


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