Canada closes Student Direct Stream (SDS) for fair access, requiring all international students to apply through regular study permit stream.

In a decision that is likely to impact several Indian students, Canada has ended its popular fast-track study visa programme. The move comes amid the ongoing diplomatic row between India and Canada.

In a significant development having far-reaching implications for Indian students, Canada has announced the discontinuation of its Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme.

Canada discontinued its Student Direct Stream visa program for international students, amid a push by the country to cope with its housing and resource crisis.

The processing time for students applying under the Student Direct Stream (SDS) was significantly shorter and approval rates higher, something that will change after Canada ended the scheme on Friday.