Fast-Track Your Canadian Study Permit with the Student Direct Stream

Get Your Study Permit Faster

If you're planning to study in Canada, the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program can help you get your study permit faster, often in as little as 20 days.

What is the SDS?

The SDS is a fast-track option for students from certain countries. By meeting specific criteria and submitting the required documents, you can benefit from quicker processing times.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify, you must be a resident of one of these countries:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Brazil
• China
• Colombia
• Costa Rica
• India
• Morocco
• Pakistan
• Peru
• Philippines
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Senegal
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Vietnam
  
  

Requirements for SDS

1. Acceptance Letter: From a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada.
2. Language Proficiency: Pass an English or French language test.
3. Financial Proof: Full payment of first-year tuition and a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) from a Canadian bank.
4. Medical Exam: If applicable.
5. Police Certificate: To show no criminal record.
6. Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL): If applicable.
7. Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ): If studying in Quebec.
   
   

How to Apply

1. Gather Documents: Acceptance letter, proof of tuition payment, GIC, language test results, medical exam, and police certificate.
2. Apply Online: Through the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
3. Track Your Application: Use the SDS tracker on the IRCC website.
   
   

After You Apply

• If Approved: Receive a letter of introduction and an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or visitor visa. Present these upon arrival in Canada.
• If Refused: Appeal or reapply with updated information.
  
  

Why Choose TD for Your GIC?

TD offers a simple application process, no fees, and extensive support through their branches in Canada. They provide services in over 80 languages and have 150 years of experience helping newcomers.