Why Canada is Refusing Indian Student Visas
Canada was once a dream destination for Indian students, but now it feels like that is starting to change. Canada has long been seen as a dream destination for international students, especially from India. However, things are no longer as easy as they used to be. What was once considered a highly welcoming system has now become noticeably stricter. In late 2025 and into 2026, visa refusal rates for Indian students have increased significantly, with reports suggesting figures as high as 74–80% . Because of this sharp rise, many are describing the current situation as the toughest phase in the past decade. At our overseas education office in Jalandhar, we are clearly seeing a big change. Earlier, most students and parents used to ask only about Canada. Now, many are looking at other countries like Germany, the UK, NZ, and Australia. Before 2023 to 2024, Canada was the top choice for Indian students. But now, applications have dropped. Many students don’t want to apply because visa...
