Sep 09, 2025
Canadian Study Permit Success Rates Drop in 2024 In 2024, Canada approved just 48% of study permit applications, the lowest in recent years. Nearly 290,000 students were refused.
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Top Refusal Reason: Travel History 76% of refusals happened because officers weren’t convinced students would return home after their studies, often linked to weak or unclear travel history.
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Financial Proof Challenges Over half of rejections cited financial doubts. In 2024, students had to show proof of C$20,635 in living expenses — double from the previous year.
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Other Common Refusal Grounds – Purpose of visit not clear: 47.3% – Tuition funds insufficient: 18.8% – Living expense funds insufficient: 18.4% – No family ties outside Canada: 7.3%
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Document Authenticity Still a Concern Over 13,000 students were refused due to misrepresentation or questionable documents. Missing paperwork also delayed or derailed thousands of applications.
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Tips for Indian Students – Provide six months of authentic bank statements – Use Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) for proof of funds – Write a strong SOP linking study to career goals - Ensure documents are accurate and complete
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Start Early, Stay Prepared Begin months in advance, get translations done, and use trusted platforms to review applications and boost approval chances.
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