Starting September 9, 2019, the Student Direct Stream (SDS) will be expanded to support Francophone immigration. As a result, students from Senegal and Morocco will get access to a more efficient process for study permits.
By providing fast, reliable processing of study permit applications, Canada is better equipped to compete in attracting the best and the brightest from around the world.
The more efficient SDS process was launched in 2018 for students applying from China, India, the Philippines, Vietnam and Pakistan, with an average processing time of less than 3 weeks.
Canada is a top destination for students seeking both a high-quality international education and employment in their field of study once they graduate. With Canadian education credentials and skilled work experience in Canada, former international students are well positioned for success in applying for permanent residence through Express Entry.
Since 2017, Express Entry candidates with strong French skills have been able to earn additional ranking points. This provides more opportunity for them to successfully transition to permanent residence and contribute to the vitality and growth of Francophone communities outside of Quebec.
Expanding this faster and more efficient application process to prospective students from Senegal and Morocco supports the Canada’s Francophone Immigration Strategy to encourage more young French speakers to choose to study in Canada.
