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Canada, long considered a preferred hub for international education, especially among Indians, has imposed its most restrictive visa regime in a decade. This has altered global student mobility. According to data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), nearly 80% of Indian student visa applications were rejected in 2025.
Indian students comprise around 40% of Canada's international students. Four out of five Indian applicants received refusals in the second quarter of 2025, education outlet The PIE News reported, citing figures from BorderPass.
As per data from the Canadian government, 1.88 lakh Indian students were admitted in 2024. This number was more than double two years ago.
While Ottawa hasn't shared a country-wise breakdown, The PIE News reported that the high rejection rate is affecting students across Asia, Africa and beyond, showing how Canada is changing its approach to international education.