Important Update: Canada Increases Fund Requirement for International Students


Effective from September 1, 2025, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a revised financial requirement for all international students.

๐Ÿ“Œ Whatโ€™s Changed?

The minimum fund requirement has been increased by CAN $2,000.

๐Ÿ”น New Requirement:

International students from India will now need to show a minimum of CAN $22,895 (approx. โ‚น14 lakh) for living expenses โ€” up from the previous requirement of CAN $20,635.

This change applies to all new study permit applications submitted on or after September 1, 2025.

๐Ÿ“ข Advisory:

Partners are advised to factor in the updated requirement while preparing visa applications and financial documents.

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