Canada Reduces International Study Permits by 7%: Major Impact on Indian Students

Nov 27, 2025 05:12 pm CST

Canada plans to cap international study permits at 408,000 in 2026, a 7% reduction from 2025 targets, with Indian students being most affected. The government aims to reduce temporary residents to below 5% of Canada's population by 2027, while maintaining exemptions for Master's and PhD students at public institutions.