Tougher Barriers for Punjabis: Canada Alters Immigration Rules, Leaving Hopes in the Dust – Know All About It

Chandigarh (The Uttam Hindu): Punjabis planning to head to Canada are in for a major shock. The Canadian government has increased fees for international students and immigration applications, effective from December 1. This move is believed to be another step by the Canadian government to limit the influx of immigrants.

This decision is a significant blow for many Punjabis, as it may shatter their dreams of studying and living abroad. It’s reported that not only have application fees risen, but processing fees may also see a hike. Currently, visa fees range from 229 CAD to 1148 CAD, with an estimated 20% increase expected. This will directly affect students from Punjab looking to migrate.

The fee hikes include those for Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Temporary Visas, new Study Permits, Work Permits, and others. This clearly indicates that obtaining a Canadian visa could become more challenging in the future. Anyone planning to apply for a visa should be aware of these new rules and the fee increase when submitting their applications.