Canada Hikes Fees for Permanent Residency Programs in 2024: Impact on International Students
Canada has announced fee increases for some permanent residency programs starting April 30, 2024. This came as both a surprise and a concern for international students, particularly those from India planning to study in Canada. What’s New? The changes introduced by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for 2024 will notably affect the process and prospects for international students. One of the major updates is the introduction of the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), now a mandatory attachment for visa applications for undergraduate or graduate diploma/certificate programs. If a candidate fails to include a PAL, it could lead to outright application rejections. This is really a stringent shift in application prerequisites. A Challenge That Brings Opportunities Too Interestingly, the updates bring a mix of challenges and opportunities. For the students who are aiming for master’s or doctoral programs, the scenario remains unchanged. The announcement said that the