Canada is the number one destination for Ahmedabad students seeking international education, Post-Graduation Work Permit rights, and a clear pathway to permanent residency. EZVZA's licensed Canadian immigration consultants guide you every step of the way.
Canada offers what no other English-speaking destination does in combination: high-quality education, relatively affordable tuition compared to USA, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to 3 years, and a well-defined pathway from student to permanent resident through Express Entry. For Gujarati students in Ahmedabad, Canada's large Indian community — particularly in Ontario and British Columbia — makes the transition even smoother.
Who qualifies: Indian applicants (including Ahmedabad) with IELTS Academic minimum 6.0 in each band, GIC of CAD $10,200, first-year tuition paid upfront, and a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
Processing time: ~19 working days (IRCC target).
Advantage: Significantly faster and higher approval probability than non-SDS. Most Ahmedabad students who are well-prepared should target SDS.
Apply via SDSWho uses this: Students who do not meet IELTS 6.0 in each band, or who cannot provide the GIC upfront, or who are applying to programs that accept alternative English tests.
Processing time: 6–12 weeks (can be longer depending on IRCC workload).
Note: Non-SDS still requires a strong SOP, full financial documentation, and a compelling case for genuine student intent. EZVZA builds this thoroughly.
Discuss Your Profile"I was confused between SDS and non-SDS. EZVZA explained everything in Gujarati, told me I qualified for SDS with my IELTS 7.0, and handled my GIC paperwork. My study permit was approved in 17 days. Now studying Computer Science at Conestoga College, Kitchener."
"My previous application was refused because my SOP was too generic — I'd used a template from the internet. EZVZA wrote a completely new SOP from scratch after interviewing me for an hour. Approved in 6 weeks. The difference was the personal, specific details that an attorney knows how to present."
"My son wanted to study nursing in Toronto. EZVZA identified that many nursing programs require Canadian Clinical Rotations and advised us to choose a program at a college with better PGWP eligibility. That advice alone saved us from a costly mistake. Professional, thorough, and genuinely caring."
The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a fast-track study permit program for Indian applicants. To qualify from Ahmedabad you need: (1) IELTS Academic with minimum 6.0 in each of the four bands, (2) a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of CAD $10,200 from a participating Canadian bank, (3) first-year tuition paid in full upfront, and (4) an acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution. If all these are in place, IRCC's target processing time is approximately 19 working days.
Under the SDS track, IRCC's target is approximately 19 working days from biometric submission. Under the regular non-SDS track, processing times typically range from 6 to 12 weeks, sometimes longer depending on IRCC workload. Processing times can vary — EZVZA tracks current IRCC processing times and advises on the best time to apply for your intake.
Yes. As a full-time student at a DLI with a valid study permit, you can work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions, and full-time during scheduled breaks (summer, winter, reading week). On-campus work has no hour limits. After graduation, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work full-time in Canada for up to 3 years, depending on your program length — making Canada especially attractive for Ahmedabad students seeking work experience abroad.
For the SDS track, a GIC of CAD $10,200 is required, deposited with a participating Canadian financial institution (CIBC, Scotiabank, RBC, National Bank, or Desjardins). This amount represents approximately one year's living expenses and is released to you in installments after you arrive in Canada. The GIC is your money — it is not a fee paid to the bank. EZVZA guides Ahmedabad students through the GIC application process, which can be completed online from India in 2–3 business days.
Free first consultation. Our Canada-licensed immigration consultants will assess your SDS eligibility, recommend the right DLI, and guide your complete application from Ahmedabad to approval.