Canada rejects 80% of Indian student visas in 2025, Germany rises as top destination

In 2025, Canada implemented its most restrictive student visa regime in a decade, rejecting nearly 80% of Indian applications and tightening financial and language requirements. This has caused a sharp decline in Indian enrolments, forcing students to consider alternatives like Germany, which now leads in popularity. The shift signals a global recalibration in international student mobility and education trends.