Students applying for study permits from and are citizens of any of these countries: Antigua and Barbuda Brazil China Colombia Costa Rica India Morocco Pakistan Peru Philippines Senegal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Trinidad and Tobago Vietnam may qualify for faster processing within 20 days if they apply through the Student Direct Stream. If you intend to apply for study permit via the SDS route, you may also be able to apply (and have faster processing) for your spouse or...
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Banking for Students
As an international student in Canada, an important aspect of your living will depend on the banking option you choose for your financial needs. This will be a vital tool for you over the next few years, hence it is a good idea to choose one that is tailored for students and offers the best range of services and perks. Some of the things you may want to consider include; What type of account will best suit your needs (savings,...
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As a newcomer in a different city and country, getting your finances right is one of the many ways to settle in quickly and comfortably. Read on for how to understand Saskatchewan’s financial ecosystem and the basics of banking. Banking in Saskatchewan may be similar or different from what you are used to. Either way, you will require some tips and guidance on how to go about it. You might have heard of the Big 5 banks in Canada namely;...
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Every immigrants certainly has considered supporting their family in their home country as soon as they are able to stand well on their feet. So, we are not surprised you want to know what to expect. Again, it solely lies with your bank. Some banks have low remittances while others are high, some gives allocated free remittances per a certain duration, for instance, a bank might give newcomers two free remittances per month for the first two years of opening...
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