Choosing a country is only the first decision in a study abroad program — the harder part is building a visa file that actually gets approved. As study abroad consultants working across five destinations, we shortlist courses, prepare documentation, and file your study visa the way each country's immigration department expects it in 2026.
Every study visa officer, in every country, is checking for the same underlying thing: a genuine student with a credible plan, adequate funds, and a program that matches their academic and financial background. The visa rules that express this — PAL allocations in Canada, the Genuine Student requirement in Australia, credibility interviews in the USA — change every year, sometimes mid-year.
As abroad education consultants handling files across five countries, our job is narrower than it sounds: match you to a course you're genuinely qualified for, build a financial file that meets the current threshold with real documents, and file the application the way that country's immigration authority is currently deciding cases — not the way it worked two years ago.
We don't push a single destination. Where you study should be decided by your budget, your academic background, and your post-study goals — not by which country pays the highest referral commission.
Matched to your academic record, budget, and target country — not a single partner institution.
SOPs, financial files, and supporting evidence built to the current standard for each immigration authority.
We confirm the live financial threshold and help you assemble funds that will actually withstand scrutiny.
We explain work rights and post-study pathways for your chosen country before you commit — not after you land.
Every country's page below is kept current with this year's fees, financial thresholds, and rule changes — reviewed and updated as immigration departments issue new notices.
Government visa fees only — tuition, health cover, and living costs sit on top of these figures and vary by institution and city.
| Country | Govt. visa fee | Funds required | Work rights while studying | Post-study work visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CAD $150 + $85 biometrics | CAD $22,895/yr (single applicant) | Per current study permit conditions | PGWP — up to 3 years |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | AUD $2,500 (from Jul 2026) | AUD $29,710/yr | 48 hrs/fortnight in session | Subclass 485 — up to 3 years |
| 🇬🇧 UK | £558 + £776/yr IHS | Course & city-dependent bank evidence | Up to 20 hrs/week in term | Graduate Route — 2 years (18 mo from Jan 2027) |
| 🇺🇸 USA | $535 (SEVIS + DS-160) | Per I-20, SEVP-verified | On-campus, plus CPT/OPT rules | OPT — 12 months (+24 mo STEM extension) |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | NZD $850 | NZD $20,000/yr | Up to 25 hrs/week in term | Up to 3 years (Level 7+ programmes) |
Figures reflect government notices current as of this page's last review (2026) and are subject to change without notice. We confirm the live fee and threshold for your specific program before filing. See each country's page above for the full breakdown.
The same disciplined process, adapted to whichever country's rules apply to you.
We assess your academic background, budget, and goals, and shortlist realistic countries and courses.
We help you apply to institutions that fit your profile and secure a genuine offer of admission.
We build your financial file and statement of purpose to the current standard for your destination.
We file your application, book biometrics, and prepare you for any required interview.
We brief you on arrival documents, work rights, and your post-study or PR pathway before you fly.
We tell you your real chances before you spend a rupee — not after.
Every file we submit is built on authentic, verifiable paperwork. No shortcuts.
You'll know the full cost upfront — no hidden charges added mid-process.
Run by Rajesh Bansal from SCO 99–100, Sector 17B — not a franchise, not a call centre.
There's no single best country — it depends on your budget, academic profile, and post-study goals. Canada and the UK generally have lower visa fees, Australia and the UK have stronger university rankings in specific fields, and the USA offers the widest program choice at F1 fees far below the others. We compare your specific situation against all five before recommending one.
A consultant shortlists universities matched to your profile, prepares your financial file and SOP to the standard immigration officers expect, and files your application correctly the first time. The value is mainly in avoiding refusals caused by weak documentation or an application that doesn't fit the current rules — a refused application can cost more in delay and reapplication than the consultancy fee.
Government visa fees alone range from around CAD $150 for Canada to AUD $2,500 for Australia. See the comparison table above for the current fee, funds requirement, and post-study work visa for each of the five countries we handle.
Most universities and visa applications require an English proficiency test, typically IELTS or PTE Academic, though the minimum score varies by country, institution, and program level. Some countries and universities accept alternative proof of English-medium education. We confirm the exact requirement for your target program.
Yes. Immigration authorities generally accept bank statements, fixed deposits, or a sponsor's financials as proof of funds, alongside or instead of an education loan. What matters is that the funds are genuine, stable, and meet the current threshold for your destination — not the source.
Canada, Australia, and New Zealand all offer multi-year post-study work permits with routes toward permanent residency, though each has tightened its rules in recent years. The UK's Graduate Route and the USA's OPT are shorter but still viable. The "easiest" pathway depends on your field of study and the current points or nomination criteria — we walk through this for your specific case.
We recommend starting 8–12 months before your intended intake, especially for Canada (PAL allocations can run out) and Australia (priority processing depends on your institution's enrolment cap status). Starting early protects your options if a program, province, or provider fills up.
Tell us your qualification, budget, and preferred country (or let us suggest one). We'll tell you plainly where you stand under this year's rules before you spend a rupee.
No charge. No obligation. Just honest advice.
