🌍 8 Countries Where It’s Easy to Get a Student Visa

Joshua

Mon Jul 07 2025

🇨🇦 Canada

  • Offers Student Direct Stream (SDS) for faster processing (for select countries).

  • Entire process is online and transparent.

  • Students can work part-time and stay after graduation via post-study work permits.

🇩🇪 Germany

  • Simple and transparent visa process once admitted.

  • Low or no tuition at public universities.

  • Affordable living and clear path to remain after studies.

🇦🇺 Australia

  • Uses ImmiAccount – a streamlined online system to manage the visa application.

  • Work rights during studies and eligibility for post-study work visas.

🇳🇿 New Zealand

  • Safe and welcoming for students.

  • Online visa applications once admitted; no embassy visits required in many cases.

  • Clear and user-friendly immigration website.

🇮🇪 Ireland

  • Full-time students can apply online for visas.

  • The system provides regular updates.

  • Graduates can stay up to 2 years to work after finishing studies.

🇸🇬 Singapore

  • Uses SOLAR system – a smooth online application process.

  • Fast and digital.

  • Known for world-class universities and strong career prospects.

🇳🇱 Netherlands

  • Universities often handle visa/residence permit applications on your behalf.

  • Lots of English-taught programs.

  • Very international-student friendly.

🇳🇴 Norway

  • Many universities offer free tuition for international students.

  • Online and straightforward visa system with clear communication.

  • Transparent steps post-admission.