For Indian students in 2026, Canada offers a faster and more affordable pathway to permanent residency with lower tuition (CAD 20,000-40,000/year) and a 3-year post-study work permit. Australia offers warmer climate, higher starting salaries, and strong post-study work rights of 2-4 years. Both countries are safe, multicultural, and provide excellent education quality.
Expert comparison based on 28+ years of sending Indian students to both countries.
| Aspect | 🇨🇦 Canada | 🇦🇺 Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Tuition (Masters) | CAD 20,000-40,000/yr | AUD 25,000-50,000/yr |
| Living Cost | CAD 10,000-15,000/yr | AUD 15,000-21,000/yr |
| Post-Study Work Permit | PGWP: Up to 3 years | PSW: 2-4 years (course dependent) |
| PR Pathway | Express Entry (CRS points system) | Points-based (189/190/491 visa) |
| PR Timeline | 2-3 years after graduation | 2-4 years after graduation |
| Part-Time Work | 20 hrs/week during term | 48 hrs/fortnight during term |
| English Test | IELTS / PTE / CELPIP | IELTS / PTE / TOEFL |
| Min. English Score | IELTS 6.0-6.5 / PTE 50-58 | IELTS 6.0-6.5 / PTE 50-58 |
| Indian Students (2024) | 320,000+ | 100,000+ |
| Safety Index | Very High (#6 globally) | Very High (#5 globally) |
| Climate | Cold winters (-20°C to -40°C) | Warm/hot (15°C to 40°C) |
| Financial Proof | GIC: CAD 22,895 + tuition | Savings: AUD $29,710/yr |
| Healthcare | Provincial health insurance (varies) | OSHC mandatory (AUD 500-700/yr) |
| Spouse Work Rights | Open work permit (Masters+ only) | Full work rights (dependent visa) |
| Top Cities | Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth |
Het Patel
Vadodara · Nizampura
“Grateful to EEC Nizampura for guiding me through my Canadian student visa process for the May 2026 intake. Your constant support, clear guidance, and encouragement made this journey smooth and possibl...”
mintu natali
Surat · Ghod Dod Road, Surat
“My name is Mrugeshkumar Natali, and I received my UK student visa through the EEC Ghod Dod Road branch. I would especially like to thank Mrs. Foram Patel for her incredible support and guidance throug...”
Mauli Gohel
Nadiad · Nadiad
“I had a really smooth and positive experience with EEC during my student visa process. From university shortlisting to documentation and visa filing, everything was explained clearly and handled profe...”
Shiv
Vadodara · New Vip Road
“I am thankful to EEC for my entire visa process.”
Tomas Cakajda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I processed my brother-in-law’s student visa through EEC, and the experience was very smooth. Vidhi helped us throughout the entire process and explained everything clearly, which made it v...”
rucha chitroda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“I recently had the pleasure of working with EEC for my brother’s student visa application, and I cannot thank them enough for their exceptional service. Vidhi played a crucial role in guiding us throu...”
Urvi Patel
Ahmedabad · Odhav, Ahmedabad
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to EEC Odhav and especially sir for their excellent support throughout my UK student visa process. They provided clear guidance from the beginning, helped ...”
Mistry Rushi
Ahmedabad · Memnagar, Ahmedabad
“EEC (Memnagar branch) offered the vital support I required to excel my IELTS exam and acquire my Germany visa. Their focused approach and personalised coaching were important in my achievement Their e...”
aryan Limbachiya
Ahmedabad · Ghatlodiya, Ahmedabad
“I had a wonderful experience with EEC Ghatlodia. Astha Ma’am was extremely supportive and helpful throughout my entire visa process. From getting my admission at Niagara College to preparing a strong ...”
Bhargav Meshiya
Ahmedabad · Nikol, Ahmedabad
“EEC Nikol's Germany consultancy is known for providing well-organized and reliable guidance for students planning to study in Germany. They clearly explain important requirements such as the APS proc...”
Ayush Bhut
Ahmedabad · Nikol, Ahmedabad
“EEC Nikol's Germany consultancy offers structured guidance for studying in Germany, covering counseling, applications, and visa support. They clearly explain key requirements such as the APS process, ...”
Jigar Chitroda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“I highly recommend EEC Parvat Patiya to anyone planning their study-abroad journey. My visa process was handled with great care, transparency, and professionalism from start to finish. I am truly grat...”
Het Patel
Vadodara · Nizampura
“Grateful to EEC Nizampura for guiding me through my Canadian student visa process for the May 2026 intake. Your constant support, clear guidance, and encouragement made this journey smooth and possibl...”
mintu natali
Surat · Ghod Dod Road, Surat
“My name is Mrugeshkumar Natali, and I received my UK student visa through the EEC Ghod Dod Road branch. I would especially like to thank Mrs. Foram Patel for her incredible support and guidance throug...”
Mauli Gohel
Nadiad · Nadiad
“I had a really smooth and positive experience with EEC during my student visa process. From university shortlisting to documentation and visa filing, everything was explained clearly and handled profe...”
Shiv
Vadodara · New Vip Road
“I am thankful to EEC for my entire visa process.”
Tomas Cakajda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I processed my brother-in-law’s student visa through EEC, and the experience was very smooth. Vidhi helped us throughout the entire process and explained everything clearly, which made it v...”
rucha chitroda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“I recently had the pleasure of working with EEC for my brother’s student visa application, and I cannot thank them enough for their exceptional service. Vidhi played a crucial role in guiding us throu...”
Urvi Patel
Ahmedabad · Odhav, Ahmedabad
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to EEC Odhav and especially sir for their excellent support throughout my UK student visa process. They provided clear guidance from the beginning, helped ...”
Mistry Rushi
Ahmedabad · Memnagar, Ahmedabad
“EEC (Memnagar branch) offered the vital support I required to excel my IELTS exam and acquire my Germany visa. Their focused approach and personalised coaching were important in my achievement Their e...”
aryan Limbachiya
Ahmedabad · Ghatlodiya, Ahmedabad
“I had a wonderful experience with EEC Ghatlodia. Astha Ma’am was extremely supportive and helpful throughout my entire visa process. From getting my admission at Niagara College to preparing a strong ...”
Bhargav Meshiya
Ahmedabad · Nikol, Ahmedabad
“EEC Nikol's Germany consultancy is known for providing well-organized and reliable guidance for students planning to study in Germany. They clearly explain important requirements such as the APS proc...”
Ayush Bhut
Ahmedabad · Nikol, Ahmedabad
“EEC Nikol's Germany consultancy offers structured guidance for studying in Germany, covering counseling, applications, and visa support. They clearly explain key requirements such as the APS process, ...”
Jigar Chitroda
Surat · Parvat Patia (Dumbhal), Surat
“I highly recommend EEC Parvat Patiya to anyone planning their study-abroad journey. My visa process was handled with great care, transparency, and professionalism from start to finish. I am truly grat...”
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