# New Visa Rules 2026 impose tighter checks on finances, academics and career planning for Indian students.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-27 · Outlook Business*

## Key points

- Australia now requires student visa applicants to show AUD 29,710 per year in financial proof.
- Canada has abolished the Student Direct Stream and set a study permit cap with CAD 22,895 financial proof.
- The UK plans to reduce post study work duration and limit dependents for most student visas.
- Germany requires EUR 11,904 in a blocked account and offers an Opportunity Card for post-study job searches.
- New Zealand simplified its visa process but raised financial proof to NZD 20,000 per year.

**Countries:** Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States, Germany, New Zealand, India

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