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Student GIC Program
Aspiring to study in Canada
Studying in Canada presents many opportunities for international students. If you are an international student considering pursuing your studies in Canada under the Student Direct Stream (SDS), the ICICI Bank Canada Student GIC Program is tailor-made for you.
Who can apply for a study permit through SDS and participate in our Student GIC Program?
ICICI Bank Canada Student GIC Program is currently available to individuals who are citizens of and holding a valid passport issued by the following countries:
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India
China
Philippines
Vietnam
Morocco
Senegal
Why participating in ICICI Bank Canada Student GIC Program?
In order to apply for a study permit under the SDS program, you must purchase a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (“GIC”) in the amount as specified by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the specific province of arrival. Students applying for a study permit outside of the SDS (e.g. for university programs) may also purchase a GIC to act as proof of funds to cover their living expenses for the first year of their stay in Canada.
A GIC is a secure investment option (similar to a fixed or term deposit) that guarantees the full amount of your original investment as well as the interest over a pre-determined and fixed timeframe.
With the ICICI Bank Canada Student GIC Program, you will receive a portion of your investment for a 12-month period and the accrued interest will be paid at the end of the term. The fee to participate in this program is CAD 200, non-refundable.
Overview of Student GIC Application Process:
- Register for our Secure Mail Service.
- Complete and submit the Student Account application online.
- You will receive your Student Account number immediately on successful submission of the application.
- Deposit your funds into your Student Account as per the instructions provided on the account confirmation page. You will also receive a confirmation email in your secure mailbox.
- An Investment Balance Confirmation will be sent to your secure mailbox once the funds are credited to your Student Account. You can apply for a Canadian Study Permit with this confirmation.
If your Student Visa/Permit request is declined or cancelled or if you withdraw from your studies after arriving in Canada, you can request a full refund of the remaining balance in your Student Account. Please refer the Refund section for details.
For detailed information on the Application Process, Activation Process, and Refund Process, please click on the respective links below:
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact ICICI Bank Canada by:
- Email at customercare.ca@icicibank.com.
- Call toll-free from India at 1-800-200-3340
- Call toll-free from Canada at 1-888-424-2422
- Elsewhere, call collect: 1-416-847-7979
All amounts are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.
