Is it possible to get a Canadian visa with an IELTS listening score of 5.5?

Yes, you can apply for a Canadian study permit with an IELTS listening score of 5.5, but you may face challenges.

- Student Direct Stream (SDS) requires at least 6.0 in each IELTS band, so you are not eligible for this faster visa route.
- Regular study permit stream does not have a fixed IELTS minimum, but most Canadian universities and colleges expect at least 6.0 in each band. Your current listening score of 5.5 may not meet their admission requirements.

To improve your chances of both admission and visa approval, consider retaking IELTS to raise your listening score. If you need help planning your next steps, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.