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Finding Your LA Groove: A Guide to Student Accommodation for Indian Students in Los Angeles

Finding Your LA Nest: A Guide for Indian Students

Los Angeles, the land of sunshine, surf, and world-class universities, attracts Indian students seeking a dynamic academic experience. But amidst the excitement, finding the perfect student accommodation can feel like a challenge. This guide will empower you with the knowledge you need to secure a comfortable and budget-friendly place to call home during your studies.

We hope this blog equips you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the Halifax student housing scene. Now go forth and find your perfect student haven in Halifax!

End Note

Congratulations on taking the exciting step of studying abroad in Halifax! We wish you all the best in your academic journey and hope this guide helps you find the perfect place to live.

What is Niyo-

Niyo is an Indian fintech that provides banking innovative products to make Indian’s travel easier basThe Niyo card is a revolutionary alternative to traditional forex cards and cash currency exchange. Enjoy zero forex markups, no transaction fees, and no annual charges. Use it seamlessly as a debit card in India and for international transactions in over 180+ countries.

Why Choose Niyo for Your Study Abroad Journey?

  • Save Up to ₹1 Lakh per Year: With zero forex markups, you keep more of your money for tuition, living expenses, and adventures.
  • Fastest Way to Get Money from India: No extra charges for international transactions, making it a breeze to manage your finances abroad.
  • Free Cash Withdrawals: Access your funds easily for daily expenses, wherever you are.
  • Earn Up to 8% Interest: Grow your savings while you study with Niyo’s high-yield savings account.
  • 24/7 In-app Chat Support: Get assistance whenever you need it, right from your phone.

What is the Niyo Card?

Niyo Debit Card is a debit card that comes with the Niyo savings account opened at one of Niyo’s partner Banks ( DCB, SBM, and Equitas). This account and card functions similar to any other Indian savings account and debit card with standard features. The unique aspect of Niyo card is that it can be used in 190+ countries without incurring any forex markups or other charges.

Problem with other cards

Generally, if you get the money transferred abroad with a forex card or bank transfers you will have to pay heavy forex markups, taxes and other hidden charges every time. All these are waived off in this card for lifetime.   

Example: Suppose you are studying in USA and let’s say the current Dollar to INR rate is ₹80 per dollar. You swipe your Niyo card at coffee shop for $10. Only ₹800 (80 x 10) will be deducted from your Niyo account – that’s it! No hidden fees or markups.

This will help you save at least up to 5% on your entire education budget.

Key Features of Niyo

  • 💁Zero Forex charges on all International spends in foreign

  • 🙅No Joining Fee or Minimum Balance required

  • 📖Free ATM Withdrawals Abroad ( withdrawal fee reversed in form of Niyo Coins )

  • 💮Free Airport Lounge Access across the globe ( on spending more than 50k with Niyo Card)

  • 💸Load and unload  money with Gpay/PhonePay/UPI 24x7" without any charges

  • ⌚24 x 7 In-app chat support

How to get the Niyo Card- Its 100% digital

  • Download the Niyo app.

  • Fill in your Adhar, Pan and Passport Details

  • Complete VKYC

  • Your free Niyo card will be delivered to your mentioned address within 3-5 working days

How to add money to your Niyo Card?

Just like you add money to your savings account via UPI, Bank transfer, in the same way you will get Niyo account details in the niyo app and you can withdraw or deposit money to the Niyo account 24x7 without any charges.

You’ll also earn upto 8% interest on the account balance

Exclusive offers with the Niyo Card for Indian students

  • ISIC card worth 999 that gets you student discounts across the globe for free
  • Free airport lounge access at international terminals in India on referring 5 friends.
  • In app offers on multiple brands

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