Canada is considered to be one of the most popular destinations among immigration globally. Its high living standards, commendable career aspects and safety of living has proved it to be an ideal place for people all around the world to live, work and settle permanently in.
What is a Canadian Permanent Residency Visa?
Canadian PR is a five year multiple entry visa that allows foreign individuals with eligible work experience the opportunity to work and make a living in the Maple Country. The visa can be extended or renewed in 5 years.
You can also apply for a Canadian Citizenship after living and working with the PR visa for 3 years.
Eligibility Criteria for Canadian Immigration
You must qualify in the following parameters to be eligible for applying for a Canadian PR:
- Age: There is no mandatory age limit to apply. However, there is a high chance that a young candidate might be given a higher preference by different programs.
- English Proficiency: Appearing for the IELTS exam is a must for this criteria. This proves that you can adapt and work in Canada. The minimum score required to be eligible for a Canadian PR is CLB 7. A score of CLB 9 and above can make your profile even stronger and increase your chances of getting a work permit.
- Education: At least a Senior Secondary level of education should be a must for the candidate to be eligible for the Canadian Immigration Standard. The applicants can get a greater edge if they have an educational level higher than senior secondary.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 1 year (30 hours/week) of work experience is required for a candidate to be qualified for the same. Having more experience will enhance your chances.
- Adaptability: The adaptability level of a candidate also helps in deciding their eligibility. In addition to that, having a blood relation or a spouse in Canada can also improve your chances of Permanent Residence.
Preparing for your Canadian PR Application Process:
Given below are expert tips for applying for a Canadian PR application. These tips are valid for all the applications including Express Entry programs, Provincial Nominee Programs, and Family Class programs.
1.Know your eligibility: A variety of programs are offered by Canada within three broad categorizations; economic, family class, refugee and humanitarian. Each program is different from the another on the basis of
- Points
- First come First serve
- Sponsor requirement
- Open on an ongoing basis
Research thoroughly about which program is right for you so that you make an informed decision and choose the best path.
2. Get an expert on board: Even though it is absolutely possible to complete the Canada PR application on your own, it can be a highly daunting task sometimes. To get a substantial level of help, you can always hire a professional or contact immigration service providers.
Imperial Immigrations for Canada partners with highly professional and trusted RCICs who can accurately help you move forward with the application process by providing their expertise at every step.
3. Keep important documents handy always: While applying for the PR application, you can be asked to submit certain documents any time by the IRCC. There are many documents which take time to get obtained from the authorities. In this case, instead of waiting for the IRCC to ask for the documents and then getting your process delayed due to the unavailability of them, you should always keep all your important documents ready in advance.
4. Check and re-check: Not reading the document checklist carefully can also lead to an applicant losing their chances of acquiring a PR. Many times, a discrepancy can arise if the applicant did not read the instructions, confirm an assumption, or address a concern mentioned in the documents. This risk can be ruled out by carefully and thoroughly reading and re-checking the document checklist provided by the IRCC.
5. Live by your checklist: There is no ‘one-fits-all’ checklist for Canada Immigration. The IRCC provides a tailor made checklist for every applicant according to their circumstances and the immigration program they have applied for. You need to live by this checklist and follow it properly.
6. Renew your expiry dates: Check the expiry dates of the following documents, all or some of which may be needed for your Canada PR application:
- Passport
- Work permit/study permit
- Police background checks
- Bank statements
- Language test results
- Invitation to apply
- Medical assessment
If you find it difficult to keep track of everything, consider setting up a system of reminders or alerts for yourself through a calendar or similar. This will help you to stay on top of your application.
7. Never lie on your application: Lying about even a single aspect of information on your application can lead to severe and devastating outcomes.
