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How to Apply for Canada PR Visa? Step by Step Guide
How to Apply for Canada PR Visa? Step by Step Guide
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Canada PR Visa
What is a Canadian PR Visa?
One of the most famous visas among immigrants from all over the world, the Canadian PR Visa or the Canadian Permanent Residence Visa is a 5 years multiple entry visa that permits foreign candidates from any corner of the world to permanently settle down and work in Canada.
It also allows the PR holders to apply for Canadian Citizenship after 3 years of stay and work in Canada on a PR visa.
There are many immigration programs, introduced by the Canadian Government to apply for PR visas and we shall learn about them further down!
What are the Eligibility Requirements of the PR visa procedure?
In order to be eligible for the Canadian PR Visa procedure:
- You should score 67 points out of 100 points to be eligible.
- It is important that your work sector or positions should be in demand in Canada (NOC list).
- You have to score the minimum bands in IELTS.
- There should be enough financial funds that can support your expenses in the initial days of post-landing.
- You need to produce the required documents such as your employment proof, work experience, Education certificate, Language proficiency (IELTS score), etc
There is a folder of documents required during the Canadian Pr Visa procedure, such as:
- Educational Credential Assessment
- Language test results (IELTS etc.)
- Education Documents
- Identity proof documents
- Proof of funds like bank statements, etc
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Medical Certificate
- Valid Passport
The step-by-step procedure of getting a Canadian Permanent Residence Visa:
Step 1: Complete the ECA – For the first step, the candidate has to take an Educational Credential Assessment to prove that his/her educational level parallels with the Canadian education system.
Step 2: Take a Language Test – As you would be moving to an English-speaking country, you need to prove your conversational skills in English ( you can do it in French for Canada as the country has two official languages: English and French). You have to take language tests like IELTS.
Step 3: Create your Online Express Entry Profile – Create an Express Entry profile online and apply under one of the three Express Entry Sub-streams:
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is for skilled workers who have foreign work experience and can establish themselves in Canada.
The Federal Skilled Trades Program is for skilled workers in a skilled trade who want to become Permanent Residents.
The Canadian Experience Class program is for candidates who have recent Canadian work experience and want to attain a permanent Residency in Canada.
Step 4: Apply for any of the PNPs (Optional) – You can also apply for a PNP from the Express Entry pool. And upon getting nominated by a province, you would receive additional 600 CRS points, making it easier for you to receive the ITA.
Step 5: Get an ITA – It depends on your CRS score. Higher the CRS score, the higher the chances of receiving an ITA.
Step 6: Complete Medical and Police clearance – As a part of the Visa procedure, you would be needed to get a medical clearance report and a police clearance report as well.
Step 7: Assessment of the Application – Now your application would be evaluated by the Canadian Immigration Officers.
Step 8: Receive CoPR – After the application assessment, you would receive a CoPR (Confirmation of Permanent Resident).
Processing Time of the Visa
Although there is no particular processing time of the PR Visa, the minimum time taken by the Express Entry Stream is 6-8 months.
For detailed information regarding the processing time, contact our Expert Canada immigration consultants.
How to calculate your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) for a PR Visa?
The CRS is an evaluation system that ranks the international candidates for immigration following the below factors into consideration:
- Age: 12 points
- Education: Max 25 points
- Work Experience: Max 15 points
- Language Skills: Max 28 points
- Adaptability: Max 10 points
- Arranged Employment: Max 10 points
If you get invited by any of the provinces under the PNPs, you would receive an automatic bonus of 600 points for your CRS score.
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What are the Best Immigration Programs to Get a Canadian PR Visa?
The Canadian government has introduced over 100 immigration pathways that make it easier for all kinds of immigrants to migrate to the country and settle down or work, either permanently or temporarily.
In the case of Canadian PR visa, the following are the most famous and easiest immigration pathways:
Express Entry
The Express Entry system is one of the most famous immigration programs in Canada because it is the most fast-tracked process that needs only 6-8 months to be completed. This program is dedicated to inviting skilled international candidates from all over the world to fulfill the job vacancy requirements of Canada.
It has three federal programs under it :
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): This program is for skilled workers with at least 1 year of experience.
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): You should have at least one year of experience in a trade job like electrician, industrial butcher, etc for being eligible for this program.
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): This one is for skilled workers with at least one year of experience in Canada. The applicant should have previously worked in Canada.
Provincial Nominees
Every province has its separate immigration programs that don’t have any federal interference and are called Provincial Nominee Programs. There are further sub-categories under each PNP. The provinces use the PNPs to nominate skilled/unskilled workers, business persons, and entrepreneurs for PR in their provinces, according to the province’s demand. These applicants are chosen based on their eligibility to contribute to the province’s labor market and economic development.
Some of the famous PNPs are:
- Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)
- Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
- British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
- Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NS NP)
- Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
- New Brunswick Immigration
- Newfoundland Immigration
- Prince Edward Island Immigration
Family Sponsorship
You can sponsor your family members or close relatives via this program.
The family members that can be sponsored for Canadian immigration via the Family Sponsorship program are:
- Spouse or Common-law Partner- Your spouse doesn’t need a separate filing here as they are considered a compulsory company during the filing of this program.
- Dependent Children
- Parents
- Grandparents
- Siblings, nephews, or nieces
- Grandchildren who are orphaned, under 18 years of age, and not married or in a common-law relationship
Quebec-selected skilled Workers
Quebec invites skilled international candidates to the province to fulfill the province’s labor market shortage and enhance the economy while adding up to the population. However, the candidates are required to get a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) before applying for Canada PR Visa to the IRCC.
Launched in the year 2017, this program is used to hire foreign skilled workers for the Atlantic region of Canada. The international students studying in the Atlantic Regions can apply for PR through this program.
After a huge success, this pilot program was converted into a permanent program.
This program focuses on the smaller communities of the country by inviting skilled/unskilled workers from all over the world to meet the rural and northern communities’ labor market needs and increase the population while adding to the economy of the country.
Caregivers Program
After the pandemic, the world needs caregivers more than ever, so does Canada! So, you can immigrate to Canada as a caregiver through this program.
Start-up Visa/ Business Visa
You can also move to Canada to start or buy a business through this program. Canada welcomes potential start-ups and businesses as it would add immensely to the country’s economy while creating more job opportunities.
How much does it cost for the Canadian PR visa procedure?
ECA (Education Credential Assessment) – 227 CAD
IELTS – 14,700 INR
Visa Fee Payment – 825 CAD (per applicant)
– 225 CAD (per child)
Landing Fee Payment– 500 (per applicant)
What are the benefits of moving to Canada?
- Highly Immigrants-friendly country
- Multicultural country with zero discrimination
- Canada provides equal opportunities and rights to the PRs and the Citizens.
- Free education
- Free healthcare benefits
- Safe and secured
- A perfect blend of urbanization and nature
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FAQs-
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01. What are the Language Proficiency tests for Canadian PR Visa?ELTS and the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP). IELTS is the most famous test and it has the following sections: - Listening - Writing - Reading and - Speaking
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02. How long does it take for the PR visa to come?It takes roughly 6-12 months to be completed.
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03. Can Canadian PR Visa holders visit the USA without a Visa?Yes, you can!
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04. Who can apply for a Canadian PR Visa?-Candidates with age below 49 years. The candidates should have a minimum of 13 years of education and that should be equivalent to the Canadian education system. -They should have 2 or more years of working experience in the occupation that’s in demand in Canada. -Conversational proficiency in English or French -Should have enough funds.
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05. How to apply for Canadian Citizenship?- You can apply for Canadian Citizenship only after the completion of your 3 years of stay and work in Canada on a Canadian PR visa.
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06. What is the minimum IELTS score required for Canada permanent residency?- The minimum score in IELTS is - 6 in each module
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07. What is the minimum IELTS score required for Canada permanent residency?- Yes, you can first go to Canada on a PR Visa and then you can hunt for your desired job.
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08. Is Express Entry Stream better than PNPs?- You need to have a job offer to apply for a PNP while Express Entry doesn’t need a job offer in advance.
