What are the different visa programs for Canada ?
There are over 80 different visa and programs offered by Canada that vary in the qualifications needed to apply. Certain visas and programs are also only available to certain provinces and territories within Canada, for example the Quebec Skilled Worker Program. Our teams specialize in a majority of them :
Which of these would suit me the most ?
In order to answer this question, we have to know more about you and evaluate your specific case. As you can see above, there are a variety of visas and programs available for immigration to Canada. Depending on your specific details and requirements, our experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC) will evaluate your profile during the initial assessment process and will recommend the best immigration route suited for you and your family. Upon completion of the assessment, the RCIC will assist you with the preparation and submission of the required applications for your immigration to Canada.
What is Express Entry ?
Implemented in early 2015, this innovative process is a system where skilled workers can apply to become permanent residents in Canada by entering a pool of candidates. Based on qualifications, work experience, age and various other factors, applicants are awarded points and then possibly selected from the pool by prospective employers.
What is the meaning of Pool in Express Entry ?
Those individuals who are entered into the pool of candidates must be eligible for one of the immigration programs including the Federal Skilled Worker program, the Federal Skilled Trades Class, Canadian Experience Class or the Provincial Nominee Program. The Government of Canada and Canadian employers are able to select candidates from this pool and will issue them an “Invitation to Apply” for one of the above immigration programs.
What is the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) ?
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system that is used to assess and score a candidate’s profile to rank them in the Express Entry pool. Candidates are assessed by the following criteria:
What are the Govt. visa application fees ?
Different fees are charged by the Canadian government for the submission of applications. This is not unique to the Canadian government, as many countries require application fees to be paid to the governing authority. The fees can range from being only a few hundred to thousands of dollars, depending on which visa program you are applying for, your family size and age (fees for children are lower than for adults). Payment is usually made when you send in your application and documents, but it really depends on the specific visa or program. You can pay the fee by credit card, bank draft, check or money order, in Canadian dollars.
An important point to note is that government fees are nonrefundable. This is why it is so vitally important to ensure your application is submitted correctly, with accurate information and at the correct time. Failure do to so will likely result in your application being denied, meaning you will lose any fees paid to the Canadian government. Our agents do their best to ensure that our client’s applications are submitted correctly, increasing the chances of a successful application.
What is the Professional Immigration Services Fee ?
Professional immigration services fees depend on your specific case, along with various factors such as:
In some cases the RCIC (under discretion) may agree on a more convenient payment plan that is tailored according to the client’s financial situation.
What is the length of the process ?
Applying for a visa can take time. Once all the required documents, forms and applications have been submitted, it usually takes up to eighteen months for the completion of the process, and in some cases even more. You should always be aware of the differences between the types of visas, the specific Canadian immigration Office that processes your application (processing time can vary between offices across Canada), and other factors that can greatly affect the process. You should also be aware that the processing time can only be estimated and can change without further notice, under the sole discretion of the Canadian government.
Express Entry is the exception to the above, as the Canadian Government aims to process applications much faster, with processing times from start to finish within 6 months.
What is the meaning of Right Of Permanent Residence Fee ?
The Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) is an amount that each applicant and his common-law partner must pay in order to get a Permanent Resident Visa. The fee is in the range of hundreds of Canadian dollars, and in the case of children, the requirement to pay the fee depends on their age. This fee is different from other governmental fees, and even if you are already in Canada, as an applicant, you are required to pay this fee. Please bear in mind that governmental fees are constantly changed by the Canadian legislature.
Can I include other family members in my application ?
Definitely. You are more than welcome to include any family member, even those who will eventually decide not to immigrate with you. By adding family members to your application, you provide them with a chance for a visa in the future.
Are there benefits to having relatives in Canada ?
That depends. There are points awarded for close relatives, if they are citizens or permanent residents. These have to be first degree relatives, such as parents and siblings or second degree relatives such as grandparents and grandchildren. In any case, it is important to study the details of your specific case and evaluate your status.
Are medical exams compulsory and what are the laws around them ?
As a rule, you must undergo medical examinations in order to apply for a visa. The Canadian government takes great care of its people and wishes to discourage any burden on its medical system. Therefore, applicants are required to undergo medical exams. If you have any healthcare issues, you are required to disclose them.
What are the requirements around a PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) ?
The Police Clearance Certificate is a requirement for all applicants aged 18 and above. The certificate is dependent on each country, as is the process of obtaining it. The law requires such a certificate from every country in which the applicant lived for over six months and it is a requirement which must be fulfilled in order to get a permanent resident or work permit visa.
What is the Interview Process ?
First, you should be aware that not all applicants are interviewed. If you are invited to an interview, it is usually in order to examine and assess the reliability of the documents and information you have submitted to the government. You will be required to present a coherent and honest case to convince the officials of your truthfulness.
What are the possible ways to look at increasing the CRS score ?
Your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is based on the following factors:
There are over 80 different visa and programs offered by Canada that vary in the qualifications needed to apply. Certain visas and programs are also only available to certain provinces and territories within Canada, for example the Quebec Skilled Worker Program. Our teams specialize in a majority of them :
Which of these would suit me the most ?
In order to answer this question, we have to know more about you and evaluate your specific case. As you can see above, there are a variety of visas and programs available for immigration to Canada. Depending on your specific details and requirements, our experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC) will evaluate your profile during the initial assessment process and will recommend the best immigration route suited for you and your family. Upon completion of the assessment, the RCIC will assist you with the preparation and submission of the required applications for your immigration to Canada.
What is Express Entry ?
Implemented in early 2015, this innovative process is a system where skilled workers can apply to become permanent residents in Canada by entering a pool of candidates. Based on qualifications, work experience, age and various other factors, applicants are awarded points and then possibly selected from the pool by prospective employers.
What is the meaning of Pool in Express Entry ?
Those individuals who are entered into the pool of candidates must be eligible for one of the immigration programs including the Federal Skilled Worker program, the Federal Skilled Trades Class, Canadian Experience Class or the Provincial Nominee Program. The Government of Canada and Canadian employers are able to select candidates from this pool and will issue them an “Invitation to Apply” for one of the above immigration programs.
What is the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) ?
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system that is used to assess and score a candidate’s profile to rank them in the Express Entry pool. Candidates are assessed by the following criteria:
What are the Govt. visa application fees ?
Different fees are charged by the Canadian government for the submission of applications. This is not unique to the Canadian government, as many countries require application fees to be paid to the governing authority. The fees can range from being only a few hundred to thousands of dollars, depending on which visa program you are applying for, your family size and age (fees for children are lower than for adults). Payment is usually made when you send in your application and documents, but it really depends on the specific visa or program. You can pay the fee by credit card, bank draft, check or money order, in Canadian dollars.
An important point to note is that government fees are nonrefundable. This is why it is so vitally important to ensure your application is submitted correctly, with accurate information and at the correct time. Failure do to so will likely result in your application being denied, meaning you will lose any fees paid to the Canadian government. Our agents do their best to ensure that our client’s applications are submitted correctly, increasing the chances of a successful application.
What is the Professional Immigration Services Fee ?
Professional immigration services fees depend on your specific case, along with various factors such as:
In some cases the RCIC (under discretion) may agree on a more convenient payment plan that is tailored according to the client’s financial situation.
What is the length of the process ?
Applying for a visa can take time. Once all the required documents, forms and applications have been submitted, it usually takes up to eighteen months for the completion of the process, and in some cases even more. You should always be aware of the differences between the types of visas, the specific Canadian immigration Office that processes your application (processing time can vary between offices across Canada), and other factors that can greatly affect the process. You should also be aware that the processing time can only be estimated and can change without further notice, under the sole discretion of the Canadian government.
Express Entry is the exception to the above, as the Canadian Government aims to process applications much faster, with processing times from start to finish within 6 months.
What is the meaning of Right Of Permanent Residence Fee ?
The Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) is an amount that each applicant and his common-law partner must pay in order to get a Permanent Resident Visa. The fee is in the range of hundreds of Canadian dollars, and in the case of children, the requirement to pay the fee depends on their age. This fee is different from other governmental fees, and even if you are already in Canada, as an applicant, you are required to pay this fee. Please bear in mind that governmental fees are constantly changed by the Canadian legislature.
Can I include other family members in my application ?
Definitely. You are more than welcome to include any family member, even those who will eventually decide not to immigrate with you. By adding family members to your application, you provide them with a chance for a visa in the future.
Are there benefits to having relatives in Canada ?
That depends. There are points awarded for close relatives, if they are citizens or permanent residents. These have to be first degree relatives, such as parents and siblings or second degree relatives such as grandparents and grandchildren. In any case, it is important to study the details of your specific case and evaluate your status.
Are medical exams compulsory and what are the laws around them ?
As a rule, you must undergo medical examinations in order to apply for a visa. The Canadian government takes great care of its people and wishes to discourage any burden on its medical system. Therefore, applicants are required to undergo medical exams. If you have any healthcare issues, you are required to disclose them.
What are the requirements around a PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) ?
The Police Clearance Certificate is a requirement for all applicants aged 18 and above. The certificate is dependent on each country, as is the process of obtaining it. The law requires such a certificate from every country in which the applicant lived for over six months and it is a requirement which must be fulfilled in order to get a permanent resident or work permit visa.
What is the Interview Process ?
First, you should be aware that not all applicants are interviewed. If you are invited to an interview, it is usually in order to examine and assess the reliability of the documents and information you have submitted to the government. You will be required to present a coherent and honest case to convince the officials of your truthfulness.
What are the possible ways to look at increasing the CRS score ?
Your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is based on the following factors:
How do I get across the minimum entry criteria ?
You must meet all the requirements of the:
You must register with the Canadian Job Bank within 30 days unless:
You must have a Labour Market Impact Assessment in order to earn Comprehensive Ranking System points, unless you:
If you qualify for any of the Federal Programs, you have 30 days from when you submit your profile to complete the rest of the requirements like registering with the Job Bank. If you do not, your Express Entry profile cannot be activated.
What is the breakup of the FSW (Federal Skilled Worker Program} ?
The following factors affect your eligibility:
Work Experience
You must
Language Ability
You must:
Education
You must:
Proof of Funds
Additional Factors to Be Considered
How is the CRS calculated in terms of point spread ?
These are the factors that are used to calculate CRS Points
What entails a Legal Agent ?
A legal agent is an authorized representative that must be:
Note: An unauthorized agent will not be able to help you with your application.
How can you check whether your agent or consultant is authorized or not ?
If you want to ensure that your Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is an authorized consultant, you can check with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC).
The ICCRC’s website has a register of all the persons that are qualified to be Canadian Immigration Consultants. Any individual who claims to be a legal consultant will have a RCIC code. If there are no results for a person’s RCIC code, then they are not a legal Canadian Immigration Consultant.
Who is our authorized legal agent ?
Name : Maharaja, Archa Manojkumar
RCIC Registration Number : R705391
What is RCIC ?
A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is an authorized immigration and citizenship representative, who is hired to evaluate your Visa application and submit it on your behalf. In addition, an RCIC provides you with a beneficial strategy for your Visa options. An authorized RCIC is also a member of the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC).
RCICs are experts in the immigration field. They walk applicants through the overwhelming immigration system. At CanadianVisa.org, we have three professional RCICs to help you with the immigration process.
What is ICCRC ?
The Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) is a national regulatory body that oversees authorized immigration professionals. The regulatory body ensures that RCICs adhere to a professional code of conduct. The body also licenses professionals and processes complaints involving Canadian immigration.
Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act requires anyone who provides immigration or citizenship advice to be a member in good standing with the ICCRC.
Why hire an RCIC ?
Immigrating to a different country is an intricate process with a lot of paperwork, form submissions and tight deadlines. An RCIC takes care of these on your behalf, and makes your Visa application a lot easier than attempting it alone. Authorized consultants can get your application submitted correctly the first time around, ensuring that your application is fully optimized so that you stand a greater chance at success.
Each RCIC has experience dealing with the Canadian immigration process. They handle immigration matters both ethically and professionally, and will explain everything regarding your application process.
With more than 60 Visa options available, an RCIC can give you personalized assistance by mapping out the best immigration option for you, based on your personal objectives. Once an RCIC has submitted your application, you will be updated on your application status by your consultant, who will be there throughout the whole process.
If your first language is not English, it will be to your benefit to hire an RCIC to help you understand certain clauses and policies. An RCIC can assist you with information about language tests, employment applications and submission of all the correct documents needed for your application.
How does an RCIC save you time and money ?
Scared of a misstep during your application process that may delay your immigration application? The reality is that the Canadian Government website can be difficult to navigate in your search for the right forms or information you need to apply with. This is where a qualified RCIC comes into the picture. An RCIC will ensure that your application meets the requirements expected from the Canadian Immigration Authorities before you apply.
Immigration is a lengthy process that requires hours upon hours of paperwork, filing and documents. An RCIC will save you time and money by submitting your documents correctly and on time. There will be no need for lengthy phone calls to the Canadian government or re-submissions for incorrectly filled applications.
All in all, your RCIC will walk with you, ‘hand in hand’, through the process and lower your stress by taking care of those irritating details on your behalf.
Can you apply to the PNP using Express Entry ?
Yes, you can apply to the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) using Express Entry. Firstly, create an Express Entry profile. Then, there are two ways to apply for a provincial nomination under Express Entry:
You can contact the province or territory directly and apply for a nomination under their Express Entry stream:
You can contact the province or territory directly, and apply for a nomination under their Express Entry stream:
Note: If you are nominated by a Province or Territory, you are awarded an additional 600 points in the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System).
How to apply for Parent / Grandparent Super Visa ?
In order to qualify in for a Parent & Grandparent Super Visa there are some requirements you must meet. You must have a child/grandchild who is either:
Besides meeting all of the requirements above, an immigration officer may also question you on the following.
How do I get across the minimum entry criteria ?
You must meet all the requirements of the:
You must register with the Canadian Job Bank within 30 days unless:
You must have a Labour Market Impact Assessment in order to earn Comprehensive Ranking System points, unless you:
If you qualify for any of the Federal Programs, you have 30 days from when you submit your profile to complete the rest of the requirements like registering with the Job Bank. If you do not, your Express Entry profile cannot be activated.
What is the breakup of the FSW (Federal Skilled Worker Program} ?
The following factors affect your eligibility:
Work Experience
You must
Language Ability
You must:
Education
You must:
Proof of Funds
Additional Factors to Be Considered
How is the CRS calculated in terms of point spread ?
These are the factors that are used to calculate CRS Points
What entails a Legal Agent ?
A legal agent is an authorized representative that must be:
Note: An unauthorized agent will not be able to help you with your application.
How can you check whether your agent or consultant is authorized or not ?
If you want to ensure that your Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is an authorized consultant, you can check with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC).
The ICCRC’s website has a register of all the persons that are qualified to be Canadian Immigration Consultants. Any individual who claims to be a legal consultant will have a RCIC code. If there are no results for a person’s RCIC code, then they are not a legal Canadian Immigration Consultant.
Who is our authorized legal agent ?
Name : Maharaja, Archa Manojkumar
RCIC Registration Number : R705391
What is RCIC ?
A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is an authorized immigration and citizenship representative, who is hired to evaluate your Visa application and submit it on your behalf. In addition, an RCIC provides you with a beneficial strategy for your Visa options. An authorized RCIC is also a member of the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC).
RCICs are experts in the immigration field. They walk applicants through the overwhelming immigration system. At CanadianVisa.org, we have three professional RCICs to help you with the immigration process.
What is ICCRC ?
The Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) is a national regulatory body that oversees authorized immigration professionals. The regulatory body ensures that RCICs adhere to a professional code of conduct. The body also licenses professionals and processes complaints involving Canadian immigration.
Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act requires anyone who provides immigration or citizenship advice to be a member in good standing with the ICCRC.
Why hire an RCIC ?
Immigrating to a different country is an intricate process with a lot of paperwork, form submissions and tight deadlines. An RCIC takes care of these on your behalf, and makes your Visa application a lot easier than attempting it alone. Authorized consultants can get your application submitted correctly the first time around, ensuring that your application is fully optimized so that you stand a greater chance at success.
Each RCIC has experience dealing with the Canadian immigration process. They handle immigration matters both ethically and professionally, and will explain everything regarding your application process.
With more than 60 Visa options available, an RCIC can give you personalized assistance by mapping out the best immigration option for you, based on your personal objectives. Once an RCIC has submitted your application, you will be updated on your application status by your consultant, who will be there throughout the whole process.
If your first language is not English, it will be to your benefit to hire an RCIC to help you understand certain clauses and policies. An RCIC can assist you with information about language tests, employment applications and submission of all the correct documents needed for your application.
How does an RCIC save you time and money ?
Scared of a misstep during your application process that may delay your immigration application? The reality is that the Canadian Government website can be difficult to navigate in your search for the right forms or information you need to apply with. This is where a qualified RCIC comes into the picture. An RCIC will ensure that your application meets the requirements expected from the Canadian Immigration Authorities before you apply.
Immigration is a lengthy process that requires hours upon hours of paperwork, filing and documents. An RCIC will save you time and money by submitting your documents correctly and on time. There will be no need for lengthy phone calls to the Canadian government or re-submissions for incorrectly filled applications.
All in all, your RCIC will walk with you, ‘hand in hand’, through the process and lower your stress by taking care of those irritating details on your behalf.
Can you apply to the PNP using Express Entry ?
Yes, you can apply to the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) using Express Entry. Firstly, create an Express Entry profile. Then, there are two ways to apply for a provincial nomination under Express Entry:
You can contact the province or territory directly and apply for a nomination under their Express Entry stream:
You can contact the province or territory directly, and apply for a nomination under their Express Entry stream:
Note: If you are nominated by a Province or Territory, you are awarded an additional 600 points in the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System).
How to apply for Parent / Grandparent Super Visa ?
In order to qualify in for a Parent & Grandparent Super Visa there are some requirements you must meet. You must have a child/grandchild who is either:
Besides meeting all of the requirements above, an immigration officer may also question you on the following.