Want to migrate to a new country to build a new career or settle there for a better standard of living amidst scenic landscapes? Canada is the destination for you. Its top-class education system, a wide range of job opportunities, superior healthcare system, a more welcoming environment for immigrants make it one of the ideal places to migrate and eventually settle down.
There are several immigration programs available for those who want to migrate to Canada. Depending on the purpose, you can determine which type of visa is suitable for you. You must remember that even the fastest immigration programs may take a lot of time and you must have patience till you get the visa. The processing time may differ depending on the situation.
Each visa program will have different eligibility criteria which you need to fulfill. Since Canada immigration works on a points-based system, each eligibility criteria will have pre-determined scores and they are awarded based on your documents.
In this article, we’ll discuss in detail the various visa options available and eligibility requirements.
What are the main Canada Immigration options?
Canada Express Entry Program:
Canada Express Entry is a famous immigration program specifically designed for skilled workers. Most skilled professionals who want to work in Canada, apply through Express Entry programs. There are several visas issued in this category such as:
- Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) Program
- Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):
Those who apply through this program must have a nomination from one of the provinces in
Canada. The nomination will fetch them more points to get qualified for this visa. Some of the visas issued under this program are:
- Ontario Immigration
- Quebec Immigration
- Alberta Immigration
- British Columbia Immigration
Quebec Immigration:
Quebec is one of the provinces in Canada that follows a different visa pathway for immigrants. Those who are applying for this program can apply for:
- Regular Skilled Worker Program – French-speaking foreign workers
- Quebec Experience Program – French-speaking international student graduates
- Quebec Permanent Immigration Pilot Programs – food processing workers, orderlies, and tech workers
Family sponsorship:
As the name suggests, this program is for immigrants who want to take their families along with them from the UAE to Canada.
- Spouse
- Children
- Common-in law partner
- Grandparents
Investor program:
Individuals who want to start a new business or invest in a business in Canada must apply for this program. The visa will help you stay in Canada and continue your business.
What are the eligibility requirements to apply for Canada Immigration?
The requirements differ from one visa program to another. However, there are certain common eligibility criteria that you should match. They are as follows:
- You must score at least 67 total points in the Canada Points Calculator
- You must have passed English proficiency tests like IELTS with a score of (6 & above)
- You must be 18 years old or above
- You should have at least completed higher secondary education which is equivalent to higher secondary education in Canada
- You should at least have 1 year of work experience in the same sector which you are applying for in Canada
- You can migrate to Canada with or without a job offer, however nomination from a Canadian employer will fetch extra points
If you match all the eligibility criteria then you can go ahead and submit your application for a visa for any of the pathways mentioned earlier depending on your job and other requirements.