Canada has, since time immemorial, been primed as the destination of migration for the betterment of life. Ready for the pick are numerous bounties for a Pakistani who succeeds in getting permanent residency in Canada: health facilities, educational opportunities, and job operations, amongst others. In this blog, we will guide you on how to apply for Canadian Permanent Residency in Canada and related topics, eligibility criteria, and the process, with a few additional tips.
Understanding Permanent Residency in Canada
It means a person can live, work, or study anywhere in Canada. Permanent residency in Canada enjoy almost all of the same rights and responsibilities, except some healthcare benefits and some social benefits. Voting rights for Canadian residents are an exception within many things a Canadian citizen can enjoy. A permanent residency in Canada is one, who takes the first step towards Canadian citizenship.
Eligibility Criteria for Permanent Residency
Express Entry System
The skilled worker would most often take this pathway for obtaining permanent residency in Canada, particularly through the following means:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Each program would have specific eligibility criteria for work experience, education, and language proficiency.
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Have at least one year of continuous full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in the last ten years in a skilled occupation.
- The minimum language proficiency threshold in either English or French [CLB 7]
- Have a Canadian Secondary or Post-secondary certificate/diploma and/or degree or its foreign credential equivalent
- Have proof of funds to accommodate himself or herself and any dependent family members when he or she is in Canada.
- Score a minimum of 67 points on the FSWP points grid, which determines age, education, work experience, and adaptability, among others.
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
To qualify for the Federal Skilled Trades Program, you must:
- Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience in a skilled trade in the last five years.
- Meet the minimum language proficiency requirements of a CLB 5 in speaking and listening and a 4 in reading and writing.
- Any one-year full-time job offer in an eligible occupation or a certificate of qualification in his/her eligible skilled trade.
- Showing adequate funds for supporting self and family in Canada.
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- This category is for those who have worked in Canada and have some skilled work experience. The steps that must be followed are:
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Have at least a minimum level of language proficiency (CLB 7 in NOC 0 or A jobs and CLB 5 in NOC B jobs).
- There need be no requirement of any particular educational eligibility.
- PNPs
- There are different Provincial Nominee Programs for different provinces and territories in Canada, tailored to meet their exacting economic needs.
- Each PNP is based on different eligibility criteria and has a different process of application.
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Family Sponsorship
If you have close family members who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, they can sponsor you for permanent residency in Canada their own right. Eligible sponsors include spouses and common-law partners who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents conjugal partners dependent children parents grandparents
The Application Process
Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility.
Before you apply, you need to see which immigration option you may be eligible for. You can do this by following the eligibility explained above and using tools described on the IRCC website.
Step 2: Gather Required Documents
When going through the application process for permanent residency in Canada, you are going to need several documents. These documents include:
- A passport or a travel document
- Language test results
- Educational Credential Assessment report
- Proof of funds
- Job offer (if applicable)
- Provincial nomination (if applicable)
Step 3: Create an Express Entry Profile
Once you have all the required documents, make your profile on the Express Entry online. When you get a profile, you get a request for information like your skills, work experience, language ability, education, and other details.
Step 4: Get Your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score
On submitting your profile, you will obtain a score in the Comprehensive Ranking System. This is a points-based ranking system in which your profile ranks based on your age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. The higher the CRS score, the more the chances of getting an ITA for permanent residence.
Step 5: Improve Your CRS Score
If your CRS is below the high enough score to receive an invitation to apply, there are several ways to be better placed.
- Retake additional language exams to secure a higher language score.
- Get more relevant work experience.
- Get a valid job offer from an employer.
- Apply for provincial nomination and receive your provincial nomination.
Step 6: Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
The IRCC regularly conducts the Express Entry draw and invites applicants with the highest CRS scores to apply for permanent residency. If you have been invited, you will have 60 days to submit your complete application for permanent residency.
Step 7: Submit Your Application for Permanent Residency in Canada
After ITA is received online of the filled application of permanent residence. This application includes all the necessary documents and payment of application fees. It is the goal of IRCC to finish most applications submitted through Express Entry within six months.
Tips for Pakistani Applicants
Understand the NOC System
The NOC job classification system is a requirement in applying for jobs in Canada. Make sure the work experience you have matches the NOC codes for skilled occupations (NOC 0 A or B).
Improve Language Proficiency
Language Proficiency is the biggest booster in the CRS score. Write language courses again and appear for the IELTS or the CELPIP to boost your score.
Get Your Educational Credentials Assessed
Make sure your foreign credentials are recognized in Canada by getting an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) done through a recognized community organization.
Stay Updated on Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Most provinces have their immigration programs that are tied to Express Entry. Be informed about the newest PNPs relevant to the time and try to apply for provincial nomination to improve your CRS score.
Be Prepared for Proof of Funds
Ensure that you have enough money to support your family and yourself when you come to Canada. The amount you need will depend on how many family members you and your family have.
Conclusion
You stand to gain a life-changing opportunity by acquiring Canadian permanent residency in Canada for you and your family. Understand eligibility, gather documents, increase your CRS score, and ultimately be on your way to success. Stay informed, and ready, and step into a new, brighter tenure in Canada.
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