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While each program to migrate to Canada has different criteria, a few things are in common. Canadian immigration officials will typically assess migration applications based on:
Educational Profile
Professional Profile
IELTS score
French language skills if migrating to Quebec
References & legal documentation
Canadian employment documentation
As a UK citizen, you need to:
Factors | Points |
Education | Maximum 25 point |
Language | Minimum 16 points and Maximum 28 points |
Employment Experience |
Minimum 9 points and Maximum 15 points |
Age Limit | Maximum 12 points |
Arranged Employment | 0 or 10 points |
Adaptability | Maximum 10 points |
Visa Types |
Duration |
Express Entry Visa |
6 Months |
Study Permit & Student Visa |
1-5 Months |
Visitor Visa |
141 Days |
Work Permits |
2 Weeks |
PR Card Processing Time |
120 Days |
PR Card Renewal Processing Time |
120 Days |
LMIA Processing Time |
10 Days |
Canadian Citizenship Processing Time |
24 Months |
Canada Spousal Sponsorship Processing Time |
13-17 Months |
Super Visa Processing Time |
4-6 Months |
Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) |
2-6 Months |
Fees |
Amount |
Electronic Travel Authorization |
CAD 7 |
International Experience Canada |
CAD 161 |
Study Permit |
CAD 150 |
Restore student status |
CAD 350 |
Temporary resident permit |
CAD 200 |
Visitor Visa |
CAD 100 |
Extension of visitor visa |
CAD 100 |
Restore visitor visa |
CAD 200 |
Work Permit |
CAD 155 |
Open work permit holder |
CAD 100 |
Restore work permit |
CAD 355 |
Express Entry |
CAD 2300 (single) CAD 4500 (couple) |
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