When you are setting out to migrate to Canada, it is not possible for you to know each and every thing involved in the process. You might even not know the ways you can move out and which one is the most convenient to you. So, it is always better to be informed and know your options.

5 Ways To Immigrate To Canada

1. Study Permit:

A study permit is specifically designed for students who wish to move to Canada and pursue a course in a Canadian institution. Once you are accepted in a course and have paid the tuition, you will be allowed to apply for a study permit. Students on a study permit can also extend it to other types of work permits as long as their course of study is being pursued. You can not apply for a study permit if you do not meet the following requirements:

1. You are at least 18 years old.
2. You have at least 2 years of full-time study.
3. Your course of study must be a Canadian degree, graduate certificate, or another recognized equivalent to a Canadian degree or diploma program.
4. It is not possible to apply for an open work permit while holding a study permit.

2. Express Entry Program:

This is one of the fastest ways of immigrating to Canada. Candidates who wish to move to Canada under this method, must meet certain basic requirements similar to that of the Federal Skilled Worker Program and many more. To be eligible for this program, you must:

1. Be 18 years of age or older.
2. Have a valid offer of arranged employment from a Canadian employer within a field that is on the National Occupational Classification list or classified as Skill Type 0 Management Occupations or Skill Level A or B in NOC.
3. Meet the minimum language proficiency requirements for your chosen province.

If you pursue this way of migrating to Canada, you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) on your profile from the Government of Canada and with that, you will be able to apply for permanent residency.

You must also have proof of stable funds to sustain in Canada for at least six months.

3. Family Sponsorship:

If you already have family in Canada, you can move to Canada by this method. You will have to meet a series of requirements before you can be determined eligible. If chosen for Family Class sponsorship, as a member of the family class, you may be admitted to Canada as a permanent resident. Your sponsor must:

1. Sign an undertaking stating that they will provide financial support for your first year in Canada, unless you are employed, and they are able to prove their ability to financially support you.
2. Be at least 18 years of age.
3. Be of appropriate and approved relation to the sponsor.
4. Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
5. Prove that they can provide accommodation for you in Canada, including the right to live with them, or that they will make arrangements for you to have accommodation and support until you are able to support yourself.

If chosen through this way of migrating to Canada, the sponsor will have to submit an application on your behalf and within such time from the date of landing in Canada as prescribed, they will be expected to submit all proofs confirming your relationship with them.

4. Provincial Nominee Program: 

If you are a skilled worker, already have a job offer in Canada and you know French or English, you can apply to the Provincial Nominee Program. This program allows provinces and territories to select skilled workers they want to attract within their jurisdiction. Choose the province that interests you and find out whether they have a Provincial Nominee Program.

If accepted in the program, as a member of the Provincial Nominee Class, you may be admitted to Canada as a permanent resident.

5. Start Up Visa Program:

If you are an entrepreneur or a self-employed worker, you can apply to the Start Up Visa Program. This program allows startups of innovative companies that have a high growth potential to attract entrepreneurial foreign workers. The program has two streams: one for innovative entrepreneurs and the other for experienced business people.

If accepted, as a member of the Start-Up Visa Class you may be admitted to Canada as a permanent resident. If you’re migrating to Canada through this route, make sure to review all the eligibility criteria thoroughly and keep a business plan ready with yourself with fool proof information and knowledge base.

Through this list, you are now aware of what different ways you can pursue for4 immigration to Canada. But for taking out any one of the options or to decide which one would be the best for you, you need some professional support, which we at Top Visa Advisors are elated to offer you. Contact us today at tel:+44 20 7097 1477 to know more.