Candidates applying for Canada PR via the express entry program must go through a points-based system. The Express Entry system is further divided into three major categories –
Overseas skilled workers can apply through the Federal Skilled Workers Program to apply for a Canada PR. This immigration category was introduced in 2015 to support skilled workers to visit and settle in Canada.
80 different PNP programs are offered by Canada that come with different sets of eligibility criteria. The PNP draws help Canadian provinces achieve their target of immigration requirements by facilitating jobs for skilled workers who can fill the in-demand occupations and labor shortages.
The common factor in most PNP programs is that the candidates must be associated with the province related to employment or education.
Some of the most notable and well-known PNP programs for Canada PR are –
Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria and the requirements can apply for the Canada PR within seven simple steps. You can get your Canada PR application processed by following the basic steps.
Canada offers five different pathways to guide you through the PR process.
Quick facts: Canada maintained a monthly average of 23,000 new PR landings annually. |
The eligibility for Canada PR is given below:
The primary requirement for Canada PR is to score at least 67 points. Below are the scoring factors that can help you fulfill the requirements criteria.
Candidates must be associated with any Canadian province to apply for a PR visa via the PNP program. Candidates with an employment contract from a province-based employer can apply via the PNP program.
A compulsory 67 out of 100 points are required to qualify under the program.
UAE expats seeking a Canada PR visa must fulfill the eligibility and requirements criteria.
Follow the simple steps given below to apply your Canada PR from Dubai.
Step 1: Get your language proficiency test results via IELTS and obtain the required eligibility score before starting the Canada PR application process.
Step 2: Apply as per the requirements of your chosen immigration program.
Step 3: Present the original copies of the requirements.
(Note: Work experience & education requirements need prior verification.)
Step 4: Sort out the requirements and Canada’s proof of funds. Arrange for the police clearance certification and medical certificate.
Step 5: Sort out the additional requirements that can be asked for during the examination conducted by the immigration officer.
Step 6: You will be sent a confirmation regarding your Canada PR status and will receive a confirmation of permanent residence (COPR) card.
Step 7: Register for the PR card and migrate to the Canadian country.
The classifications of PR applicants that require an ECA are given below –
There are a few designated organizations that manage and supervise the issuance of ECA certificates.
The list of institutions that can give you the ECA is mentioned below –
MCC – Medical Council of Canada | 2023 | applicable to |
Account registration | 310 | All candidates are required to pay a one-time, non-refundable account fee |
Document fee (SVR) | 190 | A document fee is charged per each medical credential document submitted for (SVR) source verification request |
Translation fee | 140 | A translation fee is charged per page to be translated (non-refundable) |
ECA report fee | 120 | Education credential assessment report fee |
Cancellation and reimbursement fee on (document evaluation) | 65 | Only if the document has not yet been processed by mcc, then a cancellation and reimbursement can be requested against the document fee. |
*The organization you chose for the ECA must depend on your type of occupation.
You can avail of multiple benefits with a Canada PR visa.
Some of the benefits are listed below –
If you are an international student or a foreign worker, you must specifically apply for a Canada PR visa.
If you are a refugee from a different country, you must seek approval from the IRCC and then apply for the PR.
A Canada PR visa is a direct pathway to permanent Canadian residency status. A Canada PR visa is valid for five years, during which the visa holder can reside, learn, and work in the country.
The table given below lists the do’s and don’ts that a Canada PR visa holder has –
Do’s | Don’ts |
Canada PR holders get equal access to social benefits similar to the Canadian citizens. It also includes healthcare coverage. | Canada PR holders cannot vote or run for any political elections. |
Canada PR holders can live, study, or work at any location in Canada. | Canada PR holders cannot hold certain government jobs that require a high-level security clearance. |
Canada PR holders are eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship. | |
Canada PR holders will be protected under the Canadian charter of rights and freedoms and Canadian law. |
As per the recent StatCan reports, there are over 1 million job opportunities in Canada for skilled overseas professionals.
The table below lists Canada’s most in-demand job professions with average salaries.
Occupation | Average salary in CAD |
Sales representative | $52,000 to $64,000 |
Accountant | $63,000 to $75,000 |
Engineering project manager | $74,000 to $92,000 |
Business analyst | $73,000 to $87,000 |
IT Project manager | $92,000 to $114,000 |
Account manager | $75,000 to $92,000 |
Software engineer | $83,000 to $99,000 |
Human resources | $59,000 to $71,000 |
Customer service representative | $37,000 to $43,000 |
Administrative assistant | $37,000 to $46,000 |
The cost of Canada PR is 515 CAD or 1,472 AED. The detailed costs for the application fee, along with other charges, are mentioned below.
Category | Fees |
ECA fees | 250-500 Canadian dollars (714-1429 AED approx)* |
Visa | |
Primary applicant | 850 CAD (2429 AED)* |
Secondary applicant | 850 CAD (2429 AED)* |
Right of permanent residence permit visa | |
Primary applicant | 515 CAD ( 1472 AED approx)* |
Secondary applicant | 515 CAD (1472 AED approx)* |
Children less than 22 years | 230 CAD (657 AED approx)* |
IELTS fee (in Dubai) | AED 1260* |
Medical fee | 900 AED and 500 AED per kid |
The processing time for Canada PR generally takes 6 to 8 months, depending on the type of immigration program.
* Note: If you have applied through the Express Entry program, you must apply within 90 days if you get an invitation to apply.
Disclaimer: Fees for IELTS/CELPIP/PTE may change without prior notice.
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September 25, 2023
NewFoundland and Labrador’s Virtual Immigration Fair: East & Southeast Asia
Canadian province, Newfoundland and Labrador is open for Virtual Immigration Fair for individuals from East and Southeast Asia. Interested candidates can register online via the official website to attend a live Immigration Program session with the Immigration officers in NFL. Candidates will also get an opportunity to network with potential Canadian employers. Don't delay, Register now!
September 24, 2023
Around 60% of Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs) are employed in their course of study in Canada, as per Statistics Canada!
The latest reports released by Statistics Canada revealed that 58% of IEHPs in Canada are said to be working in their field of study, and out of the 259,694 IEHPs in Canada, around 76% of the professionals were employed.
September 23, 2023
Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario and PEI invited 2,115 candidates in 3rd week of September 2023
Canada PNP Draws: 2,115 candidates were invited via the 3rd week of September, 2023 PNP draws. Five Canadian provinces, namely, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island and Ontario conducted the draws, with a CRS score range of 40-723. Ontario issued the highest number of invitations to 671 candidates.
The table given below has details of the PNP draws in the Week 3 of September 2023.
PNPs |
Date of the Draw |
Categories |
No of candidates invited |
Minimum CRS score |
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) |
September 21, 2023 |
Skilled Worker in Manitoba, All occupations, International Education Stream & Skilled Worker Overseas |
620 |
612-723 |
September 19, 2023 |
Skilled Worker & International Graduate |
225 |
60-111 |
|
September 12 & 14, 2023 |
Alberta Express Entry |
442 |
301-383 |
|
September 21, 2023 |
Business Work Permit Entrepreneur & Labour & Express Entry Invitations |
157 |
80 |
|
September 19 & 21, 2023 |
Masters Graduate stream, PhD Graduate stream & French-Speaking Skilled Worker stream |
671 |
40-434 |
Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario and PEI invited 2,115 candidates in 3rd week of September 2023
September 21, 2023
First-ever Express Entry draw for Transport Occupations issued 1000 ITAs
IRCC conducted the first-ever Express Entry draw for Transport Occupation. The draw was held on 20 September 2023 and issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 1000 candidates. The CRS score required to receive an ITA was set at 435. The table given below has the list of occupations along with the NOC codes that are eligible for the Transport Occupation category.
Occupation |
2021 NOC code | 2021 TEER category |
Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors | 93200 | 3 |
Transport truck drivers | 73300 | 3 |
Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators | 72604 | 2 |
Engineer officers, water transport | 72603 | 2 |
Deck officers, water transport | 72602 | 2 |
Air traffic controllers and related occupations | 72601 | 2 |
Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors | 72600 | 2 |
Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors | 72404 | 2 |
Railway Carmen/women | 72403 | 2 |
Managers in transportation | 70020 | 0 |
First-ever Express Entry draw for Transport Occupations issued 1000 ITAs
September 20, 2023
Express Entry #263 draw invited 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR
The IRCC conducted the first Express Entry Draw for September on 19 September 2023. The #263 Express Entry draw invited 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR with a CRS score of 531. It was an All-program draw and selected candidates from FSTP, FSWP, CEC and PNP immigration programs.
Express Entry #263 draw invited 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR
September 19, 2023
British Columbia and Ontario conducted PNP draws on 19 September 2023
Canadian provinces British Columbia and Ontario held PNP draws on 19 September 2023. Ontario issued 608 invites via the Masters Graduate stream and the Ph.D. Graduate steam with a CRS score of 41>, while British Columbia issued Skills Immigration invitations to 225 candidates via the PNP draw with a CRS score range of 60-111.
September 16, 2023
BC and Quebec invited 1,626 candidates in the second week of September 2023
Two Canadian provinces held PNP Draws in the second week of September 2023. 1,626 eligible candidates were issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a CRS scale of 60-586. British Columbia and Quebec conducted the draws via Skills Immigration Invitations, Entrepreneur Immigration Invitations and Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP).
BC and Quebec invited 1,626 candidates in the second week of September 2023
September 15, 2023
IRCC releases a new update to the Parents and Grandparents Program 2023
The IRCC recently announced a major update to the Parents and Grandparents Program 2023. The IRCC will now accept around 15,000 applications for sponsorship via the PGP for 2023. 24,200 potential candidates will start receiving Invitation To Apply (ITAs) from the IRCC on October 10, 2023.
September 14, 2023
British Columbia issued Skills Immigration invitations to 183 candidates!
British Columbia conducted a PNP Draw on September 12, 2023 and issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 183 candidates. The draw targeted Tech, Child Care and Healthcare occupations with a minimum CRS score range of 60-88. The draw was held via the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams.
September 13, 2023
PEI's International Recruitment Drive: Spotlight on Singapore
Prince Edward Island (PEI) will be holding an International Recruitment Drive for Singapore in October, 2023. Skilled workers from all sectors who wish to migrate to Canada for work are eligible to participate in the event. Interested candidates can submit their application via the online registration process. The table given below has the list of sectors & occupations that are eligible for enrollment in the International Recruitment event.
Industrial Sector |
Field of Work |
Healthcare |
Caregiver |
Registered Nurse |
|
Doctor |
|
Other healthcare field of work |
|
Education |
Early Childhood Educators |
Elementary Teachers |
|
Secondary Teachers |
|
Other education field of work |
|
Trades |
Electrician |
Mechanic |
|
Carpenter |
|
Plumber |
|
PipeFitter and Steamfitter |
|
Painter |
|
Heating and cooling technician |
|
Other trade |
|
IT |
Web Developer/Programmer |
Cyber Security Analyst |
|
Software Engineer |
|
Other IT field of work |
|
Construction |
Construction Helper |
Roofer |
|
Other construction field of work |
|
Hospitality |
Housekeeper |
Cook |
|
Other hospitality field of work |
|
Trucking Industry |
Truck driver |
Dispatcher |
|
Heavy duty mechanic |
|
Other trucking industry field of work |
|
Manufacturing |
Machine Operator |
Manufacturing Worker |
|
Meat Cutter |
|
Other manufacturing field of work |
PEI's International Recruitment Drive: Spotlight on Singapore
September 4, 2023
Transition period for Distance learning measures to be extended to December, 2023
Following the pandemic travel constraints, IRCC decided to lift online restrictions for international students who were:
As per the recent announcement by the IRCC, the distance learning measures will now be extended to December 2023. Candidates who completed at least 50% of PGWP-eligible studies from outside Canada can hold eligibility for a PGWP (post-graduation work permit) until December 31, 2023.
September 2, 2023
The IRCC website to be under Maintenance on September 6, 2023
The official website of IRCC is set to be under maintenance on the 6th of September, 2023. Candidates are advised to complete the ITA/EE profile creation and submission by September 4th. This online service will be unavailable from 12:00 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 5, 2023 Eastern time, in order to perform system maintenance.
September 1, 2023
Canada PNP August 2023 round-up: 15,354 ITAs were issued
31 PNP Draws were conducted in the month of August 2023, issuing 15,354 ITAs (Invitations to Apply). Canadian provinces namely, Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba, PEI and Quebec conducted the draw. Ontario invited the highest number of candidates with 9,906 invitations.
August 2023 Canada PNP draws |
||
Province Name |
Date |
Invitations Issued |
August 1-August 26, 2023 |
815 |
|
August 1-August 29, 2023 |
937 |
|
August 1-August 30, 2023 |
9906 |
|
August 10-August 31, 2023 |
1526 |
|
August 03-August 31, 2023 |
222 |
|
August 10, 2023 |
1306 |
|
August 16, 2023 |
642 |
|
Total no. of invitations issued in August 2023 |
15,354 |
Canada PNP August 2023 round-up: 15,354 ITAs were issued
September 1, 2023
Canada Express Entry monthly round-up: 8,600 ITAs issued in August 2023
IRCC conducted four Canada Express Entry draws in the month of August, 2023. 8,600 candidates were issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a CRS score range of 388-517. Trades occupation, French language proficiency and two All-program categories were targeted for the draws.
Draw No. |
Date | Invitations issued | Reference links |
262 | Aug 15, 2023 | 4300 | Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 4300 ITAs |
261 | Aug 03, 2023 | 1500 | First Express Entry Trade Occupation Specific Draw issued 1500 ITAs |
260 | Aug 02, 2023 | 800 | IRCC held a targeted Express Entry Draw and invited 800 French speakers |
259 | Aug 01, 2023 | 2000 | Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 2000 ITAs |
Canada Express Entry monthly round-up: 8,600 ITAs issued in August 2023
August 31, 2023
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, and Ontario invited 1095 candidates in 5th week of August 2023
Three Canadian provinces held PNP Draws in the 5th week of August 2023. Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario issued 1,095 Invitations to apply (ITAs) via the PNP draws with a CRS score range of 44-302. The draws were held under the EEBC, Alberta Express Entry Draw and Master’s Graduate stream.
PNP |
Date | Streams | No. of candidates | CRS score |
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) | 29-Aug-23 | EEBC Stream | 155 | 60-88 |
Ontario PNP Draw (OINP) | 30-Aug-23 | Masters Graduate stream | 772 | 44 & above |
Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AAIP) | 24-Aug-23 | Alberta Express Entry Draw | 168 | 302 |
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, and Ontario invited 1095 candidates in 5th week of August 2023
August 29, 2023
British Columbia issues 155 ITAs via the latest BC PNP Draw!
British Columbia conducted a targeted BC PNP draw on 29 August 2023, via the Skilled Worker and International Graduate streams. The draw issued 155 ITAs (Invitations to Apply) to eligible candidates with a CRS score range of 60-88. The BC PNP draw targeted the Tech, Healthcare, Childcare and other priority occupations.
August 28, 2023
Work in Canada Virtual Job Fair. Register now for New Brunswick’s Multi-Sector Recruitment Event 2023
Canada is inviting skilled workers to work in New Brunswick via the New Brunswick Multi-Sector Recruitment Event 2023. Online registrations will be available for candidates from Casablanca, Morocco & Brussels, Belgium can register online in the month of September.
2023 NB Virtual Recruitment Various Sectors
August 27, 2023
Canada has 700 job openings for Optometrists in the next nine years!
Canada reportedly has around 17,900 job openings for optometrists, chiropractors along with other health and diagnosing positions from 2022-2031. Eligible candidates can migrate to Canada as optometrists via Express Entry streams like Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The annual average salary for optometrists in Canada ranges from $27,446 to $86,115.
August 26, 2023
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, and Manitoba issued 1256 invitations in 4th week of August 2023
Three Canadian provinces conducted PNP draws in the fourth week of August 2023. Alberta, Manitoba and British Columbia collectively invited 1,256 eligible candidates via the draws. The minimum CRS score range for the Draws was 60-724.
PNP |
Date |
Streams |
No. of candidates |
CRS score |
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) |
22-Aug-23 |
Skilled Worker, International Graduate, Entry-level and Semi-skilled,Express Entry candidates. |
230 |
60-109 |
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) |
24-Aug-23 |
Skilled Worker in Manitoba, All occupations, International Education Stream, Skilled Worker Overseas |
623 |
612-724 |
Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AAIP) |
15-08-2023 to 22-08-2023 |
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program |
403 |
303-408 |
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, and Manitoba issued 1256 invitations in 4th week of August 2023
August 24, 2023
Canada ranked as a top destination for Immigrant Entrepreneurs in 2023!
As per the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Canada ranked top for being an ideal destination for immigrant entrepreneurs and start-up founders. According to the Indicators of Talent Attractiveness, the ranking system of OECD, Canada amassed 25% across all the framework factors. Immigrants can opt for the Canada Start-up Visa program to migrate to Canada as an entrepreneur or a start-up founder.
August 23, 2023
Alberta issues 615 NOIs in the first four weeks of August 2023
Alberta conducted six AAIP draws from August 1, 2023 to August 22, 2023 and issued Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to 615 eligible candidates. The minimum CRS score range for the draws was set at 303-408. The table given below has complete details of the AAIP Draws held in August 2023 so far.
Date of the Draw |
Total NOIs issued | Priority sector | CRS score |
August 22, 2023 | 89 | Construction occupation | 303 |
August 16, 2023 | 300 | Tourism and Hospitality occupation | 408 |
August 15, 2023 | 14 | Healthcare occupation | 326 |
August 3, 2023 | 201 | Family connections & primary occupation in-demand | 315 |
August 1, 2023 | 43 | Agriculture & Healthcare occupation | 317-322 |
August 22, 2023
British Columbia issues 230 ITAs via Skills Immigration Invitations!
British Columbia conducted a PNP draw on 22 August 2023 and invited 230 eligible candidates. The draw was conducted under the Skilled Worker, International Graduate & Entry Level and Semi-Skilled streams with a minimum CRS score range of 60-109. One General draw and three targeted draws for Healthcare, Childcare and other priority occupations were held in the latest BC PNP draw.
August 21, 2023
Canada announces Recognized Employer Pilot program!
Canada announced to launch the Recognized Employer Pilot program for temporary foreign workers. The Recognized Employer Pilot program will operate under the TFWP (Temporary Foreign Worker Program) and is set to be launched in September 2023. Employers will be given access to LMIAs (Labor Market Impact Assessments) with validity for up to 36 months (about 3 years). The basic eligibility for employers who wish to take part in the REP program is for them to have 3 positive LMIAs in the past 5 years, for the same occupation that is mentioned in the list of designated occupations.
August 20, 2023
Canada Express Entry Occupation Draws target 82 jobs!
The Express Entry Draws are targeting 82 jobs in the Trades, Technology, Healthcare, Transport, Agriculture & French speakers' occupations. The basic eligibility criteria for selection in the Occupation Draws is for candidates to have a minimum of 6 months of prior work experience in the past 3 years within or outside Canada. The decision of targeting jobs in specific occupations is taken to help deal with the ongoing labor market changes in Canada.
August 19, 2023
Canada PNP Draws: BC, Ontario, PEI, Quebec and Saskatchewan issued 7,915 invitations in 3rd week of August 2023
Five Canadian provinces conducted PNP Draws in the 3rd week of August 2023. British Columbia, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Ontario & Prince Edward Island led the draws and issued invites to 7,915 candidates. The minimum CRS score range for the draw was 60-591. Ontario issued the highest number of invites to 5,450 candidates.
August 18, 2023
PEI issued 142 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) via the latest EOI Draw
Prince Edward Island issued 142 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) via the recent EOI Draw. The draw was conducted on August 17, 2023, under the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur and Labour & Express Entry Invitations category. The minimum points for Business Invitations were set at 102.
August 17, 2023
Saskatchewan invites 642 eligible candidates via SINP Draw!
Saskatchewan conducted a SINP draw on 16th August 2023 and issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 642 eligible candidates. The draw was held under Occupations in-demand and Express Entry categories with a minimum CRS score of 60.
August 16, 2023
Save $40,000 on your first home in Canada
Canada announced a tax-free First Home savings account for Canadians. Canadian citizens can contribute $8000 yearly within 15 years as the first down payment for the house. Seven financial institutions are issuing First-home savings accounts from April 1, 2023.
Save $40,000 on your first home in Canada
August 15, 2023
Canada issued 4300 ITAs in the latest Express Entry Draw
IRCC conducted an All-program Express Entry draw on 15th August 2023. The Draw issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 4,300 eligible candidates with a minimum CRS score of 496. This is the second All-program Draw to be conducted in August 2023.
Canada issued 4300 ITAs in the latest Express Entry Draw
August 14, 2023
Canada PNP Draws: BC, Manitoba invited 810 candidates in 2nd week of August 2023
Two Canadian provinces, Manitoba and British Columbia conducted PNP draws in the second week of August 2023. The provinces invited 810 eligible candidates with a CRS cut-off score range of 60-708.
Canada PNP Draws: BC, Manitoba invited 810 candidates in 2nd week of August 2023
August 10, 2023
Manitoba conducts EOI draw and issues 615 LAAs to eligible candidates
Manitoba conducted its PNP draw on 10 August 2023 and issued LAAs to 615 eligible candidates. 43 profiles out of the 615 chosen candidates had a valid Express Entry profile along with a valid Job Seeker validation code. The draw was held under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba, All Occupations, International Education Stream, and the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. The minimum CRS score range allotted for the draw was 605-708.
August 9, 2023
British Columbia invites 195 candidates via the most recent BCPNP Draw
British Columbia conducted a PNP draw on 9 August 2023 and issued invitations to 159 eligible candidates. It was a general draw under the Skilled worker stream, International Graduate stream and the Entry Level and Semi-Skilled streams. The minimum CRS score set for the draw was 88-110.
August 5, 2023
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, Ontario, and PEI invited 3,984 candidates in 1st week of August 2023
Canadian provinces, namely: Alberta, BC, PEI & Ontario have conducted PNP draws in the first week of August 2023. The draws collectively invited 3,984 eligible candidates with a minimum CRS score range of 36-516. Ontario issued the highest number of 3684 invites.
Canada PNP Draws: Alberta, BC, Ontario, and PEI invited 3,984 candidates in 1st week of August 2023
August 3, 2023
First Express Entry Trade Occupation Specific Draw issued 1500 ITAs
IRCC held the first-ever Trade Occupation specific Express Entry draw on August 3, 2023. 1,500 eligible candidates were issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) via the Trade category with a minimum CRS cut-off score of 388. Plumbers, Carpenters, Welders and related machine operators, Electricians, Machine fitters along with other similar job occupations hold eligibility for the Trade Occupation category.
First Express Entry Trade Occupation Specific Draw issued 1500 ITAs
August 2, 2023
IRCC held targeted Express Entry Draw and invited 800 French speakers!
IRCC conducted a targeted Express Entry draw on August 2, 2023. 800 French proficient candidates were selected via the draw with a minimum CRS score of 435. This is the third French language proficiency category-based draw to be held in 2023.
IRCC held targeted Express Entry Draw and invited 800 French speakers!
August 1, 2023
Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 2000 ITAs
IRCC conducted an All-Program Express Entry draw on August 1, 2023, and issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 2000 eligible candidates. The minimum CRS score set for the draw was 517.
Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 2000 ITAs
August 1, 2023
Canada PNP monthly round-up: 6,472 candidates were invited in July 2023
Seven Canadian provinces held PNP draws in July 2023 and issued invitations to 6,472 eligible candidates. Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, PEI, British Columbia and Quebec conducted the PNP draws with Ontario issuing 1,904 invites and Manitoba issuing 1,744 invites to eligible candidates.
Canada PNP monthly round-up: 6,472 candidates were invited in July 2023
August 1, 2023
Canada Express Entry monthly round-up: Nearly 10,000 ITAs issued in July 2023
The Canadian provinces held six Express Entry Draws in the month of July 2023. The Express Entry draws issued 10,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) with a CRS score range of 375-511. Four occupation-specific draws were held, out of which, French language proficiency, STEM occupations and Healthcare occupations were mostly in-demand.
Canada Express Entry monthly round-up: Nearly 10,000 ITAs issued in July 2023
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The table given below has complete details of the cost of Canada PR from UAE.
Category |
Fees |
ECA fees |
250-500 Canadian dollars (714-1429 AED approx)* |
Visa |
|
Primary applicant |
850 CAD (2429 AED)* |
Secondary applicant |
850 CAD (2429 AED)* |
Right of permanent residence permit visa |
|
Primary applicant |
515 CAD( 1472 AED approx)* |
Secondary applicant |
515 CAD (1472 AED approx)* |
Children less than 22 years |
230 CAD (657 AED approx)* |
IELTS fee (in Dubai) |
AED 1260* |
medical fee |
900 AED and 500 AED per kid |
The validity of the Canada PR is five years. Candidates with an expired PR card or a P card that will expire within nine months can apply for the renewal of the Canada PR visa or the Canada PR card.
Canada conducts regular PNP programs and Draws that encourage international workers to migrate to Canada. Canadian provinces operate regular PNP Draws with varied eligibility criteria and requirements based on the immigration streams. Expats from UAE can apply to migrate to Canada by participating in the PNP programs by fulfilling the eligibility criteria and requirements. You can also apply for Canada PR via the Express Entry pool that invites eligible candidates to get nominated by designated provinces. Receiving a nomination from a stream linked to the Express Entry pool will give the candidate an additional 600 CRS points that will guarantee an ITA (Invitation to Apply).
Canada PR card is proof of an individual’s permanent residence status in the country. The general time to get the Canada PR card processed from UAE is 107 days. Candidates wishing to renew their Canada PR card must wait 90 days for the processing to be completed.
You can acquire a Canada PR from UAE, provided you fulfill the eligibility criteria and requirements. You can follow the basic steps below to get a PR via Express Entry or PNP.
Step 1: Create a profile on Express Entry.
Step 2: Receive an ECA.
Step 3: Meet the language test requirements. (ILETS/CELPIP/PTE/French)
Step 4: Analyse the CRS score.
Step 5: Participate in the Express Entry pool.
Step 6: Receive an ITA.
Step 7: Submit the requirements.
Step 8: Fly to Canada.
Yes, IELTS is required for Canada PR. The IELTS requirements for various Canada immigration pathways for Canada PR are given below –