Basic Requirements to Immigrate to Canada in 2024

Immigration has become an essential part of Canadian Culture. Migrating to Canada depends upon various factors such age, education, previous work history and others.

Points are allotted on these factors that determine your eligibility to immigrate to Canada. Read along to know more about all the requirements for Canada immigration in this read.

How can you Immigrate to Canada for permanent residency in 2024?

You can get a Permanent Residence of Canada by migrating through following ways:

1. Express Entry 

It is the best option for skilled workers to move to Canada. A minimum score of 67 points is required to qualify for Express Entry. 

Three federal economic programs under Express Entry are:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program

This program is mainly for skilled workers having work experience in the professional field.

• Federal Skilled Trades Program

This program is for applicants having experience in the trading and Industrial Sector.

• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

This program is for candidates having work experience in Canada. With this program, the applicant can quickly move ahead to apply for a Canada PR.

The best way to immigrate to Canada is through the Express Entry profile. To be eligible to apply for a Canada PR under the Express Entry program, you will need a minimum score of 67 points out of 100. 

2. Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) 

Canada has given its provinces the authority to conduct immigration draws. Provinces can nominate immigration candidates that fulfill their labour market needs. Then the Canadian government goes ahead with the procedure of the permanent residence.

Basic Requirements for the PNP Program:

• To apply for the PNP program, the candidate should meet the minimum requirements under the provinces Non- Express Entry or the candidate should be selected under the stream
• If the candidate doesn’t receive any important information, then he/she must directly contact the province.

3. Family Class Immigration

If an applicant has any family member residing in Canada, they can help you get permanent residence in Canada. Around 40 % of immigrants are sponsored by their respective family members in Canada

Some basic requirements for Family class immigration:

• The sponsor who wishes to immigrate his family to Canada should be 18 years or more. Or 
• A Canadian Citizen or
• A person who is registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act or 
• He/ she should be a permanent resident of Canada.

4. Business Class Immigration

Business Class immigration is mainly for entrepreneurs, Investors and Self Employed people

The basic requirements to get Business Class Immigration:

• Letter of Support from the sponsor or a selected entity by the Government
• Fulfill the language requirements
• Enough sufficient funds (free of debts and other issues)

5. Quebec - Selected Immigration

Quebec has its own immigration program. It selects applicants who suit best according to their Labor market requirements. 

Basic requirements for Quebec- Selected Immigration:

• Education Qualification
• Work Experience
• Age
• Fluency in French and English
• Permanent Employment Offer legalized by the Ministry of Canada
• Characteristics of your accompanying spouse 
• Financially Self-Sufficient

6. Startup-Visa

Start-up visa mainly attracts entrepreneurs who are planning to start or set up their business in Canada. It has a different selection criterion from other pathways. 

Applicants need to be approved or sponsored by an investor or firm allotted by the Canadian government before coming to Canada. 

Basic Requirements for Start-up Visa:

• Application stating your business requirements
• Letter of Support 
• Language Fluency
• Settlement money to prove that the applicant has enough money to support himself and his family.

7. Global Talent Stream  

This is one of the most famous temporary visa options. With this visa option, Canadian employers can hire an international worker within 4 weeks. 

Since 2017, 40,000 technical works have been employed through Global Talent Stream, a part of Canada’s Global Skills Strategy.

Basic requirements for Global Talent Visa

• The applicant is eligible for Category A of Global Talent Stream if referred by a designated partner of Global Talent Stream. Or 
• The applicant is eligible for Category B of the Global Talent Stream if they seek to hire skilled workers to fill vacancies available in the Global Talent occupation List. If the applicant is applying as an employer, then he must follow the requirements under Global Talent Stream. 

This year is the best time to immigrate to Canada! Want to know why?

Canada aims to welcome over 4 Million immigrants in 2024. It has already issued a record-breaking number of invitations over the last few months, and will continue doing so until they have reached their annual immigration targets.

What are the Key Requirements of Canada Immigration in 2024?

To be eligible for a Canadian permanent resident or Canadian immigration status , you are initially required to meet the below requirements:

• Your age must be under 40 years
• You must be a Graduate
• You must have at least 1 year of work experience
• You must be proficient in the English Language
• You must be free of any criminal history
• You must be in good health
• You must be financially stable

Basic Requirements to Immigrate to Canada in 2024

The maximum points you can obtain for these factors are as follows:

Note: On October 27, 2020, IRCC announced that French-speaking and bilingual candidates will receive additional points under Express Entry.

Not sure if you are fulfil the requirements for Canada immigration? 

Application Process of the Federal Skilled Worker Visa

The process to obtain a Federal Skilled Worker Visa is well-structured and simple:

• Step 1: Check your eligibility and reach a score of 67 points
• Step 2: Send your sealed transcripts to World Education Services for ECA
• Step 3: Create an online application (Expression of Interest) 
• Step 4: Strive to reach the highest CRS score.
• Step 5: Let your application rest in the pool of application until you receive your ITA.
• Step 6: File the final Canada PR visa application and the PR visa fee and other related fee.
• Step 7: Receive your visa and go for passport stamping at the nearest Canadian embassy.

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What is the Processing Time for Canada Immigration Program?

• Education Credentials Assessment: 15-30 days 
• Express Entry Pool: Till score is reached
• Passport Stamping: 7 days
• Invitation to apply: 60 days

Other Important FAQs

What is the Easiest Way to Immigrate to Canada?

In 2024, the Federal Skilled Worker Program (immigrant visa) and the Provincial Nominee Programs are considered the easiest ways to migrate to Canada (for skilled workers) and gain permanent residency.

How many Express Entry points are required to migrate to Canada in the pool?

You can qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker program through the Express Entry pool with 67 points or more to gain an invitation for Canadian permanent residency.

What is the Maximum Age to Immigrate to Canada?

There is no age bar to immigrate to Canada. However, candidates who are above 46 years neither get Express Entry points nor may be accepted by Canadian employers.

What is the temporary Canadian Experience Class?

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of the 3 immigration programs to gain permanent residence. The CEC is designed for Canadian permanent residence applicants  having work experience in the country through a temporary work permit.

Can temporary residents apply for permanent residence status in Canada?

Yes. Temporary residents in Canada can apply for permanent residence as members of the permit holder class. However, with a rider that they have not become inadmissible on any grounds. They should also now be holding a valid Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) and adhere to the guidelines.

Can I try for Canadian citizenship through a student visa without a work permit?

No. You must first apply for a work permit after graduation. Subsequently, creating an Express Entry profile is the first step towards gaining a Canadian permanent resident status as a skilled worker.

Conclusion

If you want to migrate to Canada, you must:

• Be aged under 40
• Graduation Degree
• 1 year of foreign worker experience
• Proficiency in English (Average to Excellent)
• Good health
• Financial Stability
• Clean background (Criminal History)

These are points associated with immigrating to Canada

• Age:  Maximum 12 points
• Education: Maximum 25 points
• Language Proficiency: Maximum 28 points
• Work Experience:  Maximum 15 points
• Adaptability: Maximum 10 points 
• Arranged Employment: Maximum 10 points 

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