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What do you mean by Permanent Residence?
 

Permanent residence in Canada Visa grants permission to its holder to live and work lawfully anywhere in Canada. It gives you an access to many of Canada's social programs such as healthcare, subsidized education, unemployment, insurance etc

 
Do I and my family members require a passport?
 

Yes, you and your family must have valid international passports in order for you to be issued Permanent Residence in Canada visas.

 
What if I immigrate to Canada first and then apply for my family members and dependents to join me?
 

Yes. You may immigrate & establish yourself in Canada First & later sponsor / Apply for your family ie Spouse & dependent children.

 
Will a close relative in Canada help in any way?
 

A close blood relative who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident allows for the award of 5 additional points.

 
Do I become a permanent resident of Canada as soon as my landing documents are issued ?
 

No. You will only become a permanent resident when you cross a Canadian port-of-entry with your valid passport and your valid Canadian Immigrant Visa.

 
 

   
How long can I wait to come to Canada after my Immigrant Visa is issued ?
 

You must arrive in Canada before the expiry date which appears on your Immigrant Visa. Usually, it is one year from the time medical examinations were completed. As this is not always the case, be sure to verify the expiry date as soon as you receive your Immigrant Visa.

 
What are the criteria for obtaining Canadian citizenship?
 

You may apply for Canadian citizenship after you have been physically present in Canada for 3 years out of 4 years prior to your application. As Canada recognizes dual-citizenship you may be able to retain the citizenship of your homeland.

 
Do I have to attend an interview with a visa officer?
 

With a thorough and accurate presentation of your application for Permanent Residence in Canada you increase your chances of obtaining an interview waiver. This is possible since the selection criteria are objective in nature.

 
How long does the immigration process take ?
 
 

The average processing time varies from one region to another. The average processing time is approximately 24 months for applications. Nonetheless, depending on the circumstances of the case, and the office at which the application is submitted, processing time may be shorter or Longer than 24 months.

 
What are the required funds to establish in Canada ?
 

You must have enough money or liquidable assets to support your family for an estimated period of six (6) months after you arrive in Canada. These funds cannot be borrowed from another person. The amount of money or liquidable assets you require is determined by the size of your family.

1 member of the family $10,168 CDN
2 member of the family $12,659 CDN
3 member of the family $15,563 CDN
4 member of the family $18,895 CDN
5 member of the family $21,431 CDN
6 member of the family $24,170 CDN
7 or more member of the family $26,910 CDN

You must provide documented evidence that you will have access to your money or liquidable assets upon your arrival to Canada. You do not have to provide proof of these funds if you have arranged employment in Canada.

 
Is there any way to expedite the immigration process?
 

There is no magic way to expedite the process. Beware of representatives who claim that you will receive a visa faster or benefit from special treatment from the Canadian government by using their services. You may be able to speed up the process by:
• Making sure all the necessary information is included with your application.
• Notifying the Visa Office of any changes to the information on your application.
• Avoiding unnecessary enquiries to the Visa Office.
• Making sure the documents you provide are clear, legible and meet the specific requirements.
• Providing certified English or French translations of documents, where indicated

   
 

  
What is required to apply for Permanent Residence in Canada under the Skilled Worker category?
 

You must have at least one year of continuous full-time employment experience in one or more occupations that are listed in Skill Type Management Occupations or Skill Levels A or B of the National Occupational Classification matrix. You must also score a minimum of 67 points on a number of factors designed by the Canadian immigration authorities to assess your chances of successfully establishing yourself economically in Canada.

 
Do I require licensing & registration to get a job in Canada?
 

Depending on the occupation that you intend to pursue in Canada you may wish to have your credentials assessed in order to determine whether you meet your profession's licensing requirements.

 
What is the Business Immigration Program?
 

The Business Immigration Program is a category of immigration under which individuals with business/managerial experience and relatively high net-worth may apply for Canadian permanent resident status. There are three sub-categories under the Business Immigration Program: Investors, Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed Immigrants.

 
What immigration options are there for businesspersons?
 

There is a Federal Business Immigration program and various PNP Business Immigration Programs

 
As a Business Immigration Program Applicant, am I be required to live in the province, which I originally indicated as my intended destination?
 

As a Business Immigration Program Applicant, am I be required to live in the province, which I originally indicated as my intended destination?

 
What is the difference between the Federal and Provincial Immigration programs?
 

In Canada there is both a Federal government and Provincial governments. The Federal government has an immigration program that is more general responding to Federal immigration needs. The Provincial governments have Provincial immigration programs called Provincial Nominee Programs ("PNPs") that focus on local provincial immigration needs

 
What Provincial immigration options are there for a businessperson?
 

There are PNP Business Immigration Programs in, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and, Prince Edward Island. Each province has different criteria. Most programs require the applicant to have business experience, high net worth and be willing to invest money in a new or current business in the province

 
What documents must Business Immigration Program applicants submit?
 

In addition to government application forms, education-related and statutory documents (passports, birth certificates, etc.), Business Immigration Program must submit documents evidencing business and/or managerial experience, as well as documents evidencing net worth.

 
What is the fastest way to be able to work in Canada?
 

If you are a businessman apply for an intra-corporate transfer work visa under GATS.

 
Do I need a consultant such as WWICS to assist me in preparing my immigration application??
 

A consultant such as WWICS can be very useful in making your immigration application advance faster, smoother and greatly increase your chance of success. It is important you provide the proper documentation required to prove any fact you claim. It is important you provide a strong written argument that effectively summarizes the strongest parts of your case and provides a good explanation for the weakest parts of your case. A good Consultant like WWICS can do this for you. Additionally a good consultant can follow-up on your case and inform of any changes in rules and regulations.

 
Why should I hire WWICS?
 

WWICS has over twelve years of experience as an immigration consultant. The Company has assisted over 500 business men to successfully relocate and expand their business to Canada. WWICS has succeeded in almost all of their cases and guarantees total customer satisfaction.

 
How can I determine if I can succeed in my immigration application?
 

Fill out the Free assessment form and we will thoroughly assess your application and contact you.

 
Can I work in Canada with a study permit / student authorization?
 

With a study permit there are restrictions regarding the time period for which you can work in a given period. You are permitted to work part-time on campus as well as off campus

 
Does the student have to have a job offer before applying for a work permit?
 

No, it is not necessary to have a job offer in order to apply for, or obtain a work permit when he or she begins working.

 
Where can an international student apply for a work permit?
 

The student must speak to the designated institutional representative responsible for the off campus work project at his or her educational institution. Under the new policies laid for students, a student on study visa gets a work permit of upto two years depending on which area he or she is going.

 
Can a student who has completed one term of study in one institution and another term in another institution apply for a work permit?
 

Yes, if both institutions are participating institutions and are in the same area, the student can apply. However, the student must ask both institutions to complete the educational institutions verification form before submitting the application.

 
How do I pay my fees?
 

You can pay your fees either by Remitting an International Money order, bank draft or certified cheque or by Electronic Transfer from the bank of your choice.

 
Is the educational institution responsible for finding work for international students?
 

No, International students have to find a job themselves, however it is recommended that they use the resources offered by their educational institution.

 
What is a work permit?
 

An officer of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, issues a written authorization to a person who is not a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident of Canada to work in Canada. An open work permit does not limit the permit holder to specific employers, although the officer may restrict the validity of the permit to certain jobs or a given work place.

 
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