IMMIGRATION AND VISAS

Rated as the best place to live in the world by a recent United Nations study, Canada has much to be proud of. A breathtakingly beautiful country that enjoys high environmental standards and an enviously low crime rate, it scores highly on all the important issues. Education, welfare, economical factors – everything that adds up to a superior quality of life. For all its wide open spaces, it still has a relatively small population, meaning there’s room to grow. The scenery is spectacular but so too are the great cities like Toronto and Vancouver. These are exciting and dynamic places to live, blending a cosmopolitan atmosphere with innovative thinking. And, most importantly, Canada accepts more skilled workers and entrepreneurs than other countries, offering great opportunities for those looking to make a positive change in location. Canada‘s current migration program allows in excess of 200,000 people each year to make the move to this popular location. Applications, however, are far in excess in of this number. It is very important that you determine which visa option is best for you – complete your personal assessment form and we will assess your eligibility. Some of the visa classes most commonly applied for are:


SKILLED MIGRATION

This is one of the largest and most important parts of Canada’s Migration Program.

Applicants must meet the pass mark score on the points tested applications. The pass mark is currently 67 pts. Some of the factors assessed are:

  1. Age
  2. Qualifications/ Skills
  3. English & French language ability
  4. Work experience
  5. Family sponsorship
  6. State or territory sponsorship
  7. Skills of spouse/partner

It is not a simple matter of plugging your information into a points calculator to work out your score. We need to conduct a thorough assessment of your case to be able to properly advise you of your options. If you would like to know more please complete your personal assessment form. One of our consultants will come back to you with your assessment results and explain the best way to proceed.

BUSINESS MIGRATION

The Business Immigration Program seeks to attract experienced business people to Canada who will be in a position to support the development of a strong and prosperous Canadian economy. Business immigrants are expected to make a C$400,000 investment or to own and manage businesses in Canada. Canada has three classes of business immigrants:

  • investors
  • entrepreneurs and
  • self-employed persons.

Investors – The Immigrant Investor Program seeks to attract experienced business people to invest C$400,000 into Canada’s economy. Investors must:

  • show that they have business experience
  • have a legally obtained minimum net worth of C$800,000 and
  • make a C$400,000 investment.

Your investment is managed by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and is guaranteed by the Canadian provinces that use it to create jobs and help their economies grow. CIC will return your C$400,000 investment, without interest, approximately five years and two months after payment.

Entrepreneurs – The Entrepreneur Program seeks to attract experienced business people who will own and actively manage businesses in Canada that contribute to the economy and create jobs. Entrepreneurs must:

  • show that they have business experience
  • have a legally obtained minimum net worth of C$300,000 and
  • respect the conditions for entrepreneurs after arrival in Canada.

Self-employed persons – The Self-Employed Persons Program seeks to attract applicants who have the intention and ability to become self-employed in Canada. Self-employed persons are required to have either:

  • relevant experience that will make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada or
  • experience in farm management and the intention and ability to purchase and manage a farm in Canada.

This area of migration involves a more comprehensive look at your circumstances. Please contact one of our consultants to discuss your case in more detail.

FAMILY MIGRATION

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) knows it is important to help families who come from other countries to reunite in Canada. If you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you can sponsor your spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner, dependent child (including adopted child) or other eligible relative (such as a parent or grandparent) to become a permanent resident. If you sponsor a relative to come to Canada as a permanent resident, you are responsible for supporting your relative financially when he or she arrives. As a sponsor, you must make sure your spouse or relative does not need to seek financial assistance from the government.

The process to sponsor your family begins when you, as a citizen or permanent resident in Canada, apply to be a sponsor. There are two different processes for sponsoring your family. One process is used for sponsoring your spouse, conjugal or common-law partner and/or dependent children; the other is for sponsorship of other eligible relatives.

This area of migration involves a more comprehensive look at your circumstances. Please contact one of our consultants to discuss your case in more detail.

Eligibility Assessment Service

It is difficult to begin to plan your new life overseas unless you have a clear picture of the options available. You may be asking yourself the following questions…

  • Do I qualify to go to this country?
  • What do I have to do to immigrate ?
  • What career opportunities are available to me ?
  • Where will I find the best opportunities ?
  • What else do I have to think about ?

If you would like to find out more about your potential opportunities, we recommend you take advantage of our eligibility assessment service.

Our expert staff can carry out a detailed appraisal of your background and advise you as to your likely eligibility for the appropriate Visa.

Getting started with your eligibility assessment
To get started with your personal assessment now, please follow this easy process.