How to Get Canada PR from India in 2024?

Canada Permanent residency is one of the top choices among Indians who are planning for migration. A great range of job opportunities in all job markets and a high standard of living are the major attractions that are making Indians choose Canada for their Settlement. And one of the best options to settle in Canada is PR. Here is the complete guide on How to Get Canada PR?

Canada PR – Latest News

“Over the following three years, Canada is planning to receive 1.3 million immigrants, up from 432,000 in 2022. According to the 2022-24 Immigration Levels Plan released on 16^th February 2022, Trudeau's Government intends to invite more than 431,000 permanent residents this year, 447,000 in 2023, and 451,000 in 2024.”

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Advantages of Canada PR

Canada PR can be obtained in multiple ways. There are many reasons for this demand for Canada PR. Here are a few of the advantages of being a Canada PR holder.

• Can apply for Canadian citizenship in the future.
• You can live, work, and study wherever you want in Canada.
• Canadian citizens are entitled to healthcare and other social benefits.
• In Canada, there is legal protection for permanent residents.
• Canada has a growing economy with several career prospects.
• There are free medical and health services available.
• Free and high-quality education for children.
• A safe country with good flora and fauna.
• A society that is tolerant and multicultural.

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How to get PR (Permanent Residency) in Canada from India?

There is no one particular way to get Canada PR from India. Multiple paths allow the immigrants to work, study, and live anywhere in the country. Also, Canada PR allows the immigrants to stay in Canada for five years, and can be extended later. It also allows applying for canadian citizenship in the future. Follow the below steps to apply for the Canada PR application from India.

• Canada Express Entry
• Family Sponsorship
• Provincial Nominees Program
• Quebec-selected skilled Workers
• Atlantic Immigration Pilot
• Caregivers
• Start-up Visa
• Self-employed
• Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot

Steps to Get Canada PR from India through Express Entry

Complete the ECA – Educational Credential Assessment

Completing ECA and securing the certificate is mandatory as it is proof of Canadian education equivalency.

Take a language test

Proving your ability to communicate in either English or French, Canada's official language is mandatory. The candidates will be needed to pass language tests recognized by the government.

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Create an Express Entry profile

Create an Express Entry profile online and apply through any of the three federal economic immigration programs. The Express Entry program, which began in 2015, keeps track of the profiles of immigrants who filed for a permanent residence visa under one of Canada's three government economic class programs:

• The Federal Qualified Worker Program (FSWP) is open to skilled immigrants with work experience.
• The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) is accessible to skilled people having job experience in a skilled trade.
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC): For skilled individuals who have worked in Canada.

All of the profiles are sent to the express pool at the same time. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) evaluates the Express Entry profiles in the pool, with the highest-ranking profiles obtaining an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to apply for a Permanent residency Canada Visa. Check our Canada Express Entry Program for detailed information.

Apply for Canada PNP

Through Express Entry, one can apply for Canada PNP. Even though it is optional, applying for Canada PNP awards you 600 extra points in CRS.

There are thirteen provinces and territories in Canada which have their immigration pathways as PNPs. These provinces can nominate potential skilled immigrants through the Provincial Nominee Program. Here is the list of Canada PNP Programs.

• Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program
• Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
• Nova Scotia Nominee Program
• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program
• Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program
• Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
• British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program
• New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
• Newfoundland Provincial Nominee Program
• North West Territories Provincial Nominee Program
• Yukon Provincial Nominee Program

Receive an ITA

After entering the pool, high-ranked profiles will be picked and issued with an ITA – Invitation to Apply for a Canada PR visa. There is a time limit of 60 days after receiving of ITA within which you should apply for PR.

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Medical and background Verifications

The candidate must have a medical certificate as well as a police clearance certificate (PCC)

Application under Review

Your application for a Canada PR Visa will be reviewed by the IRCC. If any extra information is required at this time, the candidate must be prepared to provide it.

Obtain a CoPR

If the application is approved, the candidate will be issued a CoPR (Confirmation of Permanent Resident).

Bon Voyage

Prepare your departure to become a Canadian Permanent resident.

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