Explanation Select the appropriate application you'd like to make (visit)

Explanation Select "No" if you are making a personal application for you or your family. If you'd like to apply on someone else's behalf - choose "Yes" and indicate your relationship

Explanation Answer questions truthfully. Explain any US or Canadian visas that you may hold

Explanation Show your financial ability to pay for the entire stay. Assets do not count, only money that you can access immediately from your bank account. Potential questions How much money should I show? There is no set amount. But it's recommended to demonstrate you have at least $10,000 per person for every month and/or a permanent source of income like salary. Can someone sponsor me? Yes, parents, spouses, or business can sponsor you. In this case, indicate how much money they have in their account and provide a financial affidavit in supporting documents.

Explanation You may apply as a group (family/company) or alone. Potential questions Can I represent my group in the application? Yes, you will need to provide more information on your relationship and submit a group application with supporting documents for everyone.

Potential questions What if I have a medical condition/disease listed among the questions? Answer truthfully and explain in your letter of explanation how you are not a threat to the Canadian public and are able to cover your own medical expenses.

Potential questions Can I use an expiring passport? It's possible but not recommended. Apply to renew your passport to get a longer duration of your travel document.

Explanation Give details of all your employment and activities for the past 10 years. Review your entries and make sure you included something for all time periods in the past 10 years. Do not include any entries that you already put for post-secondary education, military, or police force (if that was your only occupation at that time). Potential questions What if I did not work for some time? If you were unemployed, incarcerated, or retired in the last 10 years, select that option from the menu and tell us for how long. What if I was/am a student? If you were a student at a secondary school, select 'unemployed'.

Explanation The country of residence is the country where you reside (live). Potential questions What if I live in a country different than my country of citizenship? Such cases are more difficult, to increase your chances - apply from the country of citizenship (or the country you have most ties to).

Potential questions What if I have multiple citizenships? Answer "yes" to "are you a citizen of more than one country?" and indicate all of your citizenship. For your application, use the country you have more ties to.

Explanation If you have stayed beyond validity or been refused a Canadian or US visa - provide explanation.

Explanation Provide a brief overview of what you plan to do/see/visit in Canada. This may be to visit a friend/family. Potential questions Can I skip this section? No, provide a brief overview. How detailed do I need to be? Do not overwhelm this section with too much information. Use your Statement of Purpose to convey your background and intentions.

Explanation Questions related to work require a 'no' answer as you're applying for a visitor visa.

Explanation This could include only your country of citizenship/residence if you have not left or made brief (under 6 months) visits.

Explanation The IRCC Portal is a new way to make a visitor visa application. Creating an account is simple and requires an email address. Potential questions Why use the IRCC Portal over the GCKey Platform? The main benefit of the IRCC Portal over the old GCKey Platform is ease of use, an applicant does not need to fill out IMM forms. Can I apply on behalf of my parents? Yes, you will need to declare yourself as a representative in this case.

Explanation If you used a different named in the past (maiden name for instance), provide it in this section.

Explanation If you're married/divorced - add information about your spouse.

Explanation Give details of all your travels for the past 5 years. If you did not travel - say 'no'. Potential questions What if I traveled to one country multiple times per month? In case of multiple visits per month, simply indicate it once.

Explanation Upload all used pages of your passport Potential questions What if my passport expires soon? It's recommended to use a new passport valid for as long as possible.

Explanation You may be required to upload marriage certificates, birth certificates or other documents specific to your case.

Explanation Show your financial ability to pay for the entire stay. Assets do not count, only money that you can access immediately from your bank account. Potential questions How much money should I show? There is no set amount. But it's recommended to demonstrate you have at least $10,000 per person for every month and/or a permanent source of income like salary. What documents can show funds? Bank statements, bank drafts, notarized gift deeds, etc. Can someone sponsor me? Yes, parents, spouses, or business can sponsor you. In this case, indicate how much money they have in their account and provide a financial affidavit in supporting documents.

Explanation Upload a custom LOE or SOP under 'Additional documents'. The letter should communicate your case to the visa officer and explain your intentions as well as background. ⚠️ Important ⚠️ If you're unsure about how to make a strong SOP or LOE - try our SOP Builder Visitor Visa. This powerful AI system is trained on frameworks used by immigration lawyers to make a custom letter of explanation in minutes. It has helped applicants in over 30 countries.

Explanation To support your ability to cover travel expenses - demonstrate a consistent source of income such as employment or self-employment. It's recommended to merge a job contract with salary statements to prove income.

No changes cannot be made on the portal after submission, but you must update IRCC on any changes via a Webform.

You need reference letters, employment agreements, taxation documents, pay slips, and possibly a labor market impact assessment for arranged employment.

Use the government's NOC database to compare the government's NOC description with your job offer to ensure they align.

A valid job offer can provide additional points in the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) and can be crucial for the success of the application. It must be supported by an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) or an offer of employment if exempt.

Optional documents include any additional information or explanations that could not be included in the main sections of the application, such as letters of explanation.

If your score is adjusted based on provided documents and it falls below the cutoff of the draw, your application may be refused.

The PR application portal includes sections that are automatically filled with information from your Express Entry profile. It also requires additional information like personal history, education, and work experience.

No, the work experience must be gained inside Canada.

The CEC program is a federal immigration stream that allows individuals who have work experience in Canada to apply for permanent residency.

You should start gathering all documents to support your Express Entry score, especially those that may take more time, such as police certificates.

You can re-enter your profile into the pool, attempt to increase your score, or explore other immigration options such as provincial nominee programs.

Family members can be added to the application at any time during the process, but you must provide the additional family information form (IMM 5406) and pay applicable fees.

The medical exam is no longer required upfront. IRCC will request it after submitting your application.

After receiving an ITA, it's crucial to take the next steps seriously to maximize the ITA, like submitting supporting documents, and eventually secure permanent residency.

Having an immigration lawyer review your file is considered the best investment to avoid mistakes in such a crucial application. Professional guidance can remove certain risks when filing for PR in Canada.

Your profile enters the Express Entry pool, and if you are selected during a draw based on your score, you will receive an invitation to apply for permanent residency.

A job offer should include the job title, hours per week, pay per hour, and duties because a visa officer will compare these details against the NOC standards.

Yes, paid vacation time can count towards your work hours requirement for the CEC program.

To apply for PR in Canada you need to start by selecting an immigration stream. You can get PR through a federal (Canada-wide), most popular being CEC, or provincial pathway (province-specific).

Go to the GC Key website, scroll down to "Apply to Come to Canada," and then select "Apply for Express Entry."

IRCC wants to have a complete timeline without any gaps, even if those periods were times of unemployment or travel.

If your application is being submitted through an authorized representative like a lawyer or consultant, this form must be completed to authorize them to represent you.

If the job duties do not match the NOC description, it may disqualify the application, as it must be consistent with the duties of the claimed NOC category.

Additional documents may include updated passport pages, stamps, visas, and documents for any dependents such as passport copies, birth certificates, and marriage certificates.

Yes, it is available in all provinces except for Quebec.

NOC stands for National Occupational Classification, which categorizes jobs based on skill level and type of work. For the CEC program, you need to have experience in certain NOC skill levels.

The main requirements include having work experience in Canada, fulfilling a minimum of 1,560 hours of paid work, and having work experience in a job classified as NOC 0, A, or B skill level.

No, you cannot count more than 30 hours per week, so it will take at least one year to accumulate the required hours.

Important documents include a job offer, pay stubs, an employment verification letter, a record of employment, and an employment contract.

To apply for the Canadian Experience Class, you will need have at least 1 year of skilled work experience in Canada, there is no minimum education requirements but you will be asked to demonstrate English or French proficiency. Learn if your job falls under the CEC program by using our PR Indicator.

Information required includes personal details, language test results, education, work experience, and other relevant details.

An Express Entry profile is valid for one year after submission.

When you select a province in your profile, it indicates your interest in that province and could open opportunities for provincial nominee programs.

Individuals who have made Canada their home and face hardship if returned to their country of origin. Applicants with family ties in Canada, particularly those with children whose well-being would be adversely affected by the applicant's departure. Those facing undue hardship in their home country that cannot be alleviated. It's important to note that individuals with pending refugee claims or those who have been denied refugee status may face restrictions on applying for H&C consideration.

A Nigerian citizen who has lived in Canada for over 5 years, unable to obtain PR through Express Entry, belongs to the LGBTQ community and is in obvious danger if returns home.

H&C consideration allows for certain individuals who are otherwise ineligible for PR to apply within Canada based on exceptional circumstances. These may include, but are not limited to, establishment in Canada, ties to the community, the impact of their departure on Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and the best interests of children involved.

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Yes. Even in the case of a 'complicated file', our team is trained to analyze the case and prepare solutions in the time they have with you. We achieve this by preparing for the consultation through the information you provide in the booking form.

A consultation with our immigration lawyers is 100 to 150 USD. The rates are affordable relative to other firms. We believe in access to legal support for all.

If you decide to get legal assistance from us, tell your lawyer and we will inform you of the next steps. This would entail payment for the service of choice and a retainer.