Canada PR Eligibility
1) Eligible Occupations:
You must have at least one year (1,560 hours) of continuous full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in a skilled occupation (National Occupational Classification - NOC) within the last 10 years. Please ensure your work experience is listed in 1 of these NOC TEER Categories: TEER 0, TEER 1, TEER 2, TEER 3.
To check your occupation (NOC code) in which the TEER category falls, click here.
2) Age:
The Age Limit for Canada PR is 49 years, which means that until the age of 49, you can apply for a Canada PR visa. However, younger applicants (18- 35 years of age) typically receive maximum points (12 points). Please note that your age points will be awarded during ITA.
3) Qualification:
Applicant must have completed a Canadian secondary (high school) or post-secondary certificate, diploma, degree, or an equivalent foreign credential assessed by a designated organization. Please note points in Qualification will be awarded based on the level of equivalency.
4) Language Proficiency:
An aspiring immigrant needs to demonstrate proficiency in English or French language by taking one of the approved language tests. For English, you can write one of the following exams.
1) International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
2) Pearson Test of English Core (PTE core)
3)Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
4) and for French The Test d'évaluation du français (TEF)is acceptable.
The minimum score requirement for English Language proficiency (IELTS) is 6 bands through the Express Entry program however if you are applying through Canada PNP then you can be eligible with a 4.5 bands score. To learn more about band requirements for Canada PR click here
5) Settlement fund:
Applicants must demonstrate that they have sufficient settlement funds to support themselves and their family members. The fund's requirements depend upon the number of family members you have.
Canada Settlement funds Requirements as the year 2024
The number of family members. | Funds in CAD | Funds in Indian Rs. |
1 | $ 13,757 | Rs, 8,34,950 |
2 | $17,127 | Rs. 10,39,485 |
3 | $21,055 | Rs. 12,77,886 |
4 | $25,564 | Rs. 15,51,550 |
5 | $28,994 | Rs. 17,59,726 |
6 | $32,700 | Rs. 19,84,654 |
7 | $36,407 | Rs. 22,09,642 |
Please notethe settlement funds requirements keep on changing every year (January month). So, Keep updating yourself on the fund's requirements.
6) Points score:
To be able to apply for Canada PR through the Federal Skilled Worker- Express Entry Program, you must have a minimum score of 67 points out of 100.
Factor | Maximum points |
Age | 12 |
Qualification | 25 |
Work Experience | 15 |
English Language proficiency | 24 |
French Language proficiency | 04 |
Adaptability | 10 |
Arranged Employment | 10 |
If you are unsure how many points you score for Canada PR eligibility. You can use our most reliable and accurate tool, the Canada PR points calculator, To check your Canada PR points score.
7) Health Requirements:
All the applicants applying for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) must undergo a medical examination with a Canadian panel physician to assess their health. IRCC panel physicians screen applicants for certain infectious diseases such as TB, Cancer, AIDS, etc. If any of the applicants is suffering from any infectious disease, they will be considered ineligible or inadmissible in Canada.
The health requirements are in place to protect public health and safety and ensure that newcomers to Canada do not risk spreading infectious diseases.
8) Police clearance Certificate:
One of the most crucial requirements for Canada PR is police clearance certificate (PCC) requirements. All adult applicants are generally required to provide police clearance certificates to demonstrate that they do not pose a security risk to Canada. You and your family members who are 18 years or older. Every country you (or a family member) stayed in during the last 10 years for 6 months or more in a row.
How do I check my eligibility for Canada PR?
How Aptech visa Can help you in your Canada PR application
Aptech Visa is an immigration consultancy. We provide visa consultation services to individuals interested in applying for Canada Permanent Residency (PR). Aptech visa offers the following services to assist applicants in their Canada Immigration dream.
1) Professional Assessment:
Aptech visa offers professional assessments of applicants' profiles for Canada PR. We evaluate individual Qualifications, work experience, language proficiency, and other factors to provide an initial indication of your eligibility for Canada PR.
2) Guidance on Documentation:
Aptech visa guides you on the documentation preparation and requirements for the Canada PR process. We can ensure you gather and submit the necessary documents to support & succeed in your Canada PR application.
3) Updates on Policy Changes:
As we all know, Canada Immigration policies are very flexible; being a visa consultancy, we keep you posted about all updates or changes in Canadian immigration laws that could affect your eligibility.
4) Customized Advice:
If you have been refused or rejected in the past and you need personalized advice based on your individual circumstances. We can offer insights into specific programs or pathways that align with your profile.
5) Application Processing:
If you decide to proceed with the application, an Aptech visa can assist you in completing forms and docs and submitting them correctly and in a timely manner.
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