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Every year, about 250,000 people move to Canada. There are many ways to legally immigrate to Canada, many of which may be eligible for at least one of them. Below is a detailed guide to the steps to immigrating to Canada.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Entry conditions to Canada

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   Check if you are eligible to immigrate to Canada. Before implementing your plan to live in Canada, you need to see if you can meet the conditions. You may be banned from entry for one of several reasons such as:
   • violation of human rights or international rights
   • have a criminal record
   • have health problems
   • have financial problems
   • commit a misrepresentation
   • do not comply with Canadian Immigration Laws
   • Family members are denied immigration

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   Consider different immigration programs. It is important that you go through a legal channel to enter Canada. Otherwise you will break the law and be deported. There are several ways to apply for permanent residence in Canada:
   • Skilled immigrants apply through the Express Entry software. Many consider this the most effective way to gain permanent residence in Canada. Those with at least 12 months' experience working full time in the management, specialist or highly skilled fields can apply this way. Immigration officers will consider the age, work experience, qualifications and occupation you will be in when you apply.
   • Entrepreneurship or investment. This type of visa is suitable for those who are entrepreneurs, own their own businesses, or are professional investors. Investors wishing to immigrate under this category must have at least Canadian $ 10 million in ownership.
   • Immigration sponsorship of the province. This settlement applies when a certain province of Canada sponsors you to settle there. However, this is the case very rarely.
   • Family reunification. In this way, your family member living in Canada can sponsor you to immigrate to Canada.
   • Settlement of marriage. If your spouse is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident over 18 years old, they can sponsor you as a Canadian permanent resident. You must prove that you are not making a fake marriage, not just for settlement purposes.
   • Settlement under the Quebec state's selection program. This program is like a provincial sponsored immigration program, except that the Quebec government chooses you on behalf of the federal government. This program applies to students, business people, including: Quebec's special investment visa program, temporary workers, family members, refugees with the only desire to come to Quebec to live.
   • Settlement for international adoption. Under this program, Canadian citizens who adopt a child from another country can ensure that the child can settle in Canada.
   • Refugee settlement. People fleeing their country for safety reasons can also apply for asylum. There are programs to fund the costs of filing and resettlement in Canada for this individual.
   • Carer settlement. If you come to Canada to work as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can apply for immigration under this category.
   • Self-employed. If self-employed, you can apply to immigrate this way. Remember that you may be required to demonstrate an annual income of at least C $ 40,000 and the ability to continue to earn such income while living in Canada.

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   Fill out the appropriate profile. Choose the type of visa application that best suits your situation. For example, if you are self-employed and plan to immigrate to Canada, you will have to fill out a different form with someone who wants to immigrate to work as a care worker.
   • Skilled workers can apply on the Express Entry application if they want to speed up their immigration process. Profile includes personal information, language skills and certificates attached. After completing your application, you will also need to register with the Government of Canada's Job Bank (unless you have received a job offer).
   • If you are applying for a self-employed, entrepreneurial visa, Quebec's skilled employment program, family reunification, or provincial sponsorship program, you will need to apply by mail.

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   Pay application fee. Visa application fees can be quite high, especially if you are applying for immigration for a spouse or other dependents. For example, the filing fee on the Express Entry application is $ 550 Canadian dollars per person. However, if you are accompanied by a spouse and children, the total filing fee will be C $ 1,250.
   • Remember to pay your application fee in full, otherwise your application may not be processed.

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   Wait for your visa to be received. Remember that it will take a while to get a response on your application. Even if you apply online, you may have to wait up to 6 months. So, apply as soon as possible when you want to immigrate to Canada. Submit immediately, do not before planning to go a month or a week.
   • If your application is denied, you must reapply on the condition that your application is significantly improved. You may not appeal the decision to deny your application.
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Part 2 of 2: Prepare papers

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   Before going, you need to prepare important papers. You need to bring some documents to enter Canada, including:
   • Canadian immigration visa and Confirmation of permanent residence for each family member traveling with you
   • Valid passport or passport for each family member to accompany
   • Two (2) checklists detailing what the personal or family has brought with them
   • Two (2) checklists of supplies and prices attached

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   Enter the address of the residence you plan to move to. You must find a place to live before you move to Canada. Find a place to live that fits your income level. Keep in mind that there are other costs incurred when moving to Canada, so save your money after paying your monthly rent.
   • If possible, take a trip to find a home a month or two before settling down.
   • Consider staying in a hotel if you cannot find a long-term accommodation before you go.

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   Buy personal health insurance. Although Canada provides free health insurance for citizens and permanent residents, you need to purchase personal health insurance for a period of 3 months after arriving in Canada. Each province will have different insurance providers.
   • If you are a refugee in Canada, you will be cared for by the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) and do not need to purchase separate insurance. Others will have to buy personal health insurance until they get their health insurance cards by the government.

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   Improve language skills. Good communication skills will help you thrive in your new home country. If English or French is not your native language, you need to invest time and effort to perfect your language skills. Look for classes on weekends or evenings to improve your language.
   • French is used more than English in some provinces. Therefore, you need to find out the common language of the place you will be moving to.
   • If you speak one of Canada's two mainstream languages ​​(English or French) then you should learn the other.

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   Find a job (if you haven't already). If you are allowed to enter Canada but do not yet have a job, you will need to spend a lot of time and effort finding a job after you have settled. Remember to enroll in the Job Bank of Canada and check regularly for new job postings.
   • Newcomers often have difficulty finding a job in Canada such as: your degree may not be recognized, language ability is insufficient, or need work experience in Canada.
   • You will be given a Social Security Number at the Service Canada Center. Remember to bring the necessary documents. Temporary residents are also granted this code.

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   Apply for Canadian citizenship. If you choose to live in Canada and want to enjoy citizenship, this is the next step. After all, that's probably the first reason you moved to Canada, isn't it?
   • You can apply for citizenship after 4 years living in Canada. In addition to living in Canada for 3 years, you must be 18 years of age or older, speak English or French, understand social conventions, and pass the citizenship test.
   • Once these conditions are met, you will be granted Canadian citizenship. You will be invited to attend the citizenship ceremony and be granted a Canadian certificate of citizenship.
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Advice

• Remember that there are gains and losses and disadvantages when you move to another country. For example, while enjoying free health care and a lower cost of living, you will have to get used to a new culture and begin new social relationships. Make sure you carefully consider the advantages and disadvantages of immigrating to Canada before making a decision.