Canada Permanent Residency

As a Canadian permanent resident (PR), you have the freedom to live, work, or study anywhere in Canada.

Canadian permanent residents enjoy full access to social services, including government-funded healthcare and education.

Permanent residents in Canada are safeguarded by Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, enjoying the same legal rights and protections as Canadian citizens.

As a Canadian PR holder, you have the ability to sponsor your close relatives to come and live permanently in Canada.

Permanent residents can enroll in public schools, colleges, and universities, enjoying the high-quality education that Canada offers at all levels.

The initial move in applying for Canadian PR from India is determining your eligibility. This includes calculating your points score, determining your NOC code, satisfying IELTS standards, selecting appropriate PR paths (such as Express Entry or PNP), and ensuring you have enough finances. Because qualifying criteria differ based on the chosen pathway, it is critical to conduct extensive research or seek advice from Aptech visa specialists if necessary.

If you finished an education beyond Canada, you may need to obtain an ECA in order to prove that your credentials are similar to Canadian standards.

For Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) applications, you must demonstrate your ability in English or French by language tests such as IELTS or TEF. The minimum IELTS score necessary for Canada PR through Express enrollment is 6 bands in every part, but the minimal score for PNP is 4.5 bands.

If you hold a higher CRS score, you can submit your Canada PR application through Express Entry; however, if the age you are is on the upper side or you had a lower CRS score, you should apply for the Canada PNP programme, which will increase your odds of receiving an invitation for a Canada visa.

Once you receive an invitation letter from EE profile or a PNP nomination letter, you must submit your application for a Canada PR visa.

Complete and submit your PR application along with all required documentation, including medical and police clearance certificates. You will also need to pay the Canada PR application fees at this stage.

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will process your application. Processing times can vary depending on the specific program, your country of residence, and other factors.

Canada PR applications submitted through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) may take up to 12-14 months to process.