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ABOUT CANADA WHY CANADA IMMIGRATION EMPLOYMENT IN CANADA STUDY IN CANADA SETTLEMENT SERVICES CANADA FAQ'S   CANADA FAQ'S FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Who can apply? Any person with the required skills and experience may qualify as an independent applicant. Your skills must be readily transferable to the Canadian labor market. 2. How does a qualified person apply to live and work in Canada? The first step to take is to deicde if you intend to relocate to Canada temporarily or on a permanent basis. This will determine which visa class or classes apply to you. Applicants for Permanent Residence can apply under the following Categories: Family Category For those with close family ties to Canada Independent / skilled Worker Category For qualified trades-peoples and professionals Business Category For Investors, Entrepreneurs and Self Employed applicants 3. Who can be included along with my application? If you are married your spouse should be included in the application. Also all dependent children must be included whether they are accompanying you or not. 4. Can I apply alone (without my wife and children)? You can apply alone, however, you have to submit a no objection statement from your non-accompanying spouse. This statement has to be certified by a notary public. 5. What are the selection criteria? Everyone is assessed on the same standards according to a points test system. Points are awarded for: Age Education / Training Factor Occupation Arranged employment / Designated occupation Work experience Language ability 6. Once I am a permanent resident of Canada, do I have to stay in Canada? Within any five-year period, a permanent resident must be: Physically presenting Canada for at least 730 days (2 years in that 5 year period). OR Outside Canada, accompanying a Canadian citizen, who is his or her spouse or common-law partner or a close relative. OR Outside Canada, employed on a full-time basis by a Canadian business. OR An accompanying spouse, common-law partner or child of a permanent resident, who is outside Canada. 7. How can I become permanent resident of Canada? To be eligible to immigrate to Canada, you must meet the requirements of one of the three classes of immigration: Independent / Skilled Worker Class, the Family Class or the Business Class and apply for the Permanent Residence. 8. What documents should I take when I land in Canada? Applicants should have a valid passport and landing documents with them. Also take documents as: Birth certificate Marriage certificate Driver's license International driver's license Copies of lists stating inventory that you wish to take with you (list of "Goods to Follow") 9. What is the status of a landed immigrant? A landed immigrant is permitted to reside permanently in Canada and earn a livelihood in any one of the ten provinces or three territories in Canada. 10. How long does the procedure take? If the interview is waived the processing time will take from 6-9 months. If an interview is required, the processing time will depend upon the place and time of the interview. 11. Is it difficult to find a job in Canada? It all depends on the type of occupation. During the last two years, a lot of jobs were created due to the strong Canadian economy. 12. What documents do you need to get a job in Canada? Take most or all of the following documents with you to any job interview: Documents brought with you to Canada: Passport, birth certificate Educational diplomas, degree's and certificates Trade or professional certificates / qualifications and Letters of recommendation Documents obtained in Canada: Record of landing (Permanent Resident Card) Social Insurance Number Professional English or French translations of documents and / or recommendations, which may originally be in another language. 13. Will having a family in Canada help me to immigrate? Family sponsorship can assist you in making an application, but it is not the only relevant issue. There are many different types of visa classes. The Independent / Skilled Worker Category operates on a points test system. Family relationships are just one of the factor points that are awarded. 14. What will be the status of my spouse if I apply to immigrate to Canada? If we both qualify who should apply? The person who best meets the immigration criteria should apply as the principal applicant. If you are successful in obtaining Permanent Residence your spouse will have exactly the same rights and obligations as you do. 15. Is there an age limit to applying for immigration? There are no age limits set; however age can be a factor under some application categories. 16. What is a police clearance? A police clearance is a document, which certifies that you have no criminal record. A clearance must come from each country you have lived for 6 months or more since the age of 18 years. 17. Can I omit a police clearance from one or more countries? If police in a particular country refuse to issue a clearance, a written statement from the police officials of the country confirming their refusal to issue the clearance must be provided. 18. Am I required to have a certain amount of assets? Skilled Worker applicants will generally be required to prove that they have settlement funds sufficient for themselves and any accompanying dependants. You are expected to support your landed family until employment is obtained. 19. Will finding a place to live in Canada be the same everywhere? It's not so entirely. Prices are different from city to city, and each province has slightly different laws on renting and buying. However the process is the same everywhere in Canada. 20. How do you buy a house? Your main sources of information in buying a house are friends and neighbors, real estate agents, classified advertisements in the local newspapers and other special publications. 21. How do you rent a house? Renting a house is the same process as renting an apartment. The tenant usually pays for utilities and heat. 22. Are there other types of accommodation? Yes. In addition to furnished and unfurnished apartments, furnished bedroom to rent, and houses for rent for sale, there are also condominiums. 23. Who can be a sponsor? Anyone who: Is 19 years of age and over Is a Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident living in Canada Has not defaulted on a previous sponsorship agreement Is not facing criminal charges or awaiting the outcome of an immigration enquiry Meets the applicable financial criteria 24. Who is entitled to apply for Canadian citizenship? You can apply for Canadian citizenship if you: Are at least 18 years of age Have been a legal permanent resident of Canada for three out of the four previous years Can communicate in English or French Have knowledge of Canada, including the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. 25. When do I get the Canadian citizenship? You can apply for the Canadian Citizenship after 3 years of residence in Canada. 26. Can I have dual citizenship? Since 1977, Canadian citizens have been allowed to hold dual nationality, they will not lose their Canadian citizenship if they become a citizen of another country. 27. Are there any fees? Yes, a professional fee is charged. Fees depend on the category of application and number of applicants. There is also a processing fee and right of landing fee payable to the Canadian authorities. Applicants below 22 do not have to pay landing fees.