Explore immigration programs
to live, work, or study in Canada
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Express Entry For skilled workers with various kinds of work experience
Express Entry
Processing times
Vary
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
Express Entry is an online application system for skilled workers. These 3 programs are part of Express Entry:
- Federal Skilled Trades Program
- Federal Skilled Worker Program
- Canadian experience class
This could be for you if you:
- have qualifying skilled work experience
- can communicate in English or French
- meet all other requirements for the program you’re interested in
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Atlantic Immigration Program For skilled workers and international graduates to work and live in an Atlantic province
Atlantic Immigration Program
Processing times
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Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
This could be for you if you:
- have 1 year of work experience in an eligible job or industry (unless you studied in an Atlantic province)
- have a job offer to work in one of the participating communities
- can communicate in English or French
- have a qualifying secondary or post-secondary school credential
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Provincial Nominee Program For workers nominated by a province or territory to support their economy
Provincial Nominee Program
Processing times
Vary
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
Each province and territory has its own immigration programs for certain groups of people.
This could be for you if you:
- have a nomination from a Canadian province or territory
- meet the work experience and education requirements for the province or territory you want to nominate you
- are eligible for one of the programs managed through Express Entry
- can communicate in English or French
You can also apply for the Provincial Nominee Program through Express Entry. You must be eligible for one of the Express Entry programs to do this.
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Quebec entrepreneurs and investors For entrepreneurs and investors who want to work in Quebec
Quebec entrepreneurs and investors
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Fees
Starting from: CAN$2,495
This could be right for you if you:
- hold a Quebec Selection Certificate (Certificat de sélection du Québec)
- have enough money to settle in Canada
Find out how to apply - Quebec entrepreneurs and investors Opens in a new tab
Quebec selected skilled workers For Quebec Selection Certificate holders who want to work as a skilled worker in Quebec
Quebec selected skilled workers
Processing times
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Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
This could be for you if you:
- hold a Quebec Selection Certificate (Certificat de sélection du Québec)
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Francophone Community Immigration Pilot For skilled French-speaking workers to live and work in certain smaller Francophone minority communities
Permanent residence pathway for skilled French-speaking workers to live and work in certain smaller Francophone minority communities
Processing times
No processing times available
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
This could be for you if you:
- have at least 1 year of qualifying work experience in the last 3 years (unless you’re an eligible post-secondary graduate)
- have a job offer from a designated employer
- can communicate in French
- have a qualifying secondary or post-secondary school credential
Rural Community Immigration Pilot For skilled workers to live and work in certain smaller communities
Permanent residence pathway for skilled workers to live and work in certain smaller communities
Processing times
No processing times available
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
This could be for you if you:
- have at least 1 year of qualifying work experience in the last 3 years (unless you’re an eligible post-secondary graduate)
- have a job offer from a designated employer
- can communicate in English or French
- have a qualifying secondary or post-secondary school credential
Home Care Worker Immigration pilots For skilled workers who want to work in home child care or home support
Permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who want to work in home child care or home support.
Processing times
No processing times available
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,590
This could be for you if you:
- have a job offer as a home child care provider or home support worker in Canada
- have qualifying work experience or relevant training
- can communicate in English or French
- have a qualifying secondary or post-secondary school credential
- meet the specific requirements for the stream you’re interested in
Permanent residence pathway for Hong Kong residents For Hong Kong residents in Canada
Permanent residence pathway for Hong Kong residents: In-Canada graduates
Processing times
No processing times available
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- hold a valid eligible passport
- are in Canada with valid temporary resident status
- can communicate in English or French
- have qualifying work experience or education in Canada
Find out if you’re eligible - Permanent residence pathway for Hong Kong resident Opens in a new tab
Work permit To work temporarily in Canada
Work permit
Processing times
Processing times vary
Fees
Starting from: CAN$155 for employer-specific work permit
Starting from: CAN$255 for open work permit
This could be for you if you:
- want to work temporarily in Canada
- meet the requirements for an employer-specific or open work permit
- have enough money to
- support yourself and your family members while in Canada
- return home after
- will only work for eligible employers
International Mobility Program Plus For Quebec Selection Certificate (QSC) holders outside Quebec who want an open work permit
International Mobility Program Plus
Processing times
No processing times available
Fees
Starting from: CAN$155
This could be for you if you:
- currently live outside Quebec
- want to settle and work in Quebec
- have a valid QSC
- have a letter of invitation from the province of Quebec
Find out if you’re eligible - International Mobility Program Plus Opens in a new tab
Study permit To study in Canada
Study permit
Processing times
Fees
Starting from: CAN$150
This could be for you if you:
- want to study in Canada
- will enroll at a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada
- have enough money to
- pay your tuition fees and support yourself and your family while in Canada
- return home after
Find out if you’re eligible - Study permit Opens in a new tab
Sponsor your spouse or partner To sponsor your spouse or partner to come live in Canada
Sponsor your spouse or partner
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- are at least 18 years old and live in Canada
- are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
- can provide for the basic needs of the people you want to sponsor
Your spouse or partner must also be eligible to be sponsored.
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Sponsor your child To sponsor your dependant child to come live in Canada
Sponsor your child
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$180-180 per child
This could be for you if you:
- are at least 18 years old and live in Canada
- are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
- can provide for the basic needs of the people you want to sponsor
Your child must also be eligible to be sponsored.
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Sponsor your parents or grandparents To sponsor your parents or grandparents to come live in Canada
Sponsor your parents or grandparents
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Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- are at least 18 years old and live in Canada
- are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
- have enough money to support the people you want to sponsor
Your parents or grandparents must also be eligible to be sponsored.
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Sponsor your adopted child To sponsor a child adopted from another country to come live with you in Canada as a permanent resident
Sponsor your adopted child
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$180‑180 per child
There are 2 steps to sponsor an adopted child:
- Complete the adoption through the province, territory or country you live in.
- Apply to us to bring your child to Canada as a permanent resident.
This could be for you if you
- are completing the adoption process through the province, territory or country you live in
- meet the requirements to sponsor the child you’re adopting from another country
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Get Canadian citizenship for your adopted child (adult or minor) For an adopted person born in another country to become a Canadian citizen
Get Canadian citizenship for your adopted child (adult or minor)
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Part 2: Vary by complexity
Fees
Starting from: CAN$100 for children under 18 years old
Starting from: CAN$653 for children 18 years and older
There are 2 steps for your adopted child to become a Canadian citizen:
- Complete the adoption through the province, territory or country you live in.
- Apply to us in 2 steps:
- Step 1: We confirm your Canadian citizenship.
- Step 2: If you’re a Canadian citizen, we’ll check if the adopted child can become a Canadian citizen.
This could be for you if you
- are a Canadian citizen
- are completing (or have completed) the adoption process through the province, territory or country you live in
- meet the requirements to adopt a child from abroad
- are not sponsoring the adopted child to be a permanent resident
Sponsor your other relatives To sponsor an eligible relative to come live in Canada
Sponsor your other relatives
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- are at least 18 years old and live in Canada
- are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
- have enough money to support the people you want to sponsor
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Be sponsored as a spouse, partner To come live in Canada
Be sponsored as a spouse, partner
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if
- you're at least 18 years old
- you’re your sponsor’s spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner
- your spouse or partner is in Canada
Your spouse or partner must also be eligible to sponsor you.
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Be sponsored as a child To come live in Canada
Be sponsored as a child
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$180-180 per child
This could be for you if:
- you qualify as a dependent child
- you meet all other requirements to be sponsored as a dependent child
Your parent must also be eligible to sponsor you.
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Be sponsored as a parent or grandparent To come live in Canada
Be sponsored as a parent or grandparent
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Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- have a child or grandchild in Canada that you’re related to by blood or adoption
Your child or grandchild must also be eligible to sponsor you.
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Be sponsored as a relative To come live in Canada
Be sponsored as a relative
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$1,260
This could be for you if you:
- meet all the requirements to be considered
- an orphaned sibling, nephew, niece or grandchild
- another relative
- are eligible to be sponsored as a relative
Your relative must also be eligible to sponsor you.
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Parent and grandparent super visa To visit children or grandchildren for up to 5 years at a time
Parent and grandparent super visa
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Starting from: CAN$100
This could be for you if you:
- are the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
- have a letter from your child or grandchild inviting you to Canada
- have proof of qualifying health insurance
Find out if you’re eligible - Parent and grandparent super visa Opens in a new tab
International Experience Canada For youth between 18 and 35 who want to work and travel in Canada
International Experience Canada
Processing times
Vary
Fees
Starting from: CAN$185
International Experience Canada (IEC) includes 3 categories: International Co-op (Internship), Young Professionals and Working Holiday.
This could be for you if you:
- are 18 to 35 years old (some countries or territories have an age limit of 29 or 30 years old)
- are either:
- from a participating country or territory and meet its requirements or
- you meet all the requirements of a recognized organization
Find out if you’re eligible - International Experience Canada Opens in a new tab
Visit Canada To visit as a tourist, family or on business, or to transit through Canada
Visit Canada
Processing times
Vary by country
Fees
Vary by document
You need a travel document to visit Canada
- Most visitors need to apply for a travel document such as a visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA).
- Other visitors, such as US citizens, only need a valid passport.
Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) For recent college or university graduates who want to work and live in Canada temporarily
Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
Processing times
Fees
PGWP: CAN$255
Restoration of student status: CAN$389.75
This could be for you if you:
- studied full-time at an eligible designated learning institution (DLI)
- completed a qualifying study program that was at least 8 months long
- recently completed your program
- can communicate in English or French (unless you graduated from a flight school)
Find out if you’re eligible - Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) (opens in a new tab)
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