General Frequently
Asked Questions - Permanent Residence
1.1. What is a permanent residence ?
1.2. What are the application categories for Permanent Residence?
1.3. Where should I submit my application ?
1.4. Can I apply to a Canadian visa office which is not responsible for the area in which I reside?
1.5. Who can I include in my application for an Immigrant Visa?
1.6. What documents should be submitted in support of my application for permanent residence?
1.7. When must I submit the supporting documentation?
1.8. In what language must my supporting documentation be submitted?
1.9. How do I find out if I qualify for immigration to Canada?
1.10. Are there any special procedures for different provinces in Canada?
1.11. Do I need to hire a consultant to represent me ?
1.12. How do I retain ITC Immigration Services to represent my case?
1.13. What are the application fees ?
1.14. What is the immigration selection interview ?
1.15. What is a security interview?
1.16. Is there anything I can do to obtain an interview waiver?
1.17. How long does the immigration process take ?
1.18. Is there any way to expedite the immigration process ?
1.19. Can I apply for permanent resident status and temporary status at the same time ?
1.20. How is an Employment Authorization different from an Immigrant Visa?
1.21. Do I become a permanent resident of Canada as soon as my landing documents are issued ?
1.22. How long can I wait to come to Canada after my Immigrant Visa is issued ?
1.23. Can the expiry ate on my Canadian Immigrant Visa be extended?
1.24. Must I land at or near the location I indicated as my intended destination on my application form?
1.25. Will I have to undertake a medical exam ?
1.26. Will my application be rejected if I have a certain disease or disorder ?
1.27. Can I select any Doctors I want for the medical exam ?
1.28. Can you tell me more about the police clearance ?
1.29. Is a police clearance the same as a background check ?
1.30. Is my legal status in the country from which I am applying relevant?
1.31. I am thinking of getting married. Is it better to get married before I apply or after I receive the permanent residence status ?
1.32. Can I transfer my application to a different country after I apply ?
1.33. What happens when I arrive in Canada ?
1.34. What documents should I take when I land in Canada ?
1.35. When must my accompanying dependents land?
1.36. Can I leave Canada after landing there ?
1.37. When can Canadian Citizenship be obtained?
1.38. Does Permanent residence status in Canada permit me to enter/work in the USA?
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Frequently
Asked Questions - Skilled Worker
2.1. What is the definition of a skilled worker in Canada?
2.2. What are the required funds to establish in Canada?
2.3. Do I have to find a job before applying for a permanent resident visa to Canada?
2.4. Can I qualify even if I score lower than 67 points?
2.5. If I have relatives residing in Canada, will this benefit my application?
2.6. Does the Canadian immigration authorites consider part time working experience?
2.7. Can I apply in any occupation?
2.8. Can I apply in an occupation not related to my education?
2.9. Do I need professional experience to qualify?
2.10. Is credit given for experience gained during post-secondary studies?
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Frequently
Asked Questions - Business
3.1. What is the Definition of Business Immigrant?
3.2. How can I qualify as an Immigrant Investor?
3.3. How Can I, as an Immigrant Investor, prove that I earned my minimum net worth “by legitimate endeavours”?
3.4. As an Immigrant Investor, will I be obliged to work and/or engage in business activities in Canada?
3.5. When do I, as an Immigrant Investor, commit my investment amount?
3.6. What happens to my investment amount if my Immigrant Investor application is refused?
3.7. What are the main differences between the Federal and Quebec Immigrant Investor programs?
3.8. How can I qualify as an Immigrant Entrepreneur?
3.9. Are there any minimum net worth requirements for Immigrant Entrepreneurs?
3.10. What are the terms and conditions of the Entrepreneur Visa?
3.11. Must I, as an Immigrant Entrepreneur applicant, make an exploratory visit to Canada during the immigration process?
3.12. Must I, as an Immigrant Entrepreneur applicant, submit a detailed business plan?
3.13. As an Immigrant Entrepreneur, will I be permitted to change my business plan?
3.14. What happens if I fail to meet the terms and conditions of my Immigrant Entrepreneur visa?
3.15. How can I qualify as a Self-Employed Immigrant?
3.16. Must I, as a Self-Employed Immigrant, make an exploratory visit to Canada during the immigration process?
3.17. Are there any minimum net worth requirements for Self-Employed Immigrants?
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Frequently
Asked Questions - Family Sponsorship
4.1. What is the definition of a Family Member applicant?
4.2. Who qualifies for immigration under the Family Class?
4.3. What is the definition of Dependent Child?
4.4. What if the dependents will not accompany the Family Class applicant to Canada?
4.5. Can I sponsor my relative from within Canada instead of going through the entire process from abroad ?
4.6.What financial criteria must be satisfied to qualify as a sponsor?
4.7. What does "Essential Needs" mean?
4.8. What if the sponsor does not have the requisite financial ability?
4.9. What other criteria must the sponsor satisfy?
4.10. As a sponsor, what obligations are there toward the government?
4.11. Can the "Undertaking to Assist a Member of the Family Class" be revoked or modified?
4.12. What if the sponsor does not fulfill the terms of the "Undertaking to Assist a Member of the Family Class"?
4.13. What other agreements must the sponsor enter into?
4.14. Where is the Application to Sponsor submitted?
4.15. Where is the Family Class Immigrant's application submitted?
4.16. Can a Family Class Immigrant work or study in Canada while the application is being processed?
4.17. Must Family Class Immigrants and Sponsors attend interviews with immigration officials?
4.18. How long will the entire sponsorship process take?
4.19. I sponsored my spouse before June 28, 2002 and the undertaking is for 10 years. Will it be reduced to three years after June 28, 2002 ?
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