Congratulations on receiving your Invitation to Apply (ITA) for a Canada PR visa from India!
But that’s not where the story ends…
Now that you are invited by IRCC, you are required to submit a complete application for permanent residency in a limited time period - with a complete list of supporting documents. About 80% of the electronic Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR) under Express Entry are processed within six months if the candidates follow the “after ITA process” carefully.
The 1st step after meeting the minimum CRS score for Canada PR and receiving your ITA is to gather the required documents that support the qualifications you mentioned in your Express Entry profile. The documents’ list will be provided in your Express Entry Profile. If there is any document requested by IRCC you cannot provide, provide a letter of explanation for that. Maybe try and submit alternative documents for that.
Make sure all the documents required for the Express Entry application are in either English or French. If they aren’t, have them translated first by a certified translator.
PROOF OF IDENTITY
Passport
Submit a copy of the passport’s biographical data page or travel document - of your passport and each of the family members accompanying you.
Birth Certificate
Submitting the birth certificate for every single individual included in your Canada PR application is crucial. If you have any adopted kids, provide their adoption certificates.
Marital Status
LANGUAGE TEST RESULTS
IRCC already has access to your language test results - no matter which test you took. But sometimes they need a copy of your results. Submit the test results anyway without IRCC even asking with your Canada PR application. This will save you time if IRCC ends up requesting a copy later on. Include the approved language test results of your spouse also.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Next, you need to show evidence of your work experience as a part of the application process. To show the proof, provide:
EDUCATION
PROOF OF FUNDS
Show the Canadian authorities that you have enough money to move to their country and support yourself and your accompanying family members. Now, the minimum settlement funds change every year, so refer to the Government of Canada website for the same. You can attach official letters from your bank or other financial institutions where your money is stored.
Number of Family Members | Funds Required |
1 | $13,757 |
2 | $17,127 |
3 | $21,055 |
4 | $25,564 |
5 | $28,994 |
6 | $32,700 |
7 | $36,407 |
For each additional family member | $3,706 |
*Required amount as of January, 2024
MEDICAL EXAMINATION CONFIRMATION
Submit the electronic copies of the confirmed medical examination to show you are in good health.
POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES
Submit your and all the accompanying family members’ police clearance certificates (PCC) to show zero criminal background. Obtain PCC should be from every country you and your family have lived in for at least six months or more - since the age of 18 (if applicable).
Remember, this certificate is only valid for 12 months from the date of issue. Wait for your ITA before you get a PCC or it could expire by the time your application is processed.
But PCC could also take a lot of time to come. After ITA you have just 60 days to apply for Canada PR. So if you have already applied for PCC and did not receive it on time, submit proof of the same with your application - it’ll buy you some time till you get one.
PHOTOS
Provide 2 digital photographs of yourself, your spouse or partner, and each dependent child.
PROCESSING FEES
It is crucial to pay the fees with your application. These are as follows:
PROVINCIAL NOMINATION
If you have a provincial nomination, provide a copy of the same with your Canada PR application.
PROOF OF RELATIVE
If you have claimed points for a relative living in Canada, submit these:
OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT
Having a valid job offer is not a mandatory requirement under Canada PR eligibility. However, if you have claimed points for that, submit:
Once you have all the documents with you, go ahead and complete your electronic Application for Permanent Resident (eAPR). Submit it on IRCC’s web portal along with all the supporting documents and pay a biometric fee - $85 per person.
If your application is complete, IRCC will send you a letter confirming the need to give your biometrics and where. Everyone between ages 14 and 79 needs to give their biometrics as a part of the PR application process - even if you have given them in the past and they are still valid.
If you haven’t already paid your biometrics fee, pay it as soon as you get the letter from IRCC. You have 30 days from the date on the letter to give your biometrics.
After the application submission, IRCC will start your review process. Most applications under Express Entry are processed within six months - if the information and documents provided are accurate and complete.
If rejected:
To still be a part of the future invitation rounds
If all your documents are verified and IRCC gives you the green light, you will receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR).
Wait for the IRCC to provide instructions on how to proceed next before entering Canada.
If your information changes
If there are any changes to your personal information while your Canada PR application is being processed, it's essential to notify the Canadian authorities as soon as possible. This action helps prevent potential delays in the processing of your application. Such changes may include:
Start your process today!
Read more: Complete Document Checklist for Express Entry Canada
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