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Canada · Permanent residence
Express Entry (PR)
- Processing
- 6-12 months
- Cost
- From CA$1,590
- Validity
- Permanent residence
Points-based route to permanent residence.
Requirements
- Skilled work experience (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3)
- Language proficiency (English/French)
- Education (ECA required for foreign degrees)
- Sufficient CRS score for invitation
Time and cost
- Processing time
- 6-12 months
- Validity
- Permanent residence
- Cost
From CA$1,590
Required
- CA$990 processing fee
- CA$600 right of permanent residence fee
Documents
Language test results
IELTS or CELPIP
Educational Credential Assessment
For foreign degrees
Work experience letters
From employers
Police certificates
Background check
Tips
- Tech draws often have lower CRS cutoffs
- Provincial nominee adds 600 CRS points
- Consider provincial programs like BC PNP Tech