The Independent category in its current format is "point oriented" and provides for the granting of permanent resident status to applicants who are assessed a total of 70 units under 9 factors of assessment.

There are a number of categories in which you may apply for Canadian permanent residence. Each category has various assessment requirements and conditions. We invite you to complete our Canadian immigration free online assessment form to verify your eligibility to immigrate to Canada. Top See similar questions...

Skilled worker class, Quebec skilled worker class, provincial nominee class, entrepreneur class, investor class, self-employed persons class) The Federal skilled worker class is primarily point based and confers permanent resident status upon applicants who are able to demonstrate an ability to become economically established in Canada. Applicants are assessed under 6 factors and numerous sub factors of assessment providing for 100 points. See similar questions...

a Permanent Resident you are not eligible to vote in federal or provincial elections. As well, certain jobs are restricted to Canadian citizens. You could lose your Permanent Resident's status for not meeting certain residency requirements or for a conviction of a criminal offence. These are some of the circumstances whereby you could be forced to give up your status as a Permanent Resident, no matter how many years you have resided in Canada, and you will be told to leave the country. See similar questions...

Applications for permanent residence must include the appropriate non-refundable processing fees for applicants and their accompanying dependants. For applicants applying under the skilled worker program the application fee is currently set at $500 CAD for each adult. As well, a Right Of Landing Fee of $975 CAD is levied for each person who is at least 19 years of age applying for permanent residence. Processing fees must be filed with the applications. See similar questions...

The Canadian Government imposes income tax on the basis of residency rather than citizenship. It is therefore possible to become a Canadian citizen and a non-resident for tax purposes. After becoming a permanent resident and prior to attaining citizenship, an individual would be required to pay Canadian taxes on worldwide income. See similar questions...

The process usually takes between 6-18 months, depending on where your application is submitted (which Canadian immigration centre) and whether or not you will be requested to attend an interview. See similar questions...

There are a number of categories in which you may apply for Canadian permanent residence. Each category has various assessment requirements and conditions. The categories are explained in the Canadian Immigration section of this Web site. See similar questions...

When people apply for immigration to Canada, they are in fact applying for a permanent residence visa. Permanent residence is a status that allows an immigrant to legally reside and earn a living anywhere in Canada. A ermanent Residence Visa is a document which allows a person to live and work anywhere in Canada. It comes with certain responsibilities and can be revoked if the holder is out of the country for too long, or is guilty of some criminal activity. See similar questions...

a general rule, individuals with three years of permanent resident status during the preceding four years can qualify for Canadian citizenship. See similar questions...

Ans:- "A person who has been granted formal status through the process of landing is considered a Permanent resident of Canada; more commonly persons are called immigrants. A Permanent Resident has the right to come into and remain in Canada and to live and work in the country". See similar questions...

It would be very foolish to assume that each case that goes into a Visa office would require the same set of supporting documents. Usually such documents include but are not limited to the following, evidence of employment, education, assets, civil status, and an absence of criminal convictions. Each visa office has specific requirements regarding the submission of supporting documentation. See similar questions...

CAD) for each principal applicant, spouse, common-law and conjugal partner (no fee for a dependent child) See similar questions...

Skilled Workers/ Professionals [FAQ]: Skilled Workers and Professionals are assessed upon a series of factors, i.e. a point system, which is designed to indicate the likelihood of becoming economically established in Canada. Business Immigrants [FAQ] :Investors, Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed Persons are, in a general sense, selected based upon their abilities to make a contribution to the cultural, artistic, athletic, or agricultural life of Canada. See similar questions...

You need to notify the International Office immediately. Please bring your passport (a copy of the page containing the permanent residence stamp is needed) and your original permanent residence certificate in order for the International Office to change your status on the university system See similar questions...