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Canada Skilled Worker Visa: All You Need to Know. Choice Immigration Services

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It is not a secret that Canada has been one of the most popular destinations for skilled workers in recent years. In fact, there are more than 1 million people from all over the world who have already immigrated to this country. If you want to be part of this trend and take advantage of the opportunities it offers, then getting a Canada Skilled Worker Visa is one of the most prominent choices for you! How can I come to Canada as a skilled worker? The Federal Ski l led Worker (FSW) program is for those who are chosen to come to Canada as immigrants because of their work experience and skills. To come to Canada as a Skilled Worker, the applicant must have at least 1 year of continuous full-time employment experience as a skilled worker or equivalent in an occupation that is listed on NOC. To be eligible to apply, you must: Have a job offer; or Be eligible to work in Canada; or You must document that you have enough money to get by and support your family once you get here. Also, you must...

The Top 10 Things to Consider Before Choosing Your Immigration Consultant. Choice Immigration Services

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  Choosing an immigration consultant can be a difficult decision to make. There are so many options out there, and they all claim that they will help you with the most complicated of tasks. With Canada’s strict immigration laws, it is even more important to choose wisely when deciding who will represent your interests in this country. This blog post outlines 10 things that you should consider before making your selection — read on for more information! 10 things that you should consider before choosing your immigration consultants: 1. Will they answer your calls and emails in a timely manner? 2. How long  d oes it usually take for them to get back to you with information about the progress of your application? 3. Are there any complaints filed against this person or their company online? If so, do not choose them. They will be too busy trying to fix their image to focus on you. 4. How much experience do they have working in this field? If you are applying for a complex immigra...

What’s the difference between “Landed Immigration” & “Canadian Citizenship”?

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  Your Canadian Citizenship and your status as a “landed immigrant” or “Canadian Permanent Resident” are two different things. When we say landed immigrant, we mean all the rights, privileges, and responsibilities that come along each status. While you might find many similarities based on the rights and privileges, there is whole lot of differences as well. In this blog post, we have taken our time to explore these differences and clear the air for you. Landed Immigrant or Permanent Resident Status Landed Immigrant is an ou t dated term that is used to refer to one’s status as a permanent resident. The term ‘landed immigrant’ is still used widely, but people now like to refer it as “Permanent Resident of Canada” According to what’s explained in IRCC’s glossary, a person who has moved/immigrated to Canada meeting all the legal requirement, but is not a citizen of Canada yet can be referred to as “landed immigrant” or “permanent resident”. If someone wants to apply for the per...

7 Things You Might Not Know About Canada Immigration. Choice Immigration Services

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When we talk about Canadian Immigration, we must admit that the country offers the most comprehensive and easy to follow immigration system. If you plan to migrate to Canada as a permanent resident, you must keep a few facts clear. Here are few things you might not know about immigrating to Canada: 1. Your Status of a Canadian Permanent Resident Never Expires Once you become a permanent resident of Canada a n d have obtained a PR status, then it will remain with you for a lifetime. The only exception is the issuance of your departure order from the Canadian Government to officially revoke your status if you haven’t met the residency obligations. But, always remember that an expired PR card doesn’t mean losing your PR status. 2. Your Right To Appeal As Immigrant Canada also provides you with a right to appeal as an immigrant. The country always considers the applicant’s needs and issues. In case you disagree with the decision of the Canadian Government, you can appeal. Thoug...