Canada Immigration

Why Migrate to Canada

Universal HealthcareDirect PRInclusive, Diverse SocietyCitizenship optionGet your medical costs and prescription drugs covered by the government.Qualify for Canada PR even without work experience or a job offer in Canada.Immigrant population could increase from 23% to 34% of the total population by 2041.Maintain dual citizenship after just three years of having a PR status.

Scope of Canadian Immigration from Qatar

Canada will target about 1.45 million new immigrants or higher in a phased manner over the next three years ending in 2025.

Out of it, nearly 800,000 new permanent residents are expected to come from economic-class immigration programs like Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, or the Quebec program. Another major proportion of the target will be met using family reunification programs.

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Migrate to Canada: Permanent Visa Categories

People migrate to Canada to qualify for permanent residency. A PR status can give you rights on par with Canadian citizens, except for voting rights. Further, a PR visa is valid for five years and may be extended or renewed.

I. Express Entry

Express Entry is a points-based application management system for the following three federal immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).

Eligibility for Canada Express Entry

• Qualify for any one of the three federal immigration programs,
• Get online profiles evaluated under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) based on your human capital factors such as age, education, work experience, and official language (English or French) ability among others.
• Get Education Credential Assessment (ECA) from a recognized authority,
• Keep work experience-related documents ready,
• Arrange Medical and PCC certificates,
• Other demographic and basic documents required for the process.

All regional documents must be translated into English or French and certified by authorized translators.

Application Process for Canada Express Entry

Step 1: Register your Express Entry profile online through yourself or a professional consultant like CanApprove

Step 2: Wait for a fortnightly Express Entry round of nominations conducted by the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to receive Invitations to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence.

Step 3: Once you receive an ITA, you can officially apply for Canadian immigration within 60 days from when you receive the ITA to send in your application.

Cost & Processing Time for Canada Express Entry

After that, IRCC aims to process 80% of applications within six months.

Click here to learn more about another major pathway for Canada PR – Provincial Nominee Program.

II. Federal Skilled Worker

The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is the most common pathway for candidates from Qatar who have not worked or studied in Canada before and wish to qualify for Canada PR.

Eligibility for FSWP

• At least one year of eligible work experience;
• a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of 7 on your English or French language test;
• At least one educational credential;
• To demonstrate proof of funds (if you do not have a valid Canadian job offer); and
• To get at least 67 out of 100 points on the FSWP scoring grid.

Factor	Maximum Points
Language proficiency – English & French	28
Level of Education qualification	25
Years of work experience	15
Age	12
Job offer in Canada	10
Adaptability	10

III. Canadian Experience Class

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) streamlines the path to permanent resident status for those who already have experience living and working in Canada.

Eligibility for CEC

• At least one year of eligible work in Canada within the past three years; and
• A CLB 7 or higher for jobs that fall under National Occupational Classification (NOC) A category, or a CLB 5 for jobs that fall under the NOC B category.

IV. Federal Skilled Trades Class

The Federal Skilled Trades Program is a dedicated pathway for skilled trades workers, who might not score as high as FSWP in the CRS but can still qualify for Canada PR.

Eligibility for FSTP

• At least two years of skilled trades work experience within the five years before applying;
• A minimum CLB of 5 for speaking and listening and 4 for reading and writing in English or French; and
• To demonstrate proof of funds (if you do not have a valid Canadian job offer).

V. Family Immigration

Canada understands the importance of family reunification and thus allows permanent residents or Canadian citizens to sponsor their spouses, partners, dependent children, parents or grandparents, and other close relatives from Qatar to Canada.

Migrants in Canada from Qatar may sponsor their immediate family to live, study, or work in the country if they meet the minimum necessary income (MNI).

Learn more about the current MNI requirements from our consultants. (please link)

VI. Business Immigration

Special programs for entrepreneurs, investors, or self-employed foreigners are available in Canada. Contact our immigration consultants (please link) to learn more about the current prospects and eligibility to qualify.

Top Jobs in Canada for Foreigners

Healthcare

• Registered Nurse (NOC 3012)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 3233)
• Medical Administrative Assistant (NOC 1243)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (NOC 3212)
• Medical Secretary (NOC 1243)
• Hospital Administrator (NOC 0014)
• Home Support Worker (NOC 4412)

STEM

• Automation engineer
• Biologist
• Chemical engineer
• Computer scientist
• Economist
• IT manager

Sales Representative

• Retail Sales supervisor
• Insurance agents and brokers
• Financial Sales representative

Hospitality

• Candidates must have a hotel management degree to apply for managerial roles in hotels or restaurants.
• A degree in finance, accounting, human resources, and marketing will be required for back-office employees.

Temporary Visa Categories in Canada

Having Canadian work or study experience can also help open the doors to more Canadian immigration pathways.

A. Canada Work Visa

Canada categorizes various work permit programs into two broad types:

• Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP): Your Canadian employer must secure a positive or neutral Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) before sponsoring your work permit in Canada.
• International Mobility Program (IMP): An LMIA is not required because the work being done is considered of significant benefit to Canada or part of a reciprocal agreement. Most foreign workers come to Canada under the IMP.

Through LMIA Canada, the government balances the welfare of existing & foreign workers in the country. It ensures that the hiring of foreign workers shall not displace them or lower their wages.

There are more than 100 work permit options within these two categories. Contact our immigration counselors (please link) to help you suggest the most suitable one depending on your profile.

B. Canada Study Permit

The present Canadian immigration policy allows foreign graduates to qualify for Canada Permanent Residency (PR) in minimum time on basis of their full-time work experience. You too can qualify for permanent residency by planning your higher studies in Canada.

• Attain Canadian education from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
• Obtain a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and gain full-time work experience in Canada.
• Qualify for the Canada Experience Class program.
• Register your Express Entry profile and wait for ITA for Canada PR.

Best Consultants for Canada Immigration from Qatar

Fulfill your desire to live and work in Canada with leading Canadian immigration consultants in Qatar – CanApprove.

At CanApprove, we assess the qualifications required to Migrate to Canada and adjust suitable Canadian immigration pathways for permanent residency. We also help you to get a Canada work visa from Qatar based on your qualification.

As a recognized Canadian immigration consultant from the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), we help maximize the chances of your successful application.

• Understanding and resolving complex issues involving your visa application
• Fully verified documentation and process support
• Suggest alternative options when required
• Efficient follow-ups and full transparency
• Post-landing support included