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Canada offers a wide range of visa options for individuals looking to visit, study, work, or settle permanently. Known for its diverse culture, strong economy, and excellent quality of life, Canada attracts professionals, students, families, and investors from around the world.

Visas are broadly categorized into:

Temporary Visas: For short-term visits, study, or work.

Permanent Residency Visas: For individuals aiming to settle permanently in Canada.

Temporary Visas

Temporary visas allow individuals to stay in Canada for a specific period based on the purpose of their visit.

  1. Work Visas
    • Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP): Allows foreign workers to fill labor shortages. Requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and employer sponsorship.
    • International Mobility Program (IMP): LMIA-exempt work permits for specific cases, such as intra-company transfers or international agreements (e.g., NAFTA).
    • Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): For graduates of Canadian institutions to gain valuable Canadian work experience.
  2. Student Visas
    Study Permit: Allows international students to study full-time at Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs). Students can work part-time during studies and full-time during breaks.
  3. Visitor Visas
    • Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV): For tourism, visiting family, or short-term business trips, valid for up to 6 months.
    • eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization): For travelers from visa-exempt countries visiting Canada by air.
  4. Working Holiday Visa
    International Experience Canada (IEC): For youth aged 18-35 (varies by country) to work and travel in Canada for up to 2 years.
  5. Business and Investor Visas
    Business Visitor Visa: For short-term visits related to business activities such as meetings, negotiations, and conferences.
  6. Family and Partner Visas
    Spousal Open Work Permit: Allows partners or spouses of students, workers, or PR applicants to work in Canada.

Permanent Residency Visas

Canada’s permanent residency (PR) visas allow individuals to live, work, and study in Canada indefinitely, with access to healthcare and social benefits.

  1. Family Sponsorship Visas
    • Spouse or Common-Law Partner Sponsorship: For individuals sponsoring their spouse, partner, or dependent children.
    • Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: PR for parents or grandparents of Canadian citizens or PR holders.
  2. Economic Immigration Programs
    Canada’s economic immigration programs are designed to attract skilled professionals and workers:
    • Express Entry System: A points-based system managing three key programs:
    • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): For skilled workers with work experience outside Canada.
    • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): For skilled trades professionals.
    • Canadian Experience Class (CEC): For individuals with skilled Canadian work experience.
    • Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): Allows provinces and territories to nominate skilled workers based on their local labor market needs.
    • Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): For workers and graduates in Canada’s Atlantic provinces (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador).
  3. Quebec Immigration Programs
    • Quebec has its own immigration system with programs like:
    • Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP): For professionals and skilled workers.
    • Quebec Experience Program (PEQ): For students or temporary workers in Quebec.
  4. Business and Investor Programs
    • Start-Up Visa Program: For entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas supported by designated organizations.
    • Self-Employed Persons Program: For individuals with experience in cultural or athletic fields.
  5. Rural and Regional Programs
    • Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP): Community-driven program to attract skilled workers to smaller communities.
    • Agri-Food Pilot: For workers in specific agricultural and food-processing sectors.
  6. Caregiver Visas
    Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots: Pathways for caregivers to gain permanent residency while working in Canada.
  7. Refugee and Humanitarian Programs
    Canada offers protection to refugees and individuals facing humanitarian crises through resettlement and asylum programs.

Benefits of Moving to Canada

  • Canada offers numerous benefits to residents and newcomers:
  • High Quality of Life: Ranked among the top countries for safety, healthcare, and overall quality of life.
  • Universal Healthcare: Access to Canada’s publicly funded healthcare system.
  • World-Class Education: Top-ranked universities and affordable education options for international students.
  • Economic Opportunities: A growing economy with strong job prospects in healthcare, IT, engineering, and skilled trades.
  • Path to Citizenship: Permanent residents can apply for Canadian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
  • Multicultural Society: Canada embraces diversity, ensuring a welcoming environment for immigrants.

Steps in the Canadian Visa Application Process

  1. Choose the Right Visa Category:
    Determine the appropriate visa based on your purpose: work, study, visit, or permanent residency.
  2. Prepare the Required Documents:
    • A valid passport.
    • Proof of funds.
    • Language test results (e.g., IELTS or CELPIP).
    • Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for skilled worker visas.
    • Medical and police clearance certificates.
  3. Submit the Application:
    Applications can be submitted online via the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
  4. Complete Biometrics and Medical Examination:
    Attend appointments for biometrics and health checks as required.
  5. Wait for Processing and Decision:
    Visa processing times vary based on the program and application volume.
  6. Receive the Visa:
    Approved applicants receive their visa or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).

Immigration Challenges and Considerations

  1. Points System: Express Entry and PNP programs require applicants to meet minimum points thresholds.
  2. Financial Requirements: Proof of funds is mandatory for most programs.
  3. Processing Delays: High demand for PR and temporary visas may lead to delays.
  4. Credential Recognition: Foreign qualifications may require validation in Canada.
  5. Regional Settlement: Programs like PNP and RNIP may require commitment to specific regions.
  6. Policy Changes: Immigration policies may evolve, affecting program criteria and eligibility.

Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program: A Popular Option for Entrepreneurs

Introduction
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to establish innovative businesses in Canada and gain permanent residency.

Benefits

  • Permanent residency for the applicant, spouse, and dependents.
  • No minimum investment requirement.
  • Access to Canada’s thriving business ecosystem.

Eligibility

  • Have a qualifying business with support from a designated organization (venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator).
  • Meet language proficiency requirements.
  • Demonstrate sufficient settlement funds.

Process

  • Secure support from a designated organization.
  • Submit the Start-Up Visa application.
  • Receive PR upon meeting all eligibility criteria.

Tazeen Kavarana

RCIC – Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant

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Tazeen is a law graduate having completed her law degree from the Government Law College in Mumbai, India. She also has a Commerce degree from the University of Mumbai. Tazeen is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant and has been offering her services to applicants interested in immigrating not only to Canada, but several geographies across the globe.

Tazeen controls KGIS and oversees the operations of Immigration Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd. (IAS) as well as Citizenship Professionals (CP). Both these firms are intertwined yet have a clear-cut distinction. While at IAS, we assist clients and professionals with their immigration/permanent residence and work permit applications to several countries around the globe, CP mainly deals with assisting High Net worth Individuals with diversifying their portfolios into investment in global real estate, bundled with obtaining residence/citizenship. Both the firms are trusted immigration advisory firms with expertise & a proven track record of over 40 years, offering bespoke solutions to assist ambitious individuals, families, corporate clients, HNIs & UHNIs at every juncture in their process to secure global citizenship or permanent residency abroad.
Having been an immigrant herself when her family moved to Canada in the early 1990s, Tazeen has, from the very beginning, been interested in helping people fulfil their dreams of moving to foreign lands for a better and brighter future. She works with a network of lawyers, consultants and specialists across the world and ensures that every client is well taken care of personally by her.

With the help of Canadian immigration attorneys, Tazeen has organized seminars, talks and conferences to assist new immigrants from across the globe settle and integrate into Canadian society. She has been an active member of ACEE (Action Committee for Employment and Enterprise), a Canadian organization set up to help immigrants find employment in Canada. Her specialization is “Canadian” immigration, but she is an expert in global immigration and has been assisting applicants achieve their immigration goals since early 2002. Her people skills and focused approach have helped her build excellent client relations and successful partnerships in the industry.

Testimonials

I wanted to say a sincere thank you for all your assistance and efforts in this process. Thanks to you and the team for being so professional in handling this. It’s because of you we were able to get this done without any hiccups.

Alston Lobo and Chiara Pinto

Type of visa: Canadian Spousal Visa

Date: September 2024

We are writing this to express our gratitude to Tazeen Kavarana, Neha Thakker and IAS (Immigration Advisory Services) team for making our Permanent Residence status a success.
Without your assistance and guidance, it would not be possible to achieve. You dealt with all our PR case from Express Entry process to PNP by completing our Resident Status. The immigration process was long and at times very tough but you made the whole thing very easy; you were always available via phone or email and extremely quick to address all our questions and concerns. The documents were very well-organized and all of them were attached with appropriate notes while processing through various stages, which demonstrates your strong experience in this service. By talking to you from time to time, we built up an incredible confidence, which consequently alleviated the anxiety we had during the wait for the application. Your professionalism and enthusiasm is really appreciable and outstanding.

Suggestions: Our experience with Immigration Advisory Services is really phenomenal. We would highly recommend IMMIGRATION ADVISORY SERVICES PVT. LTD as this is the best Immigration Services.

Bimal Kumar Biswal, Sarita Rout & Nityapriya Biswal

Type of visa: Permanent Residency

Date: 18 June 2024

Tazeen, Neha and the entire team of IAS guided us seamlessly through our entire immigration process. All our questions and queries were promptly answered, and all our doubts cleared before filing our papers. We received our ITA within 4 days of filing our application and we received our PR within 6 months of application.

Suggestions: I would highly recommend IAS to anyone who is looking to get professional legal advice regarding their Visa applications.

Aditya Mandlik and Raveena Parkar

Type of visa: Permanent Residency

Date: 8 February 2024

My experience with Tazeen and Neha has been just the best. They are extremely well versed with the entire process and would patiently answer my questions (which were too many). I have received the best professional advice and options to ensure my PR. Would highly recommend the team to anyone who wishes to secure a hassle-free visa. Thanks to the team!

Aafreen Tinwala

Type of visa: Permanent Residency

Date: May 08 2022

We worked very closely with Tazeen Kavarana all through our PR process. Neha and Tazeen were always there to address our innumerable queries and guide us patiently though our entire application. We received our PR in record time (less than a year) even though COVID has delayed thousands of applications. I would highly recommend working with the team at IAS! Thank you to IAS for everything they have helped us with.

Shagun Mehta

Date: March 22 2022

 I have had a good experience, as Tazeen was on of the person to help with all the information. She has been very professional through out. In handling the documents and suggesting options. In the times of pandemic she was the one to help being patient with the delay times. Thanks to Her and the Team.

Hssain Kaizer Patanwala

Date: August 31 2021

It was a smooth sailing process under the guidance of Tazeen and her team. They helped us and guided us through out the process and even after that. They were always available to answer our smallest queries. I am very thankful to them. I would recommend them to whoever wishes to apply for the PR to Canada.

Shaumil Poojara

Type of Visa: PR for Canada

Overall a good experience. The people I dealt with were very nice and well versed with the application process. Have already recommended the services to others and will continue to recommend in the future too! Tazeen has been very helpful right from the beginning and has provided great advice over the course of the application. Even beyond the application, she went out of her way to provide advice on how to go about things in the new country, which eased the immigration process.

Suggestions: Sometimes the wait time for replies via email were long, and since mobile numbers of the employee wasn’t provided, I faced slight delays in getting my queries resolved. Hence, I would say that there is some room for improvement on that front. However, I am happy to say that queries were always solved and none of them went unanswered.

Sachit Damani

Type of Visa: PR

Tazeen & the team were very helpful from the beginning. They ensured that I had all the information and were always willing to answer the many questions I had for them throughout the process. They ensured everything was done in a timely manner which resulted in acquiring the PR successfully! The process was completely smooth.

Sasha Iyer

Type of Visa: Permanent Residence

Excellent

Your Experience with IAS: Provided excellent guidance and assistance throughout our entire procedure to apply for PR for Canada. They are very professional in their approach and well informed about the entire process. Tazeen and Neha were approachable and were always available to answer our queries. They made the entire process easy and smooth. We are very thankful for their service.

They were always there and very helpful and knowledgeable and answered all our queries/doubts quickly.

Kinjal and Krishna Vaid

Type of Visa: Permanent Resident

Excellent

Your Experience with IAS: I had a wonderful experience with IAS. Their entire team was professional, prompt with their responses and very attentive and friendly. Tazeen and team guided me every step of the way during my application process and it really helped me ensure that my entire process was smooth.

Rahil Attawala

Type of Visa: Canada PR

Excellent

Your Experience with IAS: Had a very guided and seamless process for our Canada PR application. Despite having legal concerns regarding past exit from the UK, we were able to receive our COPR. All thanks to Ms Tazeen Kavarana for her patient and calm responses which kept us rest assured of the movement of our application. We opted for the services from IAS for their professionalism and legal insight with relation to immigration. I am thankful to have the extremely prompt support from Tazeen at every step to help us achieve our goal to move to Canada.

Roland Fernandes & Steena D’Souza

Type of Visa: Canada Express Entry

Excellent

I was referred to Immigration Advisory Services by a friend and would certainly do so for my friends and family who are seeking to move or immigrate to another country. I had been planning for immigration for a long time and would not hesitate to mention that it was always right with IAS. Their prompt communication, feedback, suggestions and constant motivation (when you’re tired of re-writing IELTS) helped me achieve the Permanent Residency to Canada.

I would like to thank Ami and Tazeen for sitting tight with me through the application.

Shankar Ganesh

Type of Visa: Permanent Residence

The IAS team is very professional and really helped us through each step of the application process. The team is knowledgeable and very thorough in their processes. Their guidance made a complicated application process seem simple by breaking down every element into simple actionable steps. I really appreciated that the IAS team was accessible, diligent and put in a lot of effort to ensure that our application was complete without any loopholes.

Suggestions: Overseas education cases can be better researched. Other than that Kudos to the team and Keep us the good work.

Sukrit Sarkar

Type of Visa: Permanent Residence

Working with the team, especially Ami and Tazeen, has been a wonderful experience for me and I am grateful to them for helping me realise my goal of moving to a brand-new country and starting a brand-new life! Amidst the large number of consultants I came across, they seemed the most genuine and professional, and I’m glad I made the decision to work with them. I really admire their expertise in the field, their honest and transparent approach, their impeccable thoroughness with checking each and every detail in the documents and their positivity and patience. They were prompt with their follow-ups, which ensured that I completed my application and documentation processes well in time. I highly recommend availing their services and expertise. Thank you!

Neehar Mishra

Type of Visa: Immigration

An immigration firm that not only helps you get positive results but keeps you positive throughout the process. Professional with a touch of personal, they helped me get through my immigration visa journey in the fastest and least troublesome manner. I am grateful to the staff, Ms Tazeen, Ms.Sue, Ms.Ami and Ms.Neha. Would definitely and freely recommend to anyone that seeks visa consultation.

Dhara Patel

Type of Visa: Immigration

Tazeen, Ami and the entire team at IAS are absolute experts in their field. Trust them and just do as they say. They will work their magic and get the job done for you.

Saurabh Agarwal & Antika Agarwal

Type of Visa: Permanent Resident Visa

We came to IAS on sound referrals of close friends. Rahul and I have been well guided and supported throughout the immigration process of our movement from India to Canada. The process started with the help in the selection of the country for immigration wherein we were guided by Tazeen and Hiral on the pros and cons of each target country. The charges was also explicitly explained in the beginning of the process to ensure that there was clarity on the overall costs involved. Once the decision was made, we were guided in each step of the process and the documents were thoroughly checked prior to initiating the application process. Their sound advice and processing of our application was the foundation on which we are now Canadian PR Visa holders. We would like to thank Tazeen, Hiral, Ami, Sue and other team members for their advice, hard work, contribution and support. Cdr Sunil Surendran (Retd) and Family
 
Alina Anna Philip

Type of Visa: Express Entry

Amazing Team. Very Proactive. On top of their game. We always felt comfortable as a client. They were very supportive and helped us get to the finish line with the least of turbulence. We are very thankful for their support and assistance during and after our successful PR and continue to keep in touch for our next stint. I would go a long way to recommend IAS for PR needs of anyone who seeks to immigrate. Thanks once again.
 
Devang Bhuta and Family

Type of Visa: Permanent Resident Visay

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