Canadian PR Immigration: Tips and Tricks

Canada is a pro-immigration country with one of the highest immigration rates per population. Although the country encourages skilled immigrants to immigrate to Canada, that doesn’t make its immigration process any easier. With more than 60 immigration programs, Canada has a very well-regulated immigration process that’s strict with very particular screening criteria. It’s important to make sure you follow the procedure and instructions for your immigration program religiously to have a successful application.

With no prior immigration experience, it can be hard for beginners to ensure everything goes right. A rejection can taint your application and can hurt your prospects of building a life in Canada. Therefore, it’s important to get your immigration and PR application right the very first time you apply.

To make sure you’re a strong immigration candidate, here are some tips and tricks from the legal professionals themselves to help you through the process.

Tip 1: Choose the Right Immigration Program

As mentioned earlier, there are more than 60 Canadian immigration programs. Make sure to pick an immigration program that’s the best for you. Picking the right immigration program will allow you to immigrate more easily. This is because you’ll be able to acquire more points which will help you to get a PR earlier.

Make sure you understand how the process works. Research what can help you be a better candidate for the chosen program. Be greedy for points. If you can improve your points by doing something, make sure to do it.

Tip 2: Fill Your Application Properly

It’s crucial to fill your applications properly. Some of the things you need to follow religiously are:

• Don’t leave any blanks– Leaving blanks can confuse your immigration officers. Make sure to write ‘Not Applicable’ if something doesn’t apply to you. Check your application at least twice to make sure you haven’t left anything blanks. Leaving things blank can cause your application to be returned without being processed.

• Be mindful of deadlines– It’s crucial to submit all your documents before the deadline. Make sure to leave nothing for the end. Start working on the application on day one. Submit your application way before the deadline just to be safe.
• Don’t leave out Family Members– Not mentioning all your family members or dependents can cause your application to be rejected. Make sure to include everyone, even if you don’t plan to sponsor them.
• Attach all the documents on the checklist – Submit all the documents mentioned on the checklist. Review the checklist at least twice to make sure nothing is missing. If a document is unavailable, make sure to write a cover letter explaining why it isn’t available.

Tip 3: Collect Your Documents in Advance

Make sure to collect all your documents before you dive into the process, as you might not have enough time later. For example, once you’re invited to apply for Express Entry, you only have 60 days to submit your application which might not be enough time to prepare all your legal documents. Therefore, it’s important to collect all your legal documents before you start the process.

Tip 4: Stay Away from Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation can cause your application to be rejected. Verify every piece of information that you put on your application or any other documents (invitation letters, sponsorship letters, etc.). Make sure there’s no accidental or deliberate misrepresentation, as it can ban you from applying for immigration for a good five years or more.

Tip 5: Attach a Lot of Supporting Documents

Attaching more supporting documents can make you a strong candidate. It’ll add more credibility and authenticity to your application and will help with the process. Make sure to add as many supporting documents as you can.

Tip 6: Give Strong Proof of Marriage for Spousal Sponsorship

If you’re sponsoring your spouse, make sure to give strong proof of marriage. The immigration officers want to ensure the legitimacy of the marriage. This is something that they’re truly concerned about. Make sure to provide them with enough proof to support your case.

Tip 7: Write Convincing Sponsorship Letters

Whether you’re writing a sponsorship letter or an invitation letter, make sure it’s convincing. For a sponsorship or invitation letter to be a success, it has to:

• Be Informative– There’s a list of things you need to provide when writing a letter. Don’t miss any information about yourself or the applicant. Make sure to check all the information with the applicant to avoid any misrepresentation.
• Be Emotionally Compelling– One of the ways to write a strong and convincing letter is to make it emotionally compelling. Make sure to get it checked by an immigration lawyer or consultant before you finally submit it.
• Dismiss the Major Concerns – Think of the major concerns that the immigration officers might have and try to address them in your letter.
• Provide all supporting documents – Attach all the required supporting documents along with the letter.

Tip 8: Understand How the Point System Works

It’s important to understand how the system for your immigration program works. If you have a point system like CRS, research ways to improve your score. Learn how the system works to score better. Make sure you completely understand the system and are constantly working to improve your points.

Tip 9: Redo Your IELTS

Language tests are required for a lot of immigration programs. Scores of these tests contribute towards your immigration points. Check if this is true for your program as well. If it is, reappear for your IELTS and take the test again to improve your score. This is one of the easiest ways to improve your immigration score.

Tip 10: Hire a Canadian Immigration Lawyer

As Canadian immigration is a complicated process, hiring the right legal help is crucial for your application. Make sure you hire the right registered Canadian immigration consultants and lawyers who have the experience, skills, and expertise to guide you through the process.

If you’re looking for such legal professionals, contact Nanda and Associate Lawyers Professional Corporation. We’re immigration lawyers based in Mississauga who can guide you through immigration, sponsorship, and work permit processes such as Federal Skilled Workers Program and spou
sal open work permit.

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