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Permanent Residency Visa in Canada

 

✅ What is a Canada PR Visa?

A Canada Permanent Residency Visa allows you to live, work, and study anywhere in Canada permanently. As a PR holder, you are not a Canadian citizen yet, but you enjoy many of the same rights and benefits.

 

✅ Benefits of Canada PR

  1. Live, work, or study anywhere in Canada.
  2. Access to free healthcare and most social benefits.
  3. Protection under Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
  4. Apply for Canadian Citizenship after 3 years of living in Canada.
  5. Sponsor eligible family members to join you in Canada.
  6. Better job opportunities and a higher standard of living.

 

✅ Pathways to Apply for Canada PR

There are different ways to immigrate to Canada. The main programs are:

  1. Express Entry System
  • Fastest and most popular pathway.
  • For skilled workers.
  • Managed under three categories:
    • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
    • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
    • Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
  • Selection is based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score (age, education, work experience, language skills).
  1. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
  • For people who want to live in a specific province.
  • Each province/territory has its own immigration streams.
  • If nominated, you get additional CRS points which increase your chances of PR.
  1. Family Sponsorship
  • For spouses, children, parents, or grandparents of Canadian citizens/PR holders.
  1. Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP)
  • Special program for those who want to settle in Quebec.
  • Has its own selection system and criteria.
  1. Other Pathways
  • Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
  • Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP)
  • Start-up Visa (for entrepreneurs)
  • Caregiver Programs

 

✅ Eligibility Criteria for Canada PR

  • Age: Preferably under 45 years.
  • Education: Minimum secondary school, higher education preferred.
  • Work Experience: At least 1 year of skilled work experience.
  • Language Proficiency: Proof of English or French (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF).
  • Proof of Funds: Must show sufficient funds to support yourself and family.
  • Medical & Police Clearance: Must be healthy and have no criminal record.

 

✅ Documents Required

  • Valid Passport
  • Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
  • Language test results (IELTS/CELPIP/TEF)
  • Work experience letters
  • Proof of funds (bank statements)
  • Medical examination certificate
  • Police clearance certificate
  • Digital photographs
  • Other supporting documents (marriage/birth certificates if applicable)

 

✅ Step-by-Step Process (Express Entry Example)

  1. Check Eligibility (through CRS score calculator).
  2. Get Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
  3. Take IELTS or CELPIP exam (English/French proficiency).
  4. Create Express Entry profile online.
  5. Enter the pool of candidates.
  6. Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA) if CRS score is high enough.
  7. Submit PR application with all documents.
  8. Medical exam & police clearance.
  9. Application processing (usually 6–12 months).
  10. Receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
  11. Move to Canada as a PR holder.

 

✅ Processing Time & Fees

  • Processing Time: 6 to 12 months (Express Entry is fastest).
  • Government Fees:
    • Application fee: CAD $1,365 (including right of permanent residence fee).
    • Spouse: CAD $1,365
    • Child: CAD $230 each

 

✅ How Long is Canada PR Valid?

  • A PR card is usually valid for 5 years.
  • You must live in Canada at least 730 days (2 years) within 5 years to maintain PR status.
  • After 3 years of residence, you may apply for citizenship.

 

✅ Why Choose Canada for PR?

  • High demand for skilled workers.
  • Safe, multicultural country.
  • Free healthcare and quality education.
  • Strong economy and career growth.
  • Pathway to Canadian citizenship.

 


Permanent Residency Visa in Australia

 

✅ What is an Australia PR Visa?

An Australia Permanent Residency Visa allows you to live, work, and study in Australia permanently. PR holders are not Australian citizens yet, but they enjoy many benefits almost equal to citizens.

✅ Benefits of Australia PR

  1. Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia.
  2. Access to Medicare (Australia’s free public healthcare system).
  3. Sponsor eligible relatives for PR.
  4. Apply for Australian citizenship after a certain period.
  5. Free or subsidized education for children.
  6. Travel freely to and from Australia.
  7. Social security benefits after 2 years of PR.

✅ Main Pathways for Australia PR

There are several visa categories through which you can apply for PR:

  1. Skilled Migration Visas (Point-Based System)
  • Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa):
    For skilled workers with no sponsorship from employer, state, or family.
  • Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa):
    For skilled workers nominated by a state or territory.
  • Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa):
    For skilled workers nominated by regional areas (5 years validity, leads to PR).
  1. Employer-Sponsored Visas
  • Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme): For skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer.
  • Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa → PR Pathway): Temporary work visa leading to PR.
  1. Business & Investment Visas
  • For entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners.
  1. Family-Sponsored Visas
  • For partners, children, parents, or relatives of Australian citizens/PR holders.

✅ Eligibility Criteria for Australia PR

  • Age: Below 45 years (for skilled visas).
  • Points Requirement: At least 65 points (based on age, education, experience, English skills, etc.).
  • Occupation: Your job must be on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) or relevant list.
  • English Proficiency: IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL score required.
  • Skills Assessment: Must be assessed by the relevant assessing authority in Australia.
  • Health & Character: Medical exam and police clearance required.

✅ Points System (Minimum 65 Required)

  • Age: Up to 30 points (25–32 years get maximum points).
  • English Proficiency: Up to 20 points.
  • Work Experience: Up to 20 points.
  • Education: Up to 20 points.
  • Australian Study/Work Experience: Extra points.
  • State Nomination or Family Sponsorship: Extra 5–15 points.

✅ Documents Required

  • Valid Passport
  • Skills Assessment Report
  • English Language Test Results (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL)
  • Educational Certificates
  • Work Experience Letters
  • Proof of Funds (if required)
  • Medical Certificate
  • Police Clearance Certificate
  • Digital Photographs

✅ Step-by-Step Process (General Skilled Migration Example)

  1. Check eligibility (calculate your PR points).
  2. Choose the right visa subclass (189, 190, or 491).
  3. Take English proficiency test (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL).
  4. Get your skills assessed by the relevant authority.
  5. Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.
  6. Wait for Invitation to Apply (ITA).
  7. Submit visa application online with all documents.
  8. Health check & police verification.
  9. Visa processing and approval.
  10. Receive Australia PR Visa grant.

✅ Processing Time & Fees

  • Processing Time: 6 months to 18 months (depends on subclass and profile).
  • Visa Fees (Approx.):
    • Primary applicant: AUD $4,640
    • Spouse: AUD $2,320
    • Child: AUD $1,160

✅ Validity & Citizenship Pathway

  • PR visa is valid for 5 years.
  • You must live in Australia at least 2 years out of 5 to maintain PR.
  • After 4 years of living in Australia (with at least 1 year as PR), you can apply for citizenship.

✅ Why Choose Australia for PR?

  • High demand for skilled workers.
  • Strong economy and career growth opportunities.
  • Multicultural and safe country.
  • Free healthcare (Medicare) and subsidized education.
  • Pathway to Australian citizenship.
  • High quality of life and work-life balance.

Permanent Residency Visa in New Zealand

  

What is New Zealand PR?

A Permanent Residency (PR) visa allows you to live, work, and study in New Zealand indefinitely. PR holders enjoy most of the rights of New Zealand citizens, including access to healthcare, education, and social benefits.

Benefits of New Zealand PR

  • Live, work, and study in New Zealand permanently.
  • Access to free or subsidized healthcare and education.
  • Apply for most social security benefits.
  • Travel freely in and out of New Zealand.
  • Include your partner and dependent children in your application.
  • Pathway to apply for New Zealand citizenship.

 

Pathways to New Zealand PR

There are different categories through which you can apply for PR:

(a) Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)

  • Based on points system (age, work experience, qualifications, job offer).
  • You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).
  • If selected, you may receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR.

(b) Work to Residence

  • If you have worked in New Zealand for 2+ years on a Work Visa (such as Accredited Employer Work Visa), you may qualify for PR.

(c) Investor & Entrepreneur Category

  • Available for investors who can invest a certain amount in New Zealand economy.
  • Entrepreneur PR is for those who have successfully run a business in NZ for at least 2 years.

(d) Family Category

  • If you are a partner, dependent child, or parent of a New Zealand citizen or resident, you may apply under this category.

(e) Residence from Work

  • If you held a Work to Residence Visa for at least 24 months and met specific conditions, you can apply for PR.

 

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for New Zealand PR, you generally need to:

  • Be under 55 years of age (for SMC).
  • Have good English language proficiency (IELTS/PTE acceptable).
  • Meet health and character requirements.
  • Have a valid job offer in New Zealand (for skilled category).
  • Meet the required points threshold (in case of Skilled Migrant Category).

New Zealand PR Points System (Skilled Migrant Category)

Points are awarded for:

  • Age (younger applicants score higher).
  • Skilled employment in New Zealand.
  • Qualifications (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD).
  • Work experience (especially if in NZ).
  • Partner’s qualifications or job (extra points).

(Usually, minimum 180 points are required to receive an ITA – subject to changes by Immigration NZ).

 

Processing Time

  • Expression of Interest (EOI) selection: Every few weeks (depends on immigration updates).
  • Invitation to Apply (ITA): If selected, you’ll have 4 months to submit documents.
  • PR visa decision: 6 to 12 months (average timeline).

 

Documents Required

  • Valid passport.
  • Birth certificate.
  • Educational certificates (degree/diploma).
  • Employment proof (job offer, experience letters, salary slips).
  • English language test results (IELTS, PTE Academic).
  • Medical certificate & chest X-ray.
  • Police clearance certificate.
  • Marriage/birth certificates (for dependents).

 

Application Process

  1. Check eligibility (points, health, character, age, etc.).
  2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) online.
  3. If selected, you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
  4. Submit all documents with fees.
  5. Immigration New Zealand assesses your application.
  6. If approved, you receive Permanent Residency Visa.

 

Fees for New Zealand PR (Approximate)

  • Expression of Interest (EOI): NZD $530 (online).
  • Residence from Work Visa: NZD $2400–$3000 (depending on category).
  • Investor & Entrepreneur PR: Higher fees due to investment.
    (Exact fees depend on category and country of application.)

 

Pathway to New Zealand Citizenship

  • After holding a PR visa for 5 years, you may apply for citizenship if you have lived in New Zealand for a required time and meet other conditions.