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Canada's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

The Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Canada offers a pathway to permanent residency for qualified individuals with skills, education, and work experience that can contribute to the Canadian economy.

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Discover the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Canada

The Highly Skilled Worker Visa program in Canada provides an opportunity for skilled professionals to live and work permanently in Canada. This program is designed to attract talented individuals who can contribute to Canada's economy and fill skill gaps in various sectors.

Minimum Income Amount

Permanent residency

Visa-Free Travel Countries

172

Months to Visa

6 months

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A Snapshot of Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Canada

A pathway to permanent residency for skilled professionals in Canada

Eligibility Requirements

Individuals with skilled work experience, language proficiency, and education that meets Canadian standards. Skills must be in occupations classified as TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 in the National Occupational Classification (NOC)

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

Permanent residency

Months to Visa

6 months

Physical Presence Requirement

Permanent residents must meet residency obligations to maintain status

Availability

Medium

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

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Benefits of the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Canada

The program offers numerous advantages for highly skilled professionals looking to establish their career in Canada's diverse and innovative environment.

  • Permanent residency upon arrival
  • Access to Canada's universal healthcare system
  • Right to live, work, and study anywhere in Canada
  • Opportunity to bring family members
  • Path to Canadian citizenship after 3 years of residency

How to Apply for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Canada

Submit the form online and wait for an Invitation to Apply

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Requirements for Canada's Highly Skilled Worker Visa

To qualify for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their qualifications and professional experience.

  • At least one year of continuous full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in the past 10 years
  • Language proficiency in English or French (Canadian Language Benchmark 7)
  • Canadian educational credential or foreign credential with Educational Credential Assessment
  • Score at least 67 points out of 100 in the points-based system
  • Proof of funds for settlement (if applicable)

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Documents Needed for Canada's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

Completed Express Entry profile

Valid Passport

Language test results

Educational credentials and assessments

Proof of work experience

Police clearance certificates

Medical examination results

Proof of funds

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FAQs about Canada's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

How is the points-based system for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa calculated?

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Can I bring my family members with me on a Highly Skilled Worker Visa?

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Do I need a job offer to apply for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa?

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Can Highly Skilled Worker Visa holders apply for Canadian citizenship?

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Why Canada

Canada offers excellent career opportunities, high quality of life, and a welcoming environment for skilled professionals.

Benefits:

  • Strong, diverse economy
  • Excellent work-life balance
  • High standard of living

Advantages:

  • Multicultural society
  • Beautiful natural landscapes
  • Opportunities for professional growth

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