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15 Essential Documents List Required for Canada PR


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Last Updated On : February 10 , 2024


Preparing all the required documents for Canada PR is a significant advantage in your immigration process. It streamlines your application and demonstrates your readiness to comply with the immigration requirements. Here's how it can help:

Efficiency: Having all documents ready ensures a smoother and faster application process.

Adherence to Requirements: Having all the necessary documents shows you are committed to meeting these requirements, enhancing your application's credibility.

Application Completeness: An application that includes all required documents is considered complete. Incomplete applications may be returned or delayed, but having everything ready from the start increases the likelihood of a successful submission.

Many applicants often question whether a birth certificate is required for immigration purposes.

Regarding the birth certificate, while it is not always mandatory for all immigration programs, it is a commonly requested document. Including your birth certificate provides proof of your identity and is often required to establish familial relationships. It's advisable to check the specific requirements of the immigration program you are applying for to confirm whether a birth certificate is mandatory or recommended.

If it is required, not submitting it could lead to delays or complications in your application process. Always follow the guidelines provided by the immigration authorities and consult official sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.The documents required for applying through the Express Entry system and the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in Canada may vary somewhat.

To successfully immigrate to Canada, three main phases need to be completed:

  1. Processing,
  2. Documentation, and
  3. Submission of the Permanent Residency (PR) application.

All three phases are critical and must be done accurately. The first step is creating an express entry profile in the express entry pool. The next important step is gathering and submitting all the necessary documents for the application process.

Read on to learn about the documentation needed for Canada PR immigration:

  1. Passport
  2. There is no requirement for extended validity beyond six months. However, if your passport has less than six months of validity when you arrive in Canada, it may take longer to get through an immigration inspection.

  3. Educational Credential Assessment
  4. An educational credential assessment (ECA) is used to verify that your foreign degree, diploma, or certification (or other credential proof) is legitimate and equivalent to one from Canada. ECAs are divided into numerous types. It would be best if you got an ECA for immigration purposes.

  5. The Results Of The Language Test
  6. You must demonstrate your English skills to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada to get a Canadian visa (IRCC). With over three million exams completed in the last year, IELTS is one of the country’s most popular elevated English language assessments.

  7. A Letter Of Employment From A Canadian Company
  8. A job offer letter is a document sent by a Canadian company (as a temporary worker). It describes the specifics of your employment. A job offer letter (or “employment letter”) is often less specific than a contract.

  9. Certificate of Nomination (Provincial)
  10. The province or territory will review your application. They will provide you with a nomination certificate if you match their criteria. When applying for permanent residency, you must include a copy of the nomination certificate.

  11. Divorce Certificates or Marriage Certificates (if applicable)
  12. Photocopies of your identity and civil registry documents must be included with your Canada visa application. Birth certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce/annulment certificates are examples of such documents. In some situations, you may be asked to submit National IDs or family or household registers.

  13. Your Unique Reference Number
  14. Your reference code is a one-of-a-kind code provided to you by Come to Canada, our online eligibility tool. This code is required to initiate an online application for a guest visa, study or work permit, etc.

  15. Profile Number for Express Entry
  16. The profile number may be found at the top of the PDF mail. The Job Seeker Validation Code should be found in the section under “To Register with Job Bank.”

  17. Validation Code For Job Seekers
  18. The IRCC system generates a four-digit code called the Job Seeker Validation Code. The code authenticates your Express Entry profile, which you will require when enrolling with Job Bank or applying for a Provincial Nominee programme in Canada.

  19. A Doctor’s Diagnosis
  20. General medical examinations for the eyes, nose, heart, lungs, and other organs, chest X-rays, HIV and Syphilis blood testing, and urine tests are frequent tests that immigrants must pass while applying for Canadian permanent residency.

  21. Photographs
  22. The photos must be the same and shot within the previous six months. They might be black and white or coloured. The images must be crisp and well-defined, with a basic white or light-coloured backdrop.

  23. Birth Certificate
  24. One of the following documents must be used:

    • Birth certificate
    • Birth country similar document
    • Letter of explanation (with no birth certificate available in the country)

  25. Verification Report From The Police
  26. Police certifications are necessary for the primary applicant and any accompanying family members 18 or older. It is a process that verifies visa applicants’ criminal or security backgrounds to guarantee their admissibility to Canada.

  27. Previous Employer’s Letter Of Endorsement
  28. Letters of recommendation may not be necessary in many cases. However, supplying them, in any case, may set you apart from the competition. Letters of recommendation help employers learn what others valued about working or interacting with you and the accomplishments that stood out to them.

  29. Proof of Funds
  30. You will need to demonstrate to the Canadian government that you have sufficient money to sustain yourself and any following family members when you arrive in Canada as part of the permanent residence application procedure.

Conclusion:

Seeking advice from a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) can be beneficial when immigrating to Canada. RCICs are knowledgeable about Canadian immigration ministry updates, government laws, updated policies, and procedures.

How can PAIC Help?

Paul Abraham holds the prestigious designation of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant RCIC License Number R406367.

Paul Abraham has 1,300+ applications for candidates under the express entry pool, many of whom have received ITAs in recent years, with a success rate of 98%.

For more information, you can visit PAIC Immigration Services.

F.A.Q.

If you encounter missing documentation during your Canadian immigration application, don't panic.

Clearly explain the situation in a supporting letter, providing as much detail as possible about the missing document. If feasible, submit alternative supporting documents. Consider requesting an extension if needed, clearly outlining the reasons for the delay. Always maintain open communication with the immigration authorities throughout the process.

A passport or travel document, language test results, proof of Canadian education, proof of work experience, proof of funds, and mandatory documents are mandatory. In contrast, some documents, like a provincial nominee certificate of trade experience from a Canadian authority, are not mandatory.
Yes, IME is one of the essential documents to start your immigration process. IRCC requires all applicants to undergo a medical examination to ensure they meet the health standards to become a permanent residents of Canada. As the immigration minister wants to make the express entry system more convenient to applicants after October 1, 2023, you don’t need an upfront medical exam before submitting your PR application through Express Entry.
The required documents for Indians applying for Canada PR are generally the same as for applicants from other countries. However, the specific documents may vary based on the immigration program.

You have to go to the IRCC Page How To Get A Police Certificate, select your country from the dropdown menu, and click on “Find out how to apply,” which will take you to a step-by-step instruction page for that country.

For any doubt contact your immigration consultant