Move To Canada From Sweden As A Skilled Professional

Last Updated On : January 21 , 2025

To participate in the Express Entry Program to migrate to Canada on Skilled Migration, an expat residing in Sweden or a Swedish citizen must qualify for an acceptable vocation and then prepare to access the Canadian Express Entry Pool of Candidates.

Based on your previous work experience, you have several choices for moving to Canada. If you are a Tradesperson, you may be able to receive confirmed visas by passing a Red Seal Challenge, depending on your occupation.

Once you've found an Occupation in Demand on Canada's NOC List, we'll need to calculate your points on the Canadian Immigration Points Score Matrix for your Express Entry proposal. The Canadian Government will offer visa invitations to the candidates with the highest points scores from the pool as per the latest express entry draw.

What are the main categories of Canada Immigration from Sweden?

Canadian immigration is divided into six categories:

• Federal Skilled Worker
• Quebec Skilled Worker
• Provincial Nominee Program
• Family Sponsorship Program
• Business Immigrant -Startup Visa Program
• Canadian Experience Class

Role Of Canada PR Card For Swedish Citizen Immigration

Permanent Resident Cards are valid for five years. The Canadian Government advises permanent residents to keep track of their expiration date and seek to extend their Canadian permanent resident card within six months of its expiration.

The card's expiration date is printed on it. You cannot use your PR card as a travel document once it has expired. If your PR card is about to expire in the next six months, you must apply to renew it. You must be in Canada. If you return to Canada via commercial vehicle and have an expired PR card, you must obtain a PRTD.

Apply to Immigrate to Canada from Sweden Through Federal Skilled Worker Stream

Skilled work experience entails having worked in one of the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) job groups:

• Jobs in management (TEER 0)
• Professional positions (TEER 1)
• Technical and skilled trade jobs (TEER 2 & 3)

You must demonstrate that you performed the responsibilities outlined in the lead declaration of the occupational description in the IRCC TEER category while working in your principal occupation. This comprises all of the essential responsibilities and most of the critical duties listed.

Your professional expertise must be:

• Working in the same industry (and with the same NOC) as the job you intend to list for your immigration application (called your primary occupation).
• Paid work (wages or commissions—volunteer work or unpaid internships do not qualify) within the previous 10 years.
• 1 year of continuous employment or 1,560 total hours (30 hours per week).
• A part-time job in an equal amount: For example, 15 hours per week for 24 months equals one year of full-time employment (1,560 hours).
• To achieve this criterion, you may pursue as many part-time gigs as possible.

Canada-Sweden Relations and Opportunities for Immigration

Canada and Sweden share a strong and collaborative relationship built on shared values such as democracy, human rights, and a commitment to global sustainability. Their partnership extends to Arctic cooperation and regional development.

The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has significantly boosted trade relations between the two countries. Since its implementation, trade has grown substantially, with major exports from Sweden to Canada, including automotive products, chemicals, and furniture.

Strong diplomatic and economic ties between Sweden and Canada create a welcoming foundation for Swedish citizens interested in moving there. Programs like International Experience Canada allow for cultural exchange and temporary work opportunities. Other immigration options include skilled worker pathways, family sponsorships, and study permits, all supported by the positive bilateral relationship between the two nations.

Conclusion

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