A Study Permit is required to study at most Canadian post-secondary institutions. Beyond your acceptance letter, you must demonstrate adequate funds for tuition, living costs, and return travel, and convince an officer of your intent to leave Canada when your permit expires.
Who is this for?
- Enrolled or admitted to a DLI (college or university)
- Able to prove sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses
- No criminal record (police certificate may be required)
- Medically admissible (medical exam may be required)
- Intending to leave Canada when studies are complete
Key facts
Processing Time
4–12 weeks
Stay Allowed
Duration of program + 90 days
Work Rights
24 hrs/week off-campus
How we support your application
- First-time study permits (college & university)
- Study permit extensions
- Program changes, conditions & compliance
- Applications from inside or outside Canada
- Refusals, reconsiderations & restoration of status
Documents you'll need
Letter of Acceptance from DLI
Provincial Attestation Letter
Valid Passport
English/French Language Test Results
Proof of Funds
Letter of Explanation
Medical Exam (if required)
Police Certificate (if required)
A Visitor Visa (TRV) is the official entry document required by most non-visa-exempt travellers entering Canada. A visa officer may issue a single or multiple-entry visa valid up to 10 years, though each stay is generally limited to 6 months. If you are already in Canada and your visitor status is expiring, a Visitor Record allows you to legally remain while you prepare to depart or transition to another immigration status.
Who is this for?
- Visiting family or friends in Canada
- Tourism, sightseeing, or personal travel
- Short-term business visits (meetings, conferences, site visits)
- Transit through a Canadian airport
- Visitors already in Canada who need to extend their stay
- Previously refused applicants seeking a new strategy
Key facts
Visitor Record Processing
4–8 weeks
Stay Allowed
Up to 6 months per entry
How we support your application
- First-time visitor visa (TRV) applications
- Visitor Record applications for status extensions inside Canada
- Overcoming previous refusals
- Strong documentation packages (ties to home country, finances, purpose)
- Business visitor application support
Documents you'll need
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
Proof of ties to home country
Travel itinerary or invitation letter
Employment or enrollment letter
Reason for extension letter (Visitor Record only)
Medical exam results (if required)
A Super Visa is a multi-entry visa specifically for parents and grandparents of Canadians or PRs. The host (your child or grandchild) must meet a minimum income threshold and provide a signed invitation letter. Applicants must be outside Canada at the time of application and carry valid private health insurance for at least 1 year from the date of entry.
Who is this for?
- Parents or grandparents of Canadian citizens or PRs
- Host child/grandchild meets minimum necessary income
- Applicant is outside Canada when applying
- Need private health insurance
- Visa-exempt nationals who want extended stays (5 years)
Key facts
Processing Time
4–12 weeks
Stay Per Entry
Up to 5 years
How we support your application
- Host eligibility & income assessment
- Invitation letter preparation
- Health insurance requirement guidance
- Relationship documentation review
- Full application package preparation and submission
Documents you'll need
Letter of invitation from child or grandchild
Proof of host's Canadian citizenship or PR status
Proof of relationship to host
Private health insurance (min. 1 year, Canadian or approved)
Immigration medical exam results
Host's proof of income (meeting minimum threshold)
Applicant's valid passport
Eligibility depends on the principal applicant's situation. Spouses of workers in TEER 0, 1, or select TEER 2/3 occupations qualify, as do spouses of international students in master's or doctoral programs (16+ months), or participants in eligible study programs. The permit must meet general work permit requirements and remaining work authorization of at least 16 months.
Who is this for?
- Spouse/partner of a worker in TEER 0, 1 or eligible TEER 2/3 occupations
- Spouse/partner of a master's or doctoral student (16+ month program)
- Applicants in a genuine relationship with the principal applicant
- Those meeting general work permit eligibility requirements
Key facts
Validity
Tied to principal applicant's permit
Work Rights
Open, any employer, any role
How we support your application
- Relationship verification and documentation review
- Principal applicant's work/study status confirmation
- TEER category and eligibility assessment
- Application preparation for inside or outside Canada
- Concurrent filing support (PGWP + SOWP)
- Status updates through to permit issuance
Documents you'll need
Principal applicant's work or study permit copy
Proof of principal applicant's TEER 0/1/2/3 occupation (if worker)
Proof of enrollment in eligible study program (if student)
Proof of 16+ months remaining authorized work/study
Valid passport
The PGWP duration is tied to the length of your program. Master's graduates can receive up to 3 years even for programs under 2 years (minimum 8 months). For all other programs under 2 years, the PGWP matches the program length; programs of 2+ years receive a 3-year permit. Multiple completed programs may be combined if each is PGWP-eligible and at least 8 months long.
Who is this for?
- Graduates of eligible programs at Canadian DLIs
- Students whose program was at least 8 months long
- Those who have not previously held a PGWP
- International students transitioning to the workforce
Key facts
Work Type
Open permit, any employer
How we support your application
- Program and DLI eligibility verification
- PGWP length assessment based on your program(s)
- Combined program duration calculations (if applicable)
- Application preparation and filing
- Status tracking through to permit issuance
Documents you'll need
Official graduation confirmation / diploma
Valid study permit or previous stamps
Academic transcripts
Proof of program completion
Valid passport
This permit ties you to a specific employer, location, and duration as listed on the document. Before applying, your employer must determine whether a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is required or if the position is LMIA-exempt, and provide the relevant documentation.
Who is this for?
- Foreign nationals with a valid job offer from a Canadian employer
- Workers whose employer is not on the non-compliant employers list
- Employer has obtained a positive LMIA (if required)
- LMIA-exempt workers under an international agreement or provision
- Those meeting general work permit eligibility criteria
Key facts
Work Rights
Employer-specific only
LMIA Needed
Depends on the position
How we support your application
- Job offer and LMIA documentation review
- LMIA vs. LMIA-exempt pathway assessment
- Application preparation and submission
- Conditions and compliance guidance
- Status tracking through to permit issuance
Documents you'll need
Valid job offer letter from employer
LMIA approval letter and Annex A (if LMIA-based)
Proof of LMIA-exempt basis (if applicable)
Educational credentials and qualifications
Valid passport
A BOWP is designed for principal applicants who have submitted a complete PR application and are waiting for a decision. You must reside in Canada (outside Quebec), hold valid status as a worker, and possess the Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) letter confirming your PR application passed the completeness check.
Who is this for?
- Living in Canada (outside Quebec) with valid temporary status
- Named principal applicant on a PR application
- Submitted a complete PR application that passed the completeness check
- Hold an AOR letter from IRCC
- Current work permit is about to expire or has recently expired
Key facts
Work Rights
Open, any employer
Tied To
Active PR application
How we support your application
- PR application status and AOR verification
- Existing work permit expiry review
- BOWP application preparation and submission
- Guidance on maintaining status during processing
- Status tracking and follow-up
Documents you'll need
Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) letter
Current or most recent work permit
PR application reference number
Proof of residency in Canada
Valid passport
This open work permit is available to foreign nationals in Canada who are being subjected to, or at risk of, abuse connected to their employment. Abuse can be physical, sexual, financial, psychological, or retaliatory in nature. You must currently hold a valid employer-specific work permit (or be awaiting a decision on an extension) and cannot apply at a port of entry.
Who is this for?
- In Canada with a valid employer-specific work permit
- Awaiting a decision on a work permit extension
- Experiencing or at risk of abuse related to your job
- Cannot apply at a port of entry (must apply from within Canada)
- Seeking to safely leave a harmful work environment
Key facts
Application Type
In-Canada only
Work Rights
Open, any employer
Basis
Abuse or risk of abuse
How we support your application
- Confidential eligibility and situation assessment
- Guidance on documenting abuse for the application
- Application preparation and submission
- Safety planning and next-steps support
- Status tracking and follow-up
Documents you'll need
Current employer-specific work permit
Evidence or description of abuse / risk of abuse
Proof of current Canadian address
Valid passport
Any supporting documentation (records, communications)
Express Entry uses a points-based Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) to rank candidates in a pool. IRCC holds regular draw rounds (general, program-specific, or category-based) and invites top-ranking candidates to apply for permanent residence. Candidates with a provincial nomination receive 600 bonus CRS points. As of March 2025, job offer points have been removed from CRS scoring.
Who is this for?
- Federal Skilled Workers (TEER 0–3, 1 year experience, score 67+)
- Federal Skilled Trades workers (TEER 2–3, trade certification)
- Canadian Experience Class (1 year skilled Canadian work experience)
- French-language proficient candidates (NCLC 7+ in all abilities)
- Occupation-based category candidates (healthcare, trades, STEM, education)
Key facts
Processing Time
6 months (after ITA)
Application Fee
CAD $1,525/applicant
ITA Valid For
60 days to apply
How we support your application
- CRS score calculation and profile optimization
- FSW, FST, and CEC eligibility assessment
- Express Entry profile creation and pool management
- Document preparation and review (ECA, language tests, NOC)
- Complete PR application after ITA received
- Category-based draw eligibility analysis
Documents you'll need
Language test results (IELTS/CELPIP for English; TEF/TCF for French)
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign education
Employment records / reference letters
Valid passport
Police certificates
Medical exam results
Provincial nomination certificate (if applicable)
There are two ways to apply. Through Express Entry: a provincial nomination gives you 600 extra CRS points, which almost guarantees an invitation to apply, and processing takes about 8 months. Through a paper-based application sent directly to IRCC: this takes about 19 months. Each province has its own programs and requirements based on what workers they need most.
Who is this for?
- Skilled workers with a job offer from a provincial employer
- International graduates from a Canadian institution in that province
- Entrepreneurs or investors targeting a specific province
- Workers in high-demand occupations within a province
- Candidates already living or working in a province
Key facts
EE-Linked Processing
~8 months
Non-EE Processing
~19 months
CRS Bonus (EE)
+600 points
How we support your application
- Province and stream selection strategy
- Eligibility assessment for BC PNP, AB, SK, MB, ON, and Atlantic streams
- Expression of Interest (EOI) and profile preparation
- Full PR application package preparation (EE or paper-based)
- IRCC submission and status tracking
Documents you'll need
Provincial nomination certificate
Language test results
Educational credentials (ECA if foreign)
Employment records and job offer letter (if applicable)
Valid passport
Police certificates
Medical exam results
The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is intake-limited. For 2025, invitations were sent to 17,860 potential sponsors selected from the 2020 Interest to Sponsor pool, with a goal of 10,000 complete applications. The sponsor must meet Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) requirements for the 3 preceding tax years and sign a 20-year financial undertaking (10 years in Quebec). Not yet invited? The Super Visa remains an excellent long-stay alternative.
Who is this for?
- Canadian citizens or PRs who received a 2025 PGP invitation to apply
- Submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020 (without a prior ITA)
- Meet the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) for the 3 preceding tax years
- Not disqualified by prior sponsorship default, criminal history, or removal order
Key facts
Processing Time
~24 months
Intake Cap (2025)
10,000 applications
Undertaking
20 years (10 in Quebec)
How we support your application
- Sponsor eligibility and income (MNI) review
- Application preparation and portal submission
- Co-signer income assessment (if applicable)
- Admissibility guidance (medical, police, relationships)
- Super Visa assessment if PGP invitation not received
Documents you'll need
Invitation to Apply letter from IRCC
Notices of Assessment (CRA) for 3 consecutive tax years
Proof of Canadian citizenship or PR status
Proof of relationship (birth/adoption certificates)
Sponsored person's valid passport
Medical exam results
Police certificates
IMM 5768 (Financial Evaluation) and IMM 5748 (Income Sources)
After receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA), candidates have only 60 days to submit a complete, accurate PR application to IRCC. Errors, missing documents, or inconsistencies can lead to delays, requests for additional information, or refusal. Our review service provides a thorough assessment of your application before submission.
Who is this for?
- Express Entry candidates who received an ITA
- Those who want a second opinion before submitting
- Applicants unsure about NOC codes, work experience, or ECA reports
- DIY applicants seeking professional validation
Key facts
ITA Validity
60 days to apply
Service Type
Review only (no submission)
Turnaround
Typically 3–5 business days
How we support your application
- Full document checklist review against IRCC requirements
- NOC code verification and work experience alignment
- Language test score validation
- ECA report review for foreign education
Documents you'll need
Your complete application package (all forms and documents)
ITA letter from IRCC
Language test results
ECA report
Employment records and reference letters
To qualify, you must hold valid PR status, have been physically present in Canada for at least 1,095 days (3 years) within the 5-year period before applying, meet language requirements (CLB 4+ in English or French if ages 18–54), have filed taxes for at least 3 of the 5 preceding years, and not be under any prohibition. Time spent in Canada as a temporary resident counts as half a day, up to 365 days. A citizenship test is required for ages 18–54. Note: Bill C-3 (December 2025) expanded citizenship by descent beyond the first generation.
Who is this for?
- Permanent residents with at least 1,095 days of physical presence in 5 years
- Ages 18–54 who meet English or French language requirement (CLB 4+)
- Those who have filed Canadian taxes for 3 of the last 5 years
- Not under a removal order, criminal prohibition, or security concern
- Minors applying with or alongside a Canadian parent
Key facts
Processing Time
12–24 months
Physical Presence
1,095 days in 5 years
Application Fee
CAD $630 adults / $100 minors
How we support your application
- Physical presence calculator review and travel history analysis
- Language requirement assessment
- Citizenship test preparation guidance
Documents you'll need
Proof of permanent resident status (PR card, COPR)
Passports covering the 5-year eligibility period
Physical Presence Calculator printout
Proof of language ability (test results, Canadian diploma, or language program certificate)
CRA Notices of Assessment for 3 tax years
Two passport-sized photos meeting IRCC specs
Police certificates (if applicable)
A positive LMIA confirms that no available Canadian worker can fill the position. The employer must demonstrate recruitment efforts, fair wages, and a workplace that meets provincial employment standards. We assist employers through the entire ESDC process, from job advertisement requirements through to the LMIA approval letter and Annex A that the foreign worker needs for their work permit.
Who is this for?
- Canadian employers seeking to hire a foreign national for a specific role
- Employers in high-wage or low-wage streams
- Agricultural and food processing employers
- Employers in Global Talent Stream (TTS A & B) occupations
Key facts
Processing Time
1–5 months (stream dependent)
Employer LMIA Fee
CAD $1,000 per position
How we support your application
- Employer eligibility and stream selection assessment
- Job advertisement strategy (NOC, duration, platforms)
- LMIA application form preparation and submission
- Wage and working conditions review
- Recruitment documentation review
- Follow-up with ESDC through to decision
Documents you'll need
Business registration and CRA business number
Proof of recruitment efforts (job ads, screening records)
Offer of employment details
Financial statements or proof of business operations
Provincial workplace safety and employment compliance records
Under the 2021 NOC matrix, jobs are categorized into TEER levels (0–5) based on training, education, experience, and responsibilities. Express Entry covers TEER 0–3. An incorrect NOC can lead to an ineligible application, a refusal, or a misrepresentation finding. We review your job duties against the NOC lead statement and main duties to confirm the best-fit code.
Who is this for?
- Express Entry applicants unsure of their NOC code
- Workers whose duties span multiple NOC titles
- LMIA applicants needing accurate NOC for the position offered
- Employers and HR teams building job descriptions for immigration purposes
Key facts
NOC System
2021 NOC (TEER 0–5)
EE Eligible
TEER 0, 1, 2, 3 only
How we support your application
- Review of job description and actual duties performed
- Mapping against NOC lead statement and main duties
- TEER category and Express Entry eligibility confirmation
- Guidance on how to present duties in immigration applications
Documents you'll need
Detailed job description or current duties list
Employment offer letter or contract
Professional licenses or certifications (if applicable)
Previous NOC codes used (if any)
PR cards are typically valid for 5 years. To renew, you must be physically present in Canada and meet the residency obligation: 730 days (2 years) of physical presence in Canada in every 5-year period. Apply when your card is within 9 months of expiry. If you are outside Canada without a valid PR card, you must apply for a PRTD (Permanent Resident Travel Document) to return. An expired card does not mean you've lost PR status, but IRCC will check your residency obligation when you apply.
Who is this for?
- PRs whose card is expiring within 9 months
- PRs whose card is already expired (apply from inside Canada)
- PRs whose card was lost, stolen, or damaged
- PRs who have legally changed their name
Key facts
Processing Time
~33 days (as of Sept 2025)
Residency Requirement
730 days in 5 years
How we support your application
- Residency obligation assessment (730-day calculation)
- PR card application preparation
- CBSA travel history report guidance
- Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) assessment if residency not met
- Application submission and tracking
Documents you'll need
Current or most recent PR card (or explanation if lost/stolen)
Valid passport
Two passport-sized photos (IRCC specifications)
Travel history documentation (entry/exit records, boarding passes)
Proof of Canadian address
A PRTD is a single-entry travel document attached to your passport at a visa office or Visa Application Centre (VAC) outside Canada. To qualify, you must have met the residency obligation: 730 days of physical presence in Canada within the 5 years before applying. All PRTD applications are processed on a priority basis. Once you return, apply for a PR card renewal immediately.
Who is this for?
- PRs outside Canada whose PR card expired, was lost, stolen, or damaged
- PRs who meet the 730-day residency obligation
- PRs who changed their name and need documentation updated
- PRs in urgent need to return to Canada
Key facts
Validity
Single entry only
Processed By
Visa office / VAC outside Canada
Residency Required
730 days in 5 years
How we support your application
- Residency obligation review and travel history analysis
- PRTD application preparation and document package
- Guidance on submitting via IRCC PR Portal or local VAC
- Urgent processing request preparation (if applicable)
- Post-return PR card renewal support
Documents you'll need
Valid current passport
Copies of all passports used in the last 5 years
Proof of PR status (prior PR card, COPR, or landing record IMM 1000)
Travel history documentation (entry/exit records)
Two passport-sized photos
IMM 5444 form
Police certificate (if name changed)
TRPs are issued at an officer's discretion to people who are inadmissible to Canada (e.g., criminal history, medical grounds) but have a good reason to enter, such as family emergencies, business travel, or employment. A TRP can be valid for up to 3 years. TRP holders do not benefit from maintained status while a new TRP is being processed. If a TRP is valid for 6+ months, the holder may also apply for a work or study permit.
Who is this for?
- Persons inadmissible to Canada due to criminality (e.g., past DUI or conviction)
- Persons inadmissible for medical grounds with urgent need to enter
- Current TRP holders needing an extension or subsequent TRP
- Victims of human trafficking or family violence (fee-exempt)
- Foreign nationals who were in state care as children
Key facts
Maximum Validity
Up to 3 years
Entry Type
Single or multiple entry
Application Fee
CAD $246.25
How we support your application
- Inadmissibility assessment and TRP eligibility analysis
- Compelling need vs. risk narrative preparation
- Application preparation for inland, port of entry, or outside Canada
- Criminal rehabilitation pathway comparison
- Subsequent TRP applications and extensions
Documents you'll need
Valid passport or travel document
Detailed explanation of inadmissibility and compelling need
Court records, rehabilitation evidence (for criminal inadmissibility)
Supporting letters (employer, medical, family)
Current TRP and work/study permit (if extending)
GCMS notes are requested through an Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) request. They include officer notes, system entries, and internal communications related to your immigration application. This information is invaluable for understanding refusals, preparing stronger reapplications, or addressing concerns before a decision is made.
Who is this for?
- Applicants whose application was refused without a clear explanation
- Applicants experiencing unexplained processing delays
- Those preparing a stronger reapplication or reconsideration
- Applicants who want to proactively understand their file status
Key facts
Request Type
ATIP (Access to Information)
ATIP Processing
30–60 business days
How we support your application
- ATIP request preparation and submission on your behalf
- Review and plain-language explanation of notes received
- Identification of officer concerns or red flags
- Strategic recommendations for reapplication or response
- Follow-up support for next application steps
Documents you'll need
Proof of identity (passport or PR card)
Application reference number or UCI
Copy of refusal letter (if applicable)
Any prior ATIP response (if already received)