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Saturday, May 31, 2014

What You Need To Know About Canadian Immigration Requirements When Considering Moving There

By Nora Jennings


For many people in the developing world, moving to a developed country seems like an easy way to a better life. However, the only way to really improve your life by immigrating is to do it legally, so that you'll be able to fully benefit from what your adopted country has to offer. Canada is a popular choice but before you start working towards moving there, you need to check that you'll meet the Canadian immigration requirements.

Not every prospective immigrant is automatically accepted into Canada. The country's immigration department has very strict guidelines and criteria that you should meet before they'll approve your application. They use a point system where each criterion is worth a certain number of points. If your total score is high enough, your chances of being accepted are higher.

For instance, your education can earn you a good number of points. Highly skilled people are in demand, especially in fields such as law, medicine and the veterinary sciences. If you have a doctorate degree in one of these fields, your score will be very high. If, however, you only have a high school diploma, you will only score a few points.

However, education alone won't make you suitable for an economically active life. You also need some work experience and show that your knowledge isn't just theoretical. Every year that you've been working can earn you extra points that will improve your overall score.

To survive in any new country, you need to be able to communicate effectively. In Canada, this means that you should be proficient in English, French or both. To show how well you've mastered these languages, you need to have your listening, speaking, writing and reading skills tested and then submit the results when you submit your application.

Another determining factor is how old you are. If you're between the ages of 18 and 37, you'll score more points because this means that you still have many years of economic activity ahead of you. The potential points you can earn decrease for every year you're older than this age bracket. However, you'll be able to earn points if you have relatives in the country already or if you've lived there before and can adapt to the local culture.

The government will also look at other factors, such as whether you already have a job offer or sufficient funds to support yourself. Your health record is important too, because healthier people won't become a burden on the public healthcare system. If you have a criminal record, your chances of making the grade are very slim.

Your partner will be assessed too, especially for adaptability if it's clear that you'll be the breadwinner. Having a partner who's already a citizen of the country will help because this person can sponsor you and increase your chances. To make the process as easy as possible, it's advisable to contact an immigration agency or lawyer to help you with the details.




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