Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility depends on the immigration program you are applying under. Canada offers both temporary residence pathways (study permits, work permits, visitor visas) and permanent residence pathways (economic immigration, family sponsorship, provincial nomination).

Each pathway has distinct statutory and regulatory requirements. Eligibility must be assessed against the specific program criteria, not general assumptions.

Yes. Eligibility does not guarantee approval. Even where an applicant meets program requirements, an application may be refused if the applicant is found inadmissible, documentation is insufficient, or the officer is not satisfied that the applicant meets all statutory requirements.

The appropriate pathway depends on your background, purpose of travel, and long-term plans. Immigration pathways fall into two broad categories:

• Temporary residence: study permits, work permits, visitor visas
• Permanent residence: Express Entry programs, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), family sponsorship, and other economic streams

Express Entry manages applications under federal economic programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades Program.

Eligibility is based on skilled work experience, language proficiency, education, age, and other selection factors. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee an invitation to apply.

A low CRS score does not necessarily mean you are ineligible for permanent residence. Some applicants improve their scores through language results, education, or work experience, while others explore Provincial Nominee Programs or alternative pathways.

Provincial Nominee Programs allow provinces and territories to nominate individuals who meet specific labour market and economic needs. Each province sets its own eligibility criteria, and some streams are available to applicants outside Canada.

To be eligible for a study permit, an applicant must have a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution, demonstrate sufficient financial support, satisfy an officer that they will leave Canada at the end of their authorized stay, and present a credible study plan.

Officers assess the logical progression of studies and overall purpose of travel.

In some cases, yes. Certain study programs may support future eligibility for work permits and permanent residence pathways. However, not all programs lead to permanent residence.

Planning must be done before submitting a study permit application to avoid pathways that do not align with long-term goals.

Eligibility depends on the type of work permit. Some work permits require a valid job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), while others are LMIA-exempt under specific regulatory provisions.

The applicant's qualifications and the nature of the employment are assessed.

Only under limited categories, such as open work permits issued to certain applicants, including spouses of eligible foreign workers or graduates under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program. These permits are subject to specific conditions.

In limited circumstances, yes. Eligibility depends on current status, timing, and compliance with immigration conditions. Not all visitors qualify to change status from within Canada.

Inadmissibility means a person is legally barred from entering or remaining in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). A person may meet program eligibility requirements but still be refused due to inadmissibility.

Common grounds include:

• Criminal inadmissibility
• Medical inadmissibility
• Misrepresentation
• Non-compliance with immigration law
• Financial inadmissibility
• Previous removal orders or overstays

Each ground has specific legal consequences and assessment criteria.

In some cases, yes. Depending on the ground, options may include rehabilitation, medical assessments, or procedural remedies. These situations require careful legal analysis and proper documentation.

Applications are commonly refused when an officer is not satisfied that the applicant meets all legislative and regulatory requirements. Reasons may include insufficient documentation, lack of credibility, weak ties to the home country, inconsistent information, or failure to address past immigration history.

Yes. Refusals form part of an applicant's immigration record. Future applications must directly address the reasons for refusal. Reapplying without resolving the underlying issues often results in repeat refusals.

Yes, provided the reasons for refusal are clearly understood and corrected. Strategic reassessment is critical before submitting a new application.

A proper eligibility and admissibility assessment reviews your background against program requirements and potential risk factors. Online tools cannot assess inadmissibility or application credibility.

The first step is a professional assessment and strategy consultation. This ensures that eligibility, admissibility, and documentation requirements are addressed before an application is submitted.