Canada PR Visa Fees

Immigrating to Canada is more than just relocating—it’s about stepping into a land of new beginnings. From world-class education and thriving job markets to safe communities and natural beauty, Canada offers ample opportunity with the benefit of becoming a Canadian permanent resident.

 Every year, thousands of skilled professionals turn their Canadian dream into reality by immigrating to Canada for job opportunities, for higher studies and family reunifications. Skilled professionals who desire to relocate to Canada require a PR visa and it is essential to understand the respective application fee to be submitted alongside the PR application.

Let us guide you how much the application fee is required by any eligible professional who wants to apply for a Canada PR visa.

 Understand Canada PR

Canada PR is a legal and official document that grants skilled professionals the right to work, study and stay in Canada. Applicants applying for Canada PR require 67 points on the point assessment grid also known as Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). The 67 points are evaluated on certain factors such as:

❖  Age

❖  Educational Qualifications

❖  Work Experience

❖  Language Proficiency Test

❖  Arranged Employment

❖  Adaptability

Canada offers skilled professionals to immigrate through various skilled migration programs through which they can fulfill their dream of working as Canadian skilled professional.

Immigration Pathways for Canada PR

Canada immigration pathways are the routes through which applicants can migrate to Canada without much hustle. The following are the immigration pathways which applicants can choose according to their skills and preference.

 1.  Express Entry Program

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

2.  Provincial Nominee Program

3.  Family Sponsorship

4.  Quebec Immigration

5.  Atlantic Immigration

6.  Canada Start-up Visa Program

Application Fees for Canada PR under the Express Entry Program

Immigration to Canada requires the applicant's dedication and monetary funds. Without paying applicable fees, skilled professionals cannot proceed with the process of immigration. The list of applicable fees for Canada PR visa is as follows:  

 Often skilled professionals in search of better employment opportunities seek overseas residence but leave parents or grandparents behind. Canada has allowed parents and grandparents to be a part of their country. Applicants can bring in their parents and grandparents to Canada by paying additional fees along with their own application. 

Application Fees for Dependent Visa (Parents and Grandparents)

Similarly, applicants can take their partner or children altogether to Canada so as to restart their lives in Canada. For this, applicants need to pay a significant amount such as:

Application Fees for Dependent Visa (Partner or Children)

 Application Fee under Provincial Nominee Programs

Application charges under Provincial Nominee Programs for Canada PR visa is different under every province such as: 

Canada PR Application Fee from India

 For a single applicant

For an example- if Mr. Karan, wants to immigrate to Canada, he will have to take some steps and pay the respective fee such as:  

 Canada PR application for Mr. Karan as a single applicant will have to pay approximately INR. 1,46,147.

For two applicants (Husband and Wife)

Similarly, if Mr. Karan wants to immigrate to Canada and is taking  his wife along, he has to pay a significant amount related to the Canada PR application: 

However, Mr. Karan will now have to spend approximately INR. 2,92,295, double the amount for Canada PR application.

 For three applicants (Husband, wife and one child)

As in the case of three applicants, Mr. Karan will immigrate to Canada with his wife and one child, he will have to bear expenses as: 

Mr. Karan will now have to spend approximately INR. 3,12,079 to take his wife and one dependent child along for Canada PR application.

Additional Charges under Canada PR

Alongside the application fees for Canada PR, applicants need to pay some of the additional charges such as:

 1.  Biometrics Fee - CAN $ 85

During the process of Immigration for Canada PR is applying for biometrics in order to process applications in a transparent manner with more accuracy and efficiency. 

2.  Language Proficiency Test - CAN $ 150 to 290

One of the most important aspects during the Canada PR application is the language proficiency test as it helps in ensuring the applicant is fit for survival in the Canadian labour market. Canada PR accepts language tests in both languages (English or French) and accepts tests such as IELTS, CELPIP, TOEFL for English and TEF for French.

 3.  ECA- CAN $ 269 to 1300

ECA (Educational Credentials Assessment) is a process that evaluates educational credentials of applicants that are valid and is equal to the Canadian educational standards.

 4.  Medical Test Cost- CAN $ 100 to 250

Applicants applying for Canada PR have to undertake a medical test mandatory for PR application as this suggests the individual is sound enough to travel the country and be a part of Canadian culture.

 5.  Police Clearance Certificate- CAN $ 25

This is another requirement crucial for the application, as this suggests the applicant is free from any criminal charge.

 Funds Requirement for Canada PR

However, applicants applying under the Express Entry Program are required to show proof of funds under Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) under Express Entry Program. The applicants need to have a minimum amount for Canada PR applications, depending upon the number of family members included as: 

 This comprehensive guide on Canada PR application fee highlights the various different aspects in the process of PR application.

 If you are still in doubt about Canada PR, its eligibility, and application fees, feel free to consult Province Immigration and we will assist you in the process of Canada PR visa application.