Canada, the land of Beautiful Landscapes, Multicultural Societies, Strong Economy, is a dream of many of living and working there permanently. PR is the key to unlocking those opportunities. Let’s find out how to achieve it, and the requirements you will need to meet.

1. What is Permanent Residency in Canada?

PR in Canada Grants you the right to live, work and stay in Canada indefinitely. It is like a Stepping stone for you to become a Canadian Citizen. The only difference between a PR holder and a Canadian Citizen is that PR holders cannot vote in Federal Election or hold a certain Government Position. Some of the Advantages of Canadian PR are:

• Live and work anywhere in Canada: You have the freedom to choose where you want to establish yourself.

• Access social benefits: You may be eligible for healthcare, social security programs, and other government benefits.

• Sponsor your family: Once you become a permanent resident, you can sponsor your spouse, children, and even some other family members to immigrate to Canada.

• Path to citizenship: After meeting residency requirements, you can apply for Canadian citizenship.

2. How to Get Permanent Residency in Canada

Canada being the land of opportunities offers various ways to become a PR holder. Each of them has its own eligibility Criteria and Application Process.Here's a glimpse into some popular options:

• Are you eligible for Express Entry? (A points-based system used by skilled workers with work experience, education and language skills in English or French.)

• Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) – Different provinces in Canada have their respective provincial programs, as per which each of the states can operate to fulfill its labor requirement.

• Family Sponsorship: Canadian citizens or permanent residence holders and sponsors his/her, dependent child, adopted child under 18 years of age unmarried other than spouse etc. And for family sponsorship, you will receive a PR.

• Business and Investor Immigration Programs:These are geared towards individuals who have a demonstrable need for additional business or investment capital in Canada.

3. Requirements for Permanent Residency

The specific requirements for permanent residency will vary depending on the immigration program you choose. However, some general requirements include:

• Meeting the eligibility criteria for your chosen program.

• Having a valid medical exam.

• Passing a background check.

• Proving your language proficiency in English or French (in most cases).

• Having sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents in Canada.