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Canada Express Entry Program – Myths And Facts

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  When it comes to immigration to Canada, ‘Express Entry’ are the hottest keywords that you are likely to come across. Express Entry program is the most popular immigration program for immigrating to Canada as a permanent resident. It is the most preferred pathway for a faster entry into Canada. However, certain myths and misconceptions accompany popular programs and schemes, Canada Express Entry program is no exception. There are several things that people take to be true regarding the program, which isn’t quite the case. Let us help you debunk some of them. 1. Anybody Can Enter The Express Entry Pool  – Many people believe that anybody can enter the Express Entry pool, irrespective of their age, education, skills, etc. This isn’t true because you are required to be eligible for one of the 3 Express Entry programs, to get entry into the Express Entry pool. The programs are: Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) Federal Skilled Trades Program Canadian Experience Class All these program
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Points Required For Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

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  For faster immigration to Canada as a permanent resident, you must be eligible for one of the following three Express Entry programs: Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) Canadian Experience Class (CEC) The unique thing about these programs is – these are points-based programs. For this reason, it’s easy for all to understand how these programs work and how to qualify for them. For awarding points to candidates, Canada’s immigration authority – Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) uses the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). CRS uses six selection factors to assess how qualified a candidate is for being granted Canada PR or permanent residence visa. How Does The Canada PR Process Work? Check Your Eligibility : The first step is checking your eligibility for one of the Express Entry programs i.e. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Among these three programs, t
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New Pathways To Canada PR

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  At   IMB Immigration Law , we strive to ensure best possible service to clients for Canada PR. Canada announced the launching of new immigration pathways to grant permanent status to temporary workers and international graduates who are within Canada. The new pathways are: International Graduates in Canada Foreign nationals in Canada with recent Canadian work experience in essential occupations French-speaking International Graduates in Canada French-speaking foreign nationals in Canada with Canadian work experience in essential occupations Who Qualifies? International Graduates in Canada Graduated from a program of study, that is at least 8 months in duration, from a Canadian  Designated Learning Institution   Graduated after January 2017 Obtained one of the following credentials: (Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate); a degree, diploma, certificate, or attestation issued on completion of a program of any duration leading to an occupation in a  skilled trade ; or one or mo
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UK Points-Based Immigration System For Skilled Workers

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  Following their exit from the European Union, UK has introduced a points-based system, under which foreign workers willing to move and work in the UK will be required to qualify with a minimum of 70 points. Under the new  Immigration System , an employer must have a sponsor licence to hire eligible employees from outside the UK. The points-based immigration system requires anyone coming to the UK for work to meet a set of requirements, for which they are awarded points. Those who are able to secure a minimum of 70 points are granted a visa. This is a major change for UK employers looking to recruit people from outside the UK from January 2021 onwards. However, the system also provides for flexible arrangements to allow them to recruit foreign skilled workers. Let us now understand how the points are awarded according to the system. Job Offer Related Points Under the system, an applicant will be able to secure 20 points for a job offer from an approved sponsor. The applicant can then
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Canada Aims To Accept Over 400,000 Permanent Residents In 2021

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  Most of us make investments in different funds and schemes to achieve financial stability. Similarly, it’s important to make investments in our future to secure it, especially in the uncertain times we are currently facing due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Many will consider seeking permanent residence in Canada at this time a poor choice, considering the low economic activity across the world at the moment. Instead, it can be a career-defining moment for many. The reason being – Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) aims to accept 401,000 permanent residents in 2021 via a variety of immigration programs. Following the recession in the year 2008, Canada decided to bet on accepting permanent residents aggressively that eventually helped it come out of the recession quickly and even stronger. Notably, Canada never halted its immigration programs since the pandemic started a year ago. The programs have continued to issue Invitations to Apply (ITAs) by conducting regula
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Loss Of Green Card-Overstay Outside Of The US

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  At  IMB Immigration Law , we provide immigration services for Green Card petitions and consular visa processing. Green card holders are also called Legal Permanent Residents (LPR). LPR’s have a residency obligation in the US under which they cannot remain outside of the US for more than a year unless they have sought advance permission to do so. Any LPR who returns to the United States from overseas trip may be questioned regarding his or her LPR status meaning whether he or she has abandoned or given up the LPR status. A Green card holder presents the GC to the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the port of entry. GC is a primary requirement but may not be enough evidence that the LPR is “returning from a temporary visit abroad.”  Thus, the burden is on the returning LPR to establish that his or her visit abroad was intended to be “temporary” and that his or her actions have been consistent with that intention. Re-Entering United States In order to be readmitted to the U
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Marriage Based Green Cards

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  At   IMB Immigration Law , we provide immigration services for Green Card petitions and consular visa processing. Marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the US allows the foreign spouse to apply for Green Card directly. If you marry a U.S. citizen, you become your spouse’s “immediate relative,” and it makes you eligible to immigrate to US permanently to live with your spouse. Marriage In India In most cases where the spouse is in India, the marriage has taken place in India according to the local customs. The US citizen or LPR spouse travelled to India to get married to the Indian national spouse. The petition process is initiated by filing Form I-130 with USCIS. Once I-130 petition is approved, the Indian national must complete the visa paperwork and complete the visa processing at the US consulate in Mumbai. Mumbai consulate handles all the family based petitions now and all interviews are scheduled at Mumbai. The approximate time taken is around 12 months for t
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