Get Permanent Residence in Canada as an International Student

Every year, thousands of international students move to Canada for a successful future. Choosing education as a pathway to permanent residency in Canada is equal to getting success as an international student.

Here’s a quick guide to immigration programs for international students.

Immigration Programs for International Students

There are over 100 immigration programs for international students to immigrate to Canada. Each program operates uniquely and has different requirements. However, the best pathway programs are for the ones who wish to immigrate to Canada for studying.

Canadian Experience Class

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of the most popular pathways for international students to get PR in Canada. To qualify for permanent residency, the candidates;

  • must have a minimum experience of one year in the past 3-year record
  • a CLB of 7 for the jobs placed under National Occupational Classification (NOC) A, and
  • a CLB of 5 for the jobs falling under the NOC B category.

Federal Skilled Worker Program

The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program is managed by the Express Entry system. It is also a successful option for some international student graduates. The FSW program is a point-based immigration program that uses a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) tool.

To qualify under this program, the student;

  • must have regular experience as a skilled worker for a year
  • a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 in either English or French
  • at least one education qualification.
  • Proof of funds
  • must have scored at least 67 points out of 100 on the FSWP scorecard.

Post-Graduation Work Permits

post-graduation work permit is an indirect permanent residence program in Canada. The PGWP allows DLI – graduated international students to remain in Canada after studying.

A Guide to Getting PR in Canada for International Students 

The steps to getting a PR in Canada are as follows:

  • Take a CELPIP or IELTS language test.
  • Appoint an immigration medical exam for you.
  • Get police certificates from countries for at least six months in the past 10 years.
  • Stay in touch with an immigration expert or professional to track your application. 

Austin Campbell

Austin has been quite active in the immigration arena since 2010. He has authored over 250 immigration publications, given over 70 presentations, and organized numerous events featuring federal and provincial immigration ministers and leaders from other sectors. He is a graduate of the University of Toronto and Durham University.
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