How to Immigrate to Canada Now?

Canada offers more than 100 visas and immigration programs for foreign nationals to immigrate, study or travel. It is important to find the Canadian visa that fits your needs the best. Some of the most popular programs for immigrating to Canada include the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Study Permit. The PNP is ideal for individuals who know exactly where they want to live in Canada. This program allows foreign nationals to apply directly to the province or territory they are interested in. The province will choose candidates based on their labor and immigration needs, so it is important to determine which province has a demand for your particular skill or occupation. Each province and territory has its own list of in-demand occupations. There are two ways to apply for the PNP: directly to the province of your choice or through the Express Entry system. Applying directly may take up to 19 months, while applying through the Express Entry system typically takes around six months. The Study Permit allows foreign nationals to earn a globally recognized qualification while potentially working and eventually immigrating to Canada. To obtain a Canada study visa, you need to enrol at a Designated Learning Institute with an approved COVID-19 readiness plan, have a study visa, and show proof of funds to support yourself. The waiting time for a Canadian student visa is around 16 weeks, but if you are from a participating country in the Student Direct Stream, you may receive your permit as soon as 20 calendar days.
 

Latest Information About the Irish Citizenship Application

The Department of Justice in Ireland has announced significant changes to the citizenship application process, which include new passport requirements and a scorecard approach. Under the new rules, new citizenship applicants are no longer required to submit their original passport with their initial application. Instead, a full-color copy of the entire passport, including all previous passports containing relevant residency stamps, must be submitted and certified by a solicitor, commissioner for oaths, or notary public. In terms of the scorecard approach, applicants will need to reach a score of 150 points for each year of residency claimed by submitting proofs with a predetermined point value. The same point system applies to establishing the applicant’s identity, and a total of 150 points must be accumulated. If an applicant is unable to achieve 150 points, they can contact the Department of Justice for assistance. Overall, these changes are expected to simplify and streamline the citizenship application process in Ireland, making it easier for eligible applicants to apply for citizenship.
 

New Irish 5-year Visa

The Irish Department of Justice recently announced that it will extend the five-year multi-entry short-stay visa option to all countries that require a visa. This new option will allow eligible applicants to make a single application, and if approved, the visa will cover travel for up to five years. The five-year visa is particularly suited to those who visit Ireland frequently for business or family reasons. Previously, Ireland offered multi-entry visas for one, two, and three years, and a five-year visa was only available to Chinese passport holders. However, the new policy extends this eligibility to all countries that require a visa. It’s important to note that certain conditions apply, and the visa officer has discretion over whether to grant a multi-entry visa. Additionally, some business travelers without previous travel history to Ireland may also be eligible for a multi-entry visa. While the standard single-entry visa option remains available, the new five-year multi-entry visa option is expected to be a popular choice among frequent travelers to Ireland.