Planning to emigrate to Canada from the UAE? These are the options for skilled workers

Canada has become a popular destination for permanent residence and citizenship

Last updated: September 09, 2021 | 10:12

Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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An 11-step guide to immigrating to Canada from the UAE

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Step 1 - Pick a visa option

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A skilled worker has options for four visa programmes from Canada.

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Step 2 - Apply for Educational Credential Assessment

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Step 3 – Language test

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Step 4 - Calculate your points

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To find the 'minimum score in the last draw', visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations.html

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To find out how many points your degree will get in the points system, visit the official Canadian immigration site here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/documents/education-assessed/read-report.html

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To find your NOC code, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/eligibility/find-national-occupation-code.html

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Step 5 – Complete your documentation

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Step 6 - Submitting an Expression of Interest

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Step 7 – Get a head start on your job hunt. Canada job bank: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/

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Step 8 - Receive an Invitation to Apply for Permanent Residency (PR)

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Step 9 - Submit the application for PR. For your official IRCC account, visit: https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/contacts/web-form.asp

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Step 10 - Submit the passport for stamping

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Step 11 – First landing

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Read our guide to finding the right immigration consultant: https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/relocate/here-is-how-you-can-find-the-right-agent-for-immigration-to-us-uk-canada-or-australia-from-the-uae-1.1580224340600

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