Frequently Asked Questions

No, it only requires translations by a certified translator.

Some common ways to improve your score include:

• Repeat the English test (IELTS or CELPIP) to improve your score.
• Obtain an educational evaluation of additional qualifications
• Obtain additional work experience or a job offer in Canada.
• Apply for a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), which adds up to 600 points.
• Improving your level of French can also add extra points

For applications of a temporary nature such as work, study or tourism permit applications, travel history is important because it shows a good prior immigration history. For permanent residency applications, travel history is less relevant.

-If you are allowed to enter Canada, the border services officer may allow you to stay for less or more than 6 months.

-If so, they will put the date you must leave in your passport. They may also give you a document.

-If you do not get a stamp in your passport, you can stay for 6 months from the day you entered Canada or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.

-If you need a stamp, you can ask a border services officer for one. If you arrive at an airport that uses primary inspection kiosks, ask the border services officer after you finish at the kiosk.

-If you wish to overstay your authorized stay, you must request an extension at least 30 days before the authorized end of your stay. If you are coming from a visa-exempt country (you used eTA to enter), you are still required to extend your stay as a visitor if you need to overstay your original authorized length of stay.

No, it is illegal to work in Canada without proper authorization (such as a work permit or permanent residency).