Most hospital treatment is free for those eligible for healthcare services. There are some exceptions, like some kinds of cosmetic surgery. Nobody can be refused emergency care if they are unable to pay. But if you are not a New Zealand resident, you may have to pay for some service

With a visitor visa your partner and child can: visit you while you are studying in New Zealand, and. stay for the same length of time as your student visa.

You will be paid at least the minimum wage of NZ$18.90 an hour, though you may earn more than this. You will also be paid for annual and public holidays, and for rest breaks.

There are numerous IT-related jobs on Immigration New Zealand’s long-term skill shortage list, including software engineer, database administrator, systems administrator, ICT security specialist and network administrator

A step-by-step guide to finding a job in New Zealand
Step 1: Find out about jobs in New Zealand.
Step 2: Write or update your CV.
Step 3: Search and apply for suitable jobs.
Step 4: Prepare and practice for job interviews.
Step 5: Attend job interviews.
Step 6: Get a job offer.
Step 7: Begin working.

Even though the cost of living here is relatively high, it is by far the most affordable metropolis in New Zealand when comparing income to house prices. While the average annual household income is about 85,000 NZD (51,500 USD), the average price for a house is around 461,000 NZD (280,000 USD).

The quality of life in New Zealand really is outstanding and the pace is relatively relaxed. We have a great work ethic and like to get ahead as much as anyone else. But we also believe there’s much more to living. It’s taken for granted by employers and colleagues alike that people have a life away from work

A fast-growing business services sector will need highly skilled workers, particularly in urban regions like Auckland and Wellington. Construction and utilities employers will be seeking professionals, technicians and trade workers, and labourers across the country but particularly in Auckland

The Skilled Migrant Category is a points system based on factors such as age, work experience, your qualifications, and an offer of skilled employment. You must also be aged 55 or under, and meet English language, health, and character requirements.

No. This type of service is no longer provided by Government. The authorities exist to enforce the immigration law, make decisions on residence applications and to issue residence visas. Although basic information and application forms are available, the authorities are unable to provide independent advice and personalized guidance on your specific case. A New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser or lawyer can provide this kind of service.

Yes. A surprisingly large number of applicants are unaware how strictly the immigration regulations are enforced and are often unnecessarily refused or delayed due to technical errors on their application or by submitting the wrong supporting documentation. So the moral of the story is to consider seeking the professional guidance and independent advice of an IAA Licensed Immigration Advisor or Lawyer before lodging an application for residence. Migration agents exist to help you find the best way through the immigration maze and are highly effective in doing so.

a. Germany is home to some of the best universities in the world.
b Some of the universities in Germany are ranked among the top worldwide universities in the major ranking lists.
c. You will graduate with just the right skills to enter the global labour market with confidence.
d. Will be able to find any course of your interest in German universities since there is a wide range of options available.

a. There are numerous International Degree Courses taught in English for international students who do not have sufficient knowledge of the German language to enroll in a course entirely in German.

a. you will need TOEFL or IELTS in order to apply for a programme that is entirely in English at a German university.
b. if you are applying for a postgraduate degree programme and already have an undergraduate degree in an English-taught course, then you will not be needing TOEFL or IELTS.

a. Most public German universities are free of tuition fees.

a. Compared to other European countries, the cost of living in Germany is quite affordable.
b. It has been estimated that in order to cover your living expenses as an international student in Germany, you will need approximately €861 (around $1,002 US dollars) per month, which accumulates to €10,332 per year (around $12,024 US dollars).
c. One of the largest expenses you will face while being an international student in Germany is your monthly rent, taking into consideration that the prices for other basic needs such as food, clothes, and entertainment are in accordance with the EU average.

a. You will need to apply for a student visa in order to enter Germany and pursue your degree.
b. For studies lasting more than 3 months, you will need a national visa.

a. You are supposed to apply for the German student visa at the German Embassy/Consulate in your home country.
b. You will be required to set up an appointment at the Embassy, gather all the required documents for a German student visa, attend the interview on the appointed date, and wait for the decision.

a. Yes, you will be allowed to work part-time while being a full-time international student in Germany.
b. However, the working days are limited to 120 full work days or 240 half days of work only.
c. This limited number of working days also applies to voluntary work placements, either paid or unpaid.
d. Additionally, while working the legally allowed number of days, foreign students cannot be self-employed for work as freelancers.

a. Opening a German bank account while you are a student in Germany would be advisable since you will need it when it comes to renting a flat or applying for insurance.
b. There are payments you can’t make in cash, therefore you will need to debit the money.
c. Since you are an international student coming from non-EU/EEA countries, you must prove you have enough financial resources to cover your expenses in Germany.
d. To do so, you can open a German Blocked Account, which is the most commonly used account for international students in Germany.
e. The annual amount for the blocked account is €10,332, as of 2021, and students can withdraw a maximum of €861 per month.

a. If the instruction language of your study programme is entirely English, then you will not need to possess proficient German language skills.

a. The law allows international students to stay in Germany and look for a job for 18 months after they have graduated.
b. However, initially, you must apply to extend your residence permit.
c. During these 18 months, you can work as much as you want in any kind of employment in order to support yourself.
d. If you succeed in finding a job in your professional field and are granted a legal contract, then you are eligible to apply for an EU Blue Card

a. Yes, you do need health insurance in order to study in Germany.
b. Foreign students are entitled to public (statutory) health insurance, which means degree students up to the age of 30 are eligible to register with a public health insurance provider instead of a private one.
c. Additionally, if you need a visa to enter Germany, you will be required to provide proof of health insurance as part of the visa requirements.
d. In this instance, you will have to obtain private travel health insurance until you are properly matriculated in your university and eligible to take up public health insurance.

a. You might have to undergo a ‘Feststellungsprüfung’ examination after attending a preparatory course known as ‘Studienkolleg’.

a. Studienkolleg is a one-year preparatory course for students whose school-leaving diploma is not recognized by German universities.
b. During this course, students learn subjects of a particular degree programme as well as the German language, for five days a week, aiming to get a passing score of the final assessment examination.
c. After they pass the final examination, they are eligible and qualified to apply for a degree programme at a German university.
d. In order to attend a ‘Studienkolleg’, your German language skills need to be at the B1 level.

a. Universities of Applied Sciences also known as ‘Fachhochschulen’ are designed to maximize the practical experience.
b. They are perfect for those who are interested in gaining as much practical experience as possible.
c. In addition, most of its degree programmes are in the fields of engineering and hard sciences.
d. However, just like other universities, they also offer Bachelor and Master’s degrees excluding PhD titles.

a. As a foreign student in Germany, you may opt for numerous accommodation options, such as German halls of residence, private apartments, as well as shared flats. Student halls are one of the most affordable forms of accommodation while offering great living conditions with plenty of socializing opportunities.
b. Sharing rent is also quite common among international students while getting a private apartment is one of the less affordable accommodation choices.

a. Yes, you can bring your family, such as your spouse of children, with you if you have a residence permit in Germany.
b. If your stay in Germany is longer than one year, you have the possibility of applying for a family reunion visa.
c. However, you must also provide proof that you have enough financial resources to support them without the need of social assistance.

a. Some of the most affordable cities to live in Germany include Bielefeld, Frankfurt (Oder), Halle, Krefeld, as well as Passau.
b. Meanwhile, the most expensive German cities to live in, among others, are Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, and Bonn.

a. Yes, there are plenty of scholarships available in Germany for international students.

b. Those include :-

• • • • Government-funded scholarships, such as the DAAD Scholarship or Erasmus+,
      • Non-government scholarships,
      • German university scholarships.

a. Applying for a postgraduate programme in Germany follows more or less the same process as applying for an undergraduate programme.

b. This means that in order to be accepted to a post-graduate programme, be it Master’s or PhD, your university degree (from your home country/another country) must be formally recognized by the German university you’re applying to.

If your EOI is amended during the application process, resulting in a reduction of your points score and/or ranking, evidence must be provided to substantiate the points claimed in your EOI.

Yes. ICT, nursing, engineering and building candidates that would like to apply for Victorian nomination, must first lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Department of Home Affairs’ SkillSelectexternal link.

For more information, see How to apply for Victorian visa nomination: ICT, nursing, engineering and building occupations on the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) page

Yes, Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) holders can live and work anywhere in Victoria including Melbourne.

Yes you can. As a migrant you can be either inside or outside Australia when you apply or at the time the visa is decided.

Only paid work experience gained ‘post-qualification’ is counted toward the minimum work experience requirement. Please include any ‘pre-qualification’ work experience on your resume (CV) for industry assessment purposes.

You will need a minimum of two years paid work experience in your nominated occupation – after obtaining qualifications – unless otherwise stated.

If you are an international graduate who has recently graduated (within the past two years) from an Australian education institution, you should refer to the Visa Nomination Occupation List for Graduates.

All other applicants should refer to the Visa Nomination Occupation List for Victoria.

See the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists page for more information.

To be eligible for visa nomination, you must have an occupation on the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists and meet the requirements that are specific to your nominated occupation stated on the list. You will also need a minimum of two years work experience in the occupation (unless otherwise specified) and an IELTS score or English equivalent of a six in each band (unless otherwise specified).

If you are not successful in your application for Victorian visa nomination, you can reapply after six months after the outcome of your initial application. You may also reapply if your circumstances have changed.

A recent graduate is a tertiary student who has completed one of the following, anywhere in Australia, within the last two years:

• a single qualification that required at least two years’ study
• more than one qualification that resulted in a total of at least two years’ study.
• The qualification(s) must be highly relevant to the nominated occupation. Recent graduates must also meet all other minimum eligibility requirements for visa nomination.

For more information, please see Visa Nomination List for Graduates.

No, you can only apply for a visa nomination once you have completed your PhD. You must be able to provide an electronic copy of your completion letter or transcript. A notice of submission will not be sufficient for nomination purposes.

Yes, but you must apply for an occupation on the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists. If you are currently living in a state or territory other than Victoria, you will be required to provide evidence of an offer of employment in your nominated occupation in Victoria.

No, if you are applying with a PhD you don’t need to have any previous work experience to be eligible for visa nomination. However, some skills assessing authorities require at least 12 months of experience in order to obtain a full skills assessment.

Yes, we do have a pathway for eligible PhD graduates. For more information, see the streamlined pathway for international graduates page.

Yes, if you are living in another state or territory or have strong ties outside Victoria you are still eligible for visa nomination. However, you will be required to provide evidence of an offer of employment in your nominated occupation in Victoria.

Please refer to the Department of Home Affairs external link for information on relevant visa pathways.

Please refer to the Department of Home Affair s external link for information on relevant visa pathways.

Please refer to the Department of Home Affairs external link for information on relevant visa pathways.

No, the Victorian Government does not provide a recruitment service and cannot help you find employment. Refer to the Department of Home Affairs external link for information on employer-sponsored visas.

No, you do not have to use a migration agent to apply for visa nomination. You can find out more about using an agent on the Using a Migration Agent page.

A job offer means permanent employment in your nominated occupation (not casual work) for at least six continuous months and for at least 20 hours per week for subclass 190 applicants. Applicants for the subclass 491 program require a full time (38 hours) job offer (or current employment contract) with a guarantee of work for at least 12 months.

Required evidence of a job offer includes:

• a copy of the offer letter or contract displaying the company details, including the Australian Business Number (ABN); and
• a Confirmation of Employment Statement – available from the Supporting documents for skilled visas page.

The requirement of a job offer depends on the occupation for which you are seeking visa nomination.  Refer to the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists page to find out if a job offer is required with your nominated occupation.

If you are currently living in another Australian state or applying for the Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489), you must provide a current Victorian job offer to support your application for visa nomination.

No, a complete skills assessment is only one of the criteria assessed for visa nomination.

No, a matching skills assessment for your occupation is a required document at the time of lodging an application for visa nomination under the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and the Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489).

Yes, everyone who applies must provide a full skills assessment. Please note: a skills assessment relevant for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) will not be sufficient.

You can find information about the skills assessment required for each occupation on the Occupations page or on the Department of Home Affair sexternal link website

You will need the following documents to complete your online application:

• Detailed resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
• Nomination declaration (available to download in the initial stages of the application)
• Offer of employment and confirmation of employment statement (if applicable) – note, this is mandatory for Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) nomination
• Skills assessment (matching the occupation for visa nomination)
• English language test or copy of the bio page of your passport if an exclusion applies to you
• Electronic copy of the PhD completion letter or transcript (if applicable)
• Electronic copy of your Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457) documents (if applicable)
• Evidence of registration (if listed as a requirement on the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists).
• You will not need the following documents at the start of the application process, but you may be requested to provide them during the assessment process:
• trade qualification certificates
• available financial resources

There are two ways that you may be eligible for visa nomination:

If you have an occupation that is listed on the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists you may be eligible for Victorian visa nomination.

If you hold a PhD you may be eligible to apply for visa nomination for an occupation not on the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists. See the streamlined pathway for international graduates.

Yes, you must provide a copy of your English language test when you apply.

We accept all English language tests which are deemed eligible by the Department of Home Affairsexternal link:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)external link
• Occupational English Test (OET)external link
• Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT)external link
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academicexternal link
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) testexternal link (also known as Certificate in Advanced English).

Passport holders and citizens of the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, the United States of America, or the Republic of Ireland don’t need to provide English language test results. If this exemption applies to you, you must provide a copy of the bio page of your passport.

If you are submitting an IELTS assessment a General or Academic IELTS result will be accepted, however the score requirement for nomination is the same for each. Check the Visa Nomination Occupation Lists for details of individual occupation English language requirements.

Please note: the Victorian Government does not participate in the English language concession.

I am a health practitioner, can I provide an Occupational English Test (OET) assessment?

Yes, health practitioners can provide an OET assessment.

You can provide results from multiple OETs, recognising that an OET is a module-based test that allows you to sit components separately.

The OET assessment certificate must be attached to your visa nomination application form.

Your English language proficiency must meet the English language requirement as specified on the Visa Nomination Occupation List for Victora.

Passport holders and citizens of the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, the United States of America, or the Republic of Ireland don’t need to provide English language test results. If this exemption applies to you, you must provide a copy of the bio page of your passport.

Please note: the Victorian Government does not participate in the English language concession.

The amount of money you will need to bring with you to migrate to Melbourne will depend on your individual circumstances and the type of visa you apply for. As part of your visa nomination application you will be required to provide a real estimate of the total funds you have available for migration purposes.

You do not need to provide evidence of financial resources at the time of application. However, this may be requested from you at any time during the nomination assessment.

Any evidence of financial resources should be complete and accurate. If you do not provide financial information when asked to do so, it may result in an unsuccessful application. We strongly encourage you to research the cost of living in Melbourne to ensure you have adequate funds to support your settlement.

If your nomination application is successful, you will have four months to accept the nomination and lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelectexternal link.

If you have registered your EOI on SkillSelect, and you are nominated by the Victorian Government, you will automatically receive an invitation to apply for your visa from the Department of Home Affairs.

You should inform the Victorian Government via email to smp.applications@liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.auexternal link when you make your visa application to the Department of Home Affairs.

The current processing time is approximately 12 weeks after a completed application is received. If information is missing from your application, it could take longer. Processing times vary between occupations and depend on assessment procedures.

The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is a permanent visa allowing you to live and work anywhere in the state of Victoria, including Melbourne.

The Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) is a provisional four-year visa where you must live and work in regional Victoria (this does not include Melbourne). This requirement supports the criteria to meet the second stage permanent residency visa.

There is a list of eligible postcodesexternal link for the Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489).

The commitment begins on the date you arrive in Victoria. If you already live within Australia, the commitment begins at the time your visa is granted

Skilled migrants nominated by the Victorian Government agree to live and work in the state of Victoria for a period of two years. Skilled migrants must advise the Skilled and Business Migration Program of their contact details three times:

prior to arriving in Victoria

after arriving in Victoria, and

for a period of two years post arrival.

Email your contact details to smp.applications@liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.auexternal link

On arrival to Australia, Victorian nominated skilled mig

Skilled migrants nominated by the Victorian Government agree to live and work in the state of Victoria for a period of two years. Skilled migrants must advise the Skilled and Business Migration Program of their contact details three times:

• prior to arriving in Victoria
• after arriving in Victoria, and
• for a period of two years post arrival.
• Email your contact details to smp.applications@liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.auexternal link

On arrival to Australia, Victorian nominated skilled migrants need to complete an email survey every six months for two years. The responses and feedback in the surveys are used to evaluate and improve the Victorian Government’s Skilled and Business Migration Program.

rants need to complete an email survey every six months for two years. The responses and feedback in the surveys are used to evaluate and improve the Victorian Government’s Skilled and Business Migration Program.

The Victorian Government has a formal agreement with the Australian Department of Home Affairs to provide visa nomination to global talent, business and investor migrants. This is called the State Migration Agreement

There’s no charge to apply for Victorian visa nomination. But the Department of Home Affairs will charge a fee when you lodge your visa. Visit the Department of Home Affairs web site external link for more information about visa charges.

This visa doesn’t give you working rights in Australia. However, you still can check your work eligibility via your personal online immigration account. However, you can study an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) up to 20 hours per week or alternatively, you can do 3 months of study or training.

Your visa length and eligibility to stay in Australia will depend on the student’s visa conditions, allowing the guardian visa holder to stay the same length as the student they are looking after. If the guardian visa expires and you want to stay in the country and continue to provide guardianship to the student, you will need to apply for a new guardian visa.

Be the student’s legal guardian, or parent or relative
Be over 21 years of age
Be able to support yourself and the student during the length of your stay

590 temporary guardian visa allows you to stay in Australia according to the length of the student’s course. If the student you are looking after has exceptional conditions and is above the age of 18, you may be able to apply for guardian visa due to these exceptional circumstances. On this visa, you can care for more than one student and you can study an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) for 20 hours per week. Alternatively, you can do 3 months of study or training and overall this visa won’t let you work.

Can I go to my local doctor to complete my medicals test for my Australian visa?
Not all visas to Australia require the applicant to complete a medical test.
However, almost all applicants who are required to complete a medical examination for an Australian visa must complete it only at an Australian government approved panel physician. There are a few very limited exceptions to this. In most cases you cannot go to your local doctor.

To include your adult child in a visa application you must be able to prove that they are dependent on you. Issues of ‘dependence’ with adult applicants are very complex in Australian migration law. Because of this we advise that you discuss this with one of our experienced advisors before proceeding any further with your application.

To include your parent in a visa application you must be able to prove that they are dependent on you. Issues of ‘dependence’ with adult applicants are very complex in Australian migration law. Because of this we advise that you discuss this with one of our experienced advisors before proceeding any further with your application.

Normally yes you can. But different visas to Australia have different requirements and one answer does not apply to all situations. For example, if you are applying for a working holiday visa you cannot bring your child with you to Australia at any time while you hold that visa. But if you are applying for a permanent skilled migration visa you can include your wife and children.
Another example is applying for an employer sponsored work visa (457). If your employer agrees to include them in your application they can apply too, but if your employer only agrees to sponsor you, your wife and children cannot be included in your application.
The requirements and restrictions on Australian visas differ depending on the visa for which you are applying. So do the costs. You should discuss your individual situation with one of our experienced professionals.

You may have a number of options including skilled permanent, skilled temporary, employer sponsored, partner visa or possibly others. Everybody’s situation is different and there is no one single answer to this question. As such, a good place to start would be to get in contact with one of our registered migration agents to discuss your situation.
Hint – don’t leave your planning until the last minute. A lot of things with Australian visas take time. If you leave things to the last minute, you will reduce the options you have available to you. Plan in advance to give yourself the best opportunities!

You should contact one of our experienced advisors immediately to discuss your situation. Becoming ‘unlawful’ in Australia can have wide ranging consequences, especially for future visa applications. The length of time you have been unlawful and the next visa you plan to apply for are critical factors, so if you are in this situation the best thing to do is take action now, don’t delay. Sometimes one day can make all the difference to your next application.
Depending on how long you have been unlawful you may have a three year ban on temporary visas. If you are planning on applying for another visa in Australia you may have what is called ‘schedule 3’ issues, which basically means that you will have to meet additional requirements that you would not have had to if you held a valid visa when you applied. You should discuss the details of your situation with one of our experienced advisors.

You should contact us immediately. The Department of Home Affairs requests information for many reasons. When they do, you need to be very careful about what happens next.
There are many reasons you may be asked for information. For example, if you have applied for a student visa you may have been requested to provide information about your study history. This could be because the Department of Home Affairs has concerns that you are not a ‘genuine student’. Or if you have applied for a visitor visa you may be asked to provide ‘incentive to return home’. This generally indicates that they have a concern that you may not be a genuine visitor.
As registered migration agents our role is to know exactly why you have been asked for this information. It’s not random! How you respond to a request for more information can make or break your case – leave it to a professional.

This is a very common question, but the answer is not as simple as you may think!
English language requirements are different depending on which visa you are applying for, what your occupation is and whether you are the ‘primary’ or ‘secondary’ applicant. Additionally, the passport you hold and whether or not you completed your schooling in English may be a factor. In some cases, the wage you will earn in Australia can also be a factor.
Before we can provide you with an answer to this question we must first understand a lot about your situation and options. If you use our services we will do a detailed analysis of your position against relevant visa regulations and explain to you exactly how you can meet the various English language requirements, including whether you will need to take an English test.
If you are required to take an English test we will provide you information to help you prepare so you have the best chance of achieving the score you need.

Canada is a great place to live and work. In fact, Canada is ranked as the second-best country in the world behind Germany, from a field of 60 countries for overall sustainability, cultural influence, entrepreneurship, economic influence and most importantly, quality of life.

Canada’s after-tax monthly income is about $3,000 which totals around $36,000per year. The U.S. sits just below Canada at approximately $2,942 per month, or roughly $35,300 per year. The real difference is seen in the cost of living

Calgary

Calgary has been one of Canada’s economic powerhouses in recent times and proposes to continue to be for some time. In fact, Calgary has the highest median family income in Canada, according to Statistics Canada.

According to data from the Canadian Visa website:

Physician/Doctor – 150,000 CAD/year.

Lawyer – 135,000 CAD/year.

Dentist – 75,000 CAD/year.

HR Mangers – 79,000 CAD/year.

Registered Nurses – 74,000 CAD/year.

around 169,000 CAD

The average salary of an individual in Canada is around 169,000 CAD per year. Salaries range from 22,800 CAD to 747,000 CAD in 2020 according to a report by salary explorer

Employers in the Canadian Health Care, Engineering, Financial Services sectors, Construction and Skilled Trades, Machining and Heavy Equipment Operators, Automotive and Agriculture are recruiting qualified individuals who are lawfully permitted to take up employment in Canada on a temporary or permanent basis.

The principal applicant receives five points for adaptability if they or their accompanying spouse or common-law partner, have a close relative in Canada such as a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, spouse, common-law partner, sister, brother, uncle, aunt, nephew or niece who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and is physically residing in Canada.

Pursuant to the provisions of Canada’s constitutional laws, the holder of a Canadian permanent resident visa and his/her accompanying dependents are permitted to permanently reside in Canada and earn a livelihood in any one of the ten provinces or three territories within Canada. In addition, individuals with Canadian permanent residence may attend primary and secondary education institutions in the various provincially administered public school systems, tuition exempt. Permanent residents also qualify for provincially administered universal health care coverage.

The elements required to become a Canadian permanent resident vary depending on the stream through which you are accepted. Once you are a permanent resident of Canada you must remain in Canada for 2 of 5 years in order to maintain it. To apply for Canadian citizenship, you must have permanent resident status and it must not be in question. To be clear, you must not be the subject of an immigration investigation, an immigration inquiry or a removal order.

Canadian permanent residents and their dependents are entitled:

1) To receive almost all social benefits that Canadian citizens are entitled to, including Canadian health care.

2) To live, work and study in any Canadian province or territory.

3) To eventually apply for Canadian citizenship.

4) To protection under Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The question of “how to become a permanent resident of Canada,” differs from candidate to candidate. Arriving at this answer is a matter of finding the Canadian immigration program that suits you best, as the prerequisites for Canadian permanent residency depend on the stream under which an individual qualifies. Canada has created a myriad of immigration streams based on various factors including age, education, work experience, net worth and willingness to invest as well as ties to Canada.

Education in Canada is under provincial and territorial jurisdiction so you will need to contact the ministry of education for the province or territory where you plan to live, as well as your new city or town’s school board.

As a Canadian citizen, your child would not be required to apply as an international student, and therefore would not need a study permit.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website outlines the eligibility requirements for your spouse or common-law partner to work in Canada.

Study permits are administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Visit their Help Centre for answers to frequently asked questions about study permits. Global Affairs Canada has no involvement in regards to study permits or temporary resident visas.

Each university in Canada has its own policy regarding transfer credits from other institutions. Contact the university that you are interested in directly to find out which transfer credits, if any, can be applied towards your intended program of study.

You may also want to look into whether your current institution has any credit recognition agreements with institutions in Canada. The international relations office of your university may be able to help in that regard.

If you are not a citizen of the country where you submit your application, you may have to provide proof of your present immigration status in the country where you apply. Get the right documents – Study in Canada on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website provides further information.

Languages Canada provides a quality assessment of the language schools across Canada and offers lists of approved programs and members.

Each university in Canada has its own policy regarding admission requirements. Contact each university directly for the admission requirements of the program you’re interested in. Find a program and click on the name of the university for its website and contact information.