Steps to Secure Permanent Residency in Canada, Europe, and England

Achieving permanent residency is a significant milestone for immigrants. It offers stability, security, and the opportunity to build a new life in your chosen country. This blog post outlines the steps to secure permanent residency in Canada, Europe, and England. Learn about the different pathways, eligibility requirements, and documentation needed to make your dream of permanent residency a reality.

Canada

1. Express Entry System

• Programs: Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class
• Steps: Create an Express Entry profile, receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), submit a permanent residency application.

2. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

• Steps: Apply to a province’s PNP, receive a nomination, apply for permanent residency through Express Entry or paper application.

3. Family Sponsorship

• Steps: Have a family member who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident sponsor you, submit the sponsorship and permanent residency applications.

Europe

1. EU Long-Term Residence Permit

• Eligibility: Legal residence in an EU country for five years, stable income, health insurance, proof of integration.
• Steps: Apply through the national immigration authority, submit required documents, attend an interview if required.

2. National Permanent Residency Programs

• Steps: Each country has its own requirements and procedures, usually involving a period of legal residence, proof of income, and integration measures.

England

1. Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)

• Eligibility: Continuous legal residence in the UK for five years, meeting income and language requirements.
• Steps: Apply online or on paper, submit required documents, pay the application fee, attend a biometrics appointment.

2. EU Settlement Scheme

• Eligibility: EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens residing in the UK before December 31, 2020.
• Steps: Apply online, provide proof of identity and residence, receive settled or pre-settled status.