How much does Canada PR cost from India?
Does your New Year's Resolution involve moving to the Great White North? Well, a new life, a plethora of career choices, and multitudes of benefits are appealing. But before moving to a new place, one factor that is constantly in our minds is that of finances. If you are planning to move to Canada from India, this article will help you understand the fee structure.
Moving to Canada is not a very costly pursuit as compared to other countries. The cost of Applying for a Canada PR depends on various factors such as the program you have applied under, family members that are accompanying you, and the changes in cost by the IRCC.
The various pathways to Canada come with their unique eligibility criteria and the processing fee is set by IRCC as per the processes.
The table below demonstrates an average price for applying for Canada PR:
| PR Applicant Fees | CAD | INR (Average Cost) |
| Single Person | $1595 | ₹96,005 |
| Couple | $3190 | ₹1,92,011 |
| Family of three (Husband, Wife and one Kid) | $3415 | ₹2,05,554 |
| Family of four (Husband, Wife, and two kids) | $3640 | ₹2,19,958 |
What are the fees involved while applying for Canada PR?
If you are applying for a Canada PR, there are various fees involved at every step of the process. The Provincial Nominee Program and the Federal Skilled Worker Program are the two most sought-after pathways to Canada's PR.
This table explains the cost involved in applying for Canada PR such as ECA, Medical Assessments, Biometric, and a few other factors:
| STEPS | COST |
|---|---|
| Education Credential Assessment | 230 CAD to 275 CAD |
| Medical Examination | 5,100 INR per person (subject to change) |
| Indian Police Clearance Certificate | 500 INR per person |
| Your application Processing fee (CAD 850) and right of permanent residence fee (CAD 515) | 1,365 CAD |
| Include your spouse or partner Processing fee (CAD 850) and right of permanent residence fee (CAD 515) | 1,365 CAD |
| Dependent Child | 230 CAD per Child |
| Biomatrix | 75 CAD (Per Person) |
The other charges include:
Language Proficiency Test Fee: Language Proficiency is a prerequisite to get your Canada PR. Proficiency in English and French, the two official languages are a must. The IELTS examination fee costs around INR 16,250 and has a validity of 2 years.
The Cost of traveling: Travel expenses may be as high as INR 40K -70K per person.
Applying for a Canada PR Visa is not only about the processing fee, you have to show a certain amount in your account depending on the number of members in your family. If you have applied through the Federal Skilled Trades Program or the Federal Skilled Workers Program, this fund amount serves as proof that you shall be able to sustain your family if you immigrate to Canada.
Settlement Funds:
In 2023, these were the settlement funds decided upon by the IRCC depending on the size of your family:
| Application | Fees (In-CAD) | Fees (In INR) |
| Spouse or Common-law partner (Principal applicant fee, sponsorship fee, and | $1080 | 64,465 |
| RPRF fee) | ||
| Dependent Child | $150 per child | 8,407 |
What are the various Canadian Immigration Classes and their processing fee?
There are various immigration programs through which you can go to Canada, each program has its own elaborate process and eligibility criteria. The processing fee completely depends on which program you have applied under. If you have applied under one of the Provincial Nomination Programs, an additional amount shall be charged accordingly.
The Cost of Processing depends on the various Canadian immigration classes. The fees as per various immigration classes are:
Express Entry Program
Quebec Skilled Working Program
Provincial Nominee Programs
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program
| Application | Fees (In-CAD) | Fees (In INR) |
| Application Processing Fees | $850 | 50,672 |
| Right of Permanent Residence Fees | $515 | 30,701 |
| Include a Dependent Child (Under the age of 22 years) | $230 per child | 13,730 |
Canada Provincial Nominee Fees:
- Ontario Immigration Nominee Program Fee: If you are applying under the Ontario Nominee Program from India an estimated CAD 1500 additional charges shall apply.
- Saskatchewan Nominee Program Fee: If you are applying under the Saskatchewan Nominee Program, a CAD 300 additional fee shall apply.
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program: An additional CAD 500 fee is charged for those who have applied under the Manitoba Nominee Program.
- The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program Fees: CAD 700 is additionally charged for those applying under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
What are the Family Sponsorship Fees?
This is the Fee Structure set by IRCC if you want to sponsor your family for Canada PR:
What are the Business Immigration Fees?
If you want to immigrate to Canada through the business pathways, this is the fee structure as per IRCC:
| Application | Fees (In-CAD) | Fees (In INR) |
| Principal Applicant | $1625 | 96,995 |
| Spouse or common-law partner | Add $850 | Add 50,735 |
| Dependent child | Add $230 per child | Add 13,730 |
What are the documents required for Canada PR?
The Canada Immigration Process is quite comprehensive and meticulous and involves a detailed documentation procedure. This step is the most important part and requires efficiency and accuracy. You have to be prepared with these documents to ensure a seamless documentation process:
- Passport Size Colored Photographs
- Authentic Education Credential Assessment
- Your Medical Certificate
- Proof of Funds
- Your Police Clearance Certificate
- A Letter of Recommendation from your previous employer
- Passport and all the important travel documents
If you have a job offer through the LMIA, you need not present your proof of funds.
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