Atlantic Immigration Program
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How to Apply for an Atlantic Immigration Program from India?
There are various programs in the provinces of Canada that are designed to upscale economic growth. One of the most important programs is the Atlantic Immigration Program, which targets four provinces of Canada. All the people who are willing to immigrate to Canada should know about this immigration program.
What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?
The Atlantic Immigration Program was originally launched in 2017. This program is one of the pathways to Permanent Residency and targets four provinces of Canada - Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador. This program targets skilled workers and international student graduates.
Eligibility for Atlantic Immigration Program-
The eligibility criteria for this program for workers and international graduates are as follows-
Work Experience
- The candidate should have worked at least 30 hours per week in a year in his past five employment years. The more work experience, better chances of getting selected.
- All the candidates that are self- employed are not eligible for this immigration program.
- The work experience the candidate has must be in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) level 0, A, B and C.
Educational Qualifications
- The candidate’s education qualifications are compared to the education of Canada in case you want to work in Canada.
- A high school diploma or equivalent secondary education degree is needed.
Language Requirements
- The candidate should be proficient in English language.
- A CLB 5 or higher is required in your English language test like IELTS.
Proof of Funds
- You would have to submit your bank statements showing that you are financially stable to live in the Canadian province.
Who can Apply for the Atlantic Immigration Program?
- Anyone having an intend settling in Atlantic Canada
- Candidate who has graduated from a university in Atlantic Canada
- The candidate must be a skilled worker
Requirements for International Graduates
- Candidates must have lived in one of the Canadian provinces for at least 16 months in the past two years.
- The applicant must have a minimum of two years diploma or degree or certificate from a recognized Atlantic institution.
Requirements for a Designated Employer
The employers who take part in the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program must apply to become designated employers. A company that is designated as an employer will be able to hire foreign workers without needing to get a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Employees hired under the pilot program must get assistance from designated employers in relocating to their home province.
Documentation required for Atlantic Immigration Program
You can hire our immigration consultants to handle your documents and applications. The following documents are required for AIP :
- Valid passport
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Educational Certificates
- Bank Statements
- Medical Reports
- English language test results
- Employment Letter
How to Apply for the Atlantic Immigration Program?
Step 1 - The candidate must complete the application process and submit it to IRCC.
Step 2 - You will have to submit the required documents along with the application process.
Step 3 - Once the application is submitted, wait for the approval. Now, people can move to Atlantic Canada.
Processing Time of PR Application through AIP
The total processing time for getting a PR through AIP is 6 months. The candidate must submit the application within 6 months of obtaining the endorsement certificate.
Total Cost of Atlantic Immigration Program
| Application | $CAN |
| Your application Processing fee ($850) and right of permanent residence fee ($515) | 1,365 |
| Your application (without right of permanent residence fee) | 850 |
| Include your spouse or partner Processing fee ($850) and right of permanent residence fee ($515) | 1,365 |
| Include your spouse or partner (without right of permanent residence fee) | 850 |
| Include a dependent child | 230 (per child) |
| Biometrics (per person) | 85 |
| Biometrics (per family) (2 or more people) Maximum fee for a family of 2 or more people applying at the same time and place | 170 |
Contact Stark Visas - Your companion for Canada immigration
Stark Visas is regarded as the Best Canadian Immigration Consultant in India. We have our experts in Canada immigration who will assist you through the application process and documentation.
We have helped thousands of applicants to immigrate to their dream destination, Canada. Our years of experience will be an add-on factor for your immigration procedure. Right from the documentation work to post- landing service, we will be there by your side.
In this process, you will have a lot of queries and you can definitely reach out to us anytime.
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Who is eligible for the Atlantic immigration program?
The Atlantic Immigration Program is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates from a Canadian institution who want to work and live in 1 of Canada
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