A private analysis by an immigration consultant has revealed that the processing period for Canadian immigrant visa has been cut down over the last few years. The report stated that the wait time for the processing of visa applications has reduced to twenty-six months in 2009 from fifty months in 2005. The reason behind the overall cut is federal government’s decision to lure skilled to enter the country that it needs.

The dive in the processing period owe to the new federal legislation, which was being implemented in the year 2008. The legislation facilitated speedier handling of the visa applications from overseas workers, especially those who are skilled in designated occupations like nurse, chef, steamfitter and more than thirty others included in the Canadian skilled occupations list. Visa applicants with experience in the above mentioned occupations were the first choices for Canada who would be given visas over the overseas workers who do not have experience in the occupations.

In the year 2009, a total of 14,917 applicants were issued with Canadian visas. The report also stated that Canadian skilled worker petitions are at present being processed in 7 months, whereas, earlier the wait period for the visa category happened to be more than 5 years. This means skilled overseas workers are getting quite a satisfactory service from the immigration department of Canada. However, there is contrasting progress in the visa processing in categories like family. But, a spokesperson for the country’s immigration minister has said that processing time for family reunification has also been cut down in particular regions of Canada since the year 2004!

There are certain mandatory requirements that are needed in order to immigrate to a foreign country. Canada is no exception. In addition, an application process bedecked with any immigration procedure is quite tedious. The presence of an experienced Immigration expert by your side would not only ensure ample peace of mind but a hassle free future for you and your family.

Here is a glimpse of the documentation that is required in order to migrate to Canada:

• Canadian immigrant Visa and Confirmation of PR for the applicants (main as well as dependants arriving with you)
• Passport for the main applicant and the other family members traveling with you
• Details of personal household items that you are bringing with you and the ones that are arriving late
• Details of the money value of each household item.
• Tip: keep these documents (copies) handy with you
• Proof of your bank assets (bank statements) and financial condition
• Health documents including official documentation as to what vaccinations you and your family members have taken.
• Birth certificates, marriage certificates, education records, reference letters from employers, to name a few.

The list is endless. In addition, it would be wise to have your critical documentation translated in English or French to make it easier for everyone. Just hire an Immigration and Visa expert and know more about it.

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