The Canadian province of Quebec, located in the east-central part of the nation, is abundant with significant natural resources even as it is the second largest populated province of Canada. Economically highly influent, the province has a prevailing French speaking populace, and is the biggest Canadian province, in terms of geographical area.
Its per capita is equal to that of Spain, Italy and Japan. In fact, it is the 37th biggest economy in the world. Its market based, open and advanced economical approach has made it a major player in different knowledge sectors, like Aerospace, information Technology, Multimedia, etc.
Other sectors booming in the province are Tourism, Imports-Exports, mining, Natural Resources, transportation, etc. Quebec currency is the Canadian Dollar which is equal to 50-60 INR. This makes it a fabulous destination for those who want to expand the scope of their profession and gain a better quality of life.
Quebec for Skilled Professionals
The Canadian province offers a fiscally profitable opportunity for qualified professionals through its well-known Quebec Skilled Migrant Program. It allows educated, professionally trained migrants to apply for a certificate of selection and then for Permanent Residence Visa within Canada.
It is a fairly lucrative opportunity for those who want to live in Quebec with their family or alone, and want a permanent residence permit instead of the mere work permit.
Visa Process
First of all, candidates are chosen for a certificate of selection by the Quebec Government. After the selection certificate has been availed, the candidate has to apply for a Canada Permanent Residence Visa. For this PR visa, medical records of the candidate and those accompanying him will be examined by the officials and some security checks will be performed.
Are you Entitled?
The candidates applying for the scheme need to complete eligibility requirements:
- Apt level of education, professional Training
- Previous work experience
- Age of the candidate
- Language skills (should know French and English)
- Validated Local Job offer (if candidate does not hold any such offer then he/she must get necessary points)
Points Based Assessment
The Quebec Immigration selection system evaluates applications by giving those scores. A single candidate should get a minimum of 49 points and candidate with partner (common law partner/wife) should get 57 points.
Filing a Petition
Applications for Quebec Skilled Migrant Program can be filed with the help of Quebec immigration and visa agents, specialized in skilled migrant scheme. In India, many consultants are now providing such services and assistance. Candidates are advised to clear out their queries by seeking advisory services from immigration agents and then fill up the applications.
