Once the application has been approved by CIO (Central intake Office) of Citizenship and Immigration Canada located in the province of Nova Scotia, the applicant will need to make an application to the Canadian high commission of his country of origin or otherwise in any other country that was identified by him while filing the application at CIO, Nova Scotia. Successful immigration to Canada requires an applicant to submit a duly-filled application form along with other documents with both CIO and (after provisional approval at CIO) the designated Canadian visa post. The security and medical clearance along with application information, documents and background check is carried out by the visa officers posted at designated visa post.

As part of detailed applicable procedure applicable for immigration to Canada under federal skilled worker applicants at the designated visa post, (http://www.abhinav.com/canada-general-skilled-migrant-application-process.htm), here are a few facets which are mandatory for them to understand:

• The applicants need to ensure that all the documents with required information are sent to and received at the designated Canadian high commission or visa office before the 120 days deadline. In addition to this, the mandate is to submit all the documents and information in one single package. It is important to keep in mind the 120-day deadline to ensure a faster immigration process.
• If the applicant thinks that he would be unable to meet the deadline and demands an extension over and above 120 days period, it is highly unlikely that an extension beyond 120 days will be granted.
• Important aspect which the applicants are required to know is that not a single document should be missed which are present in the visa office specific document checklist. Failing to provide even a single document – as per checklist- may lead to immigration application refusal. Same hold true for information requested by checklist of documents under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, as well. Do not fail to offer ANY requested information. If the applicant cannot provide any information or document, ensure to provide reasons on why that is not possible. Unless, reasons offered are not satisfactory and convincing – backed up by supporting documents – the immigration application is likely to be refused.
• If by any chance, the applicant believes that they cannot submit the full documentation, it is better not to apply now in a hurry. Incomplete documents would mean returning back of the same without approval.
• As a part of application process at this stage, it is mandatory to submit police certificates/clearances (PCC) or a record of no information. It is essential to give these documents for every country where the applicant have lived for 6 consecutive months or more than that since the time he reached the age of 18. The country should be other than Canada. This PCC is required to be offered for principal applicant as also spouse and child over the age of 18 years
• At this stage, all family members will also be required to get medical clearances.
• Before making your application to CIO, ensure that the time limit to get police clearances from the prospective applicable jurisdictions. The presence of an ace immigration and visa expert (www.abhinav.com) by your side would make your application process hassle free for you.
• Language of Documents: Even a minor mistake can turn against your application. For instance, if the Police certificate is not in English/French, it is essential for you to provide the original as well as the translated version of the same with your documents. Additionally, the applicant must provide an affidavit from the translator too.
• Last but not the least, while interview is not normally held under current applicable procedures for Federal Skilled Worker Category, it may be required in cases requiring additional explanations.

Write to ajay@abhinav.com for more information on the application process for Immigration to Canada under federal skilled program.