How to Apply for Canada visa from Dubai
Are you living in Dubai and want to start a new life in Canada, but are unsure about where to start? Now you do not have to worry. Our guide will help you understand how to apply for Canada Visa from Dubai with these easy steps.

You can follow these steps to get you started on your application.

Step 1 Choose where you want to live;
Step 2 Do a little research on your immigration needs:
Step 3 Pass basic requirements for most visa programs;
Step 4 Prepare your basic documents;
Step 5 Apply for a medical examination;
Step 6 Pass language tests;
Step 7 Get police clearance;
Step 8 Apply for your biometrics;
Step 9 Apply for an ECA; and
Step 10 Start your application
Step 1 Choose Where to Live

The first thing to learn on how to immigrate from Dubai to Canada is very simple. Find the right province or territory for your needs.

Because there are over 70 different immigration streams and categories, you must have a clear idea of why you want to move in the first place. Consider whether you want to study, work or just visit Canada.

The 13 province and territories have many different climates, economies, labour needs, family environments and services that cater to each unique area of Canada.

The Global Talent Stream helps talented IT workers find jobs with sponsored Canadian companies. British Columbia’s Healthcare Professionals Stream was created to help doctors, nurses and other medical professionals migrate to the province due to massive labour shortages.

Other provinces have introduced the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program to help 2,000 skilled workers make Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick or Newfoundland and Labrador their home. It also gives applicants the chance to bring their family to Canada with them.

Step 2 Do Some Research
The next step you need to complete on our How to immigrate from Dubai to Canada guide is research.

Express Entry is one of the most well known systems that many immigrants have used to immigrate to Canada from Dubai. The four main programs managed by the Express Entry system are the:

Federal Skilled Worker Program;
Federal Trades Program;
Canadian Experience Class; and
Some Provincial Nominee Programs
Through the Express Entry system, people have the chance to receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply) to become permanent residents within six months so long as they meet all the requirements of one of the programs mentioned above!

Did you know that, according to the Canada Job Bank, there are around 470,000 jobs in Canada! This is one of the reasons the country is constantly creating new immigration programs to help keep up with labour demands.

Another popular immigration program is the Family Sponsorship/Reunification program that lets you bring your family over to Canada after you become a permanent resident of the country.

Many international students apply for a student visa to Canada to help them become actual permanent residents in the future because some immigration streams and categories look more favourably on applicant who graduated from a Canadian university! These visa streams include the International Graduate Program and Graduate Entrepreneur Program.

Not quite sure about which visa programs are right for your unique needs? Do not worry. We can put you in contact with an Account Manager who can talk to you about your options and the application process. Simply complete this contact form and they will call you personally to tell you all you need to know.

Step 3 Pass Basic Requirements
All visas, no matter which provinces or territories they are in, will have basic requirements you must pass before you can go further with your immigration.

Set work experience is normally a requirement for any economic immigration program. You must generally have around three years of work experience to apply though this does vary from program to program so make sure you know before you apply.

Please note that internships and volunteer work will generally not be counted as work experience. Some programs will require Canadian work experience.

Language ability matters. Depending on where you immigrate, your language skills in French or English can really influence your immigration chances.

You must prove that you have the ability to speak, read, write and listen in either of these languages to a sufficient degree. You can do this through the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) for English exams and TEF (Test d'evaluation) for French exams.

Just make sure you select the General Option for these exams, as it is commonly used for immigration purposes. Do not select the Academic version unless you wish to study in Canada as an international student.

A clear criminal record is a must when you apply to immigrate to Canada. You must prove this through a Police Clearance Record. Anything from a DUI to unpaid speeding tickets can cause real issues with your application.

Step 4 Prepare Basic Documents
To get ready for your immigration to Canada, you must at least prepare these basic documents.

A valid form of identification like your ID, passport, birth certificate or driver’s license;

Medical examination from an approved doctor from the Canadian Panel of Physicians;

Valid language exams results from IELTS or TEF that are not older than two years;

Police clearance document;

Biometrics; and an

ECA (Educational Credential Assessment)

Step 5 Start your application
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