Legal ways of traveling from Sri Lanka to Canada: types of visa, requirements and documents to present
To travel from Sri Lanka to Canada legal, there must be observance of Canada's immigration rule and obtaining the needed visa or travel authorization. It could be for tourism, education, employment, or even settling there permanently. A person should know what types of visas have which eligibility and what documents might be required to make a flawless application process.
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Types of Visas to Travel from Sri Lanka to Canada
Canada has various visa types, which depend on what a person is traveling for. Some of the common ones include:
1. Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa):
For tourism, or to visit family or friends, or any other short-term stay
Can stay for a period of up to six months
Issued either as a single entry visa or multiple entry visa
2. Study Permit
For students who wish to gain admission to study in a Canadian institution
o Study program lasts more than six months
o Is usually supported with a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV).
3. Work Permit:
available to anyone who has an offer of employment in Canada
non-employer-specific and open work permits
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Express Entry (Permanent Residency):
This is meant for working professionals who plan to permanently live in Canada
Sub categories are Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
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Family Sponsorship Visa
For family members of a Canadian citizen or permanent residents
Spouses, dependent children, parents, and grandparents
6. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):o
For people who have been nominated by any of the Canadian provinces owing to their skills and the need within the job market.
7. Startup Visa:o
For entrepreneurs with innovative ideas for business, supported by Canadian investors.
8. Humanitarian and Refugee Protection:o
For those asylum seekers or people who run away from unsafe conditions from their home country.
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Eligibility for kinds of Visas
For each visa category, specific eligibility criteria exist:
1. Visitor Visa;· No strong tie to Sri Lanka-for example family, property, work·Can afford traveling and staying in Canada·No intent to go back to Canada
2. Study Permit;;Being accepted into a DLI in Canada·Having enough money to pay tuition and cost of living there as well as enough fare for the return trip·Qualifications for health and character
3. Work Visa:
There is an employment opportunity and if it's available then it has the needed Labour Market Impact Assessment or LMA but except for a few.
No experience and qualifications that relate to the job.
4. Express Entry:
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Under the Comprehensive Ranking System points.
Language ability.
Good work experience and education.
Having proof of funds for settling the country.
5. Sponsorship Visa for Families
The sponsor must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Proof of relationship and the means to support the sponsored family member financially.
6. Provincial Nominee Program:
Skills and experience that answer the needs of the province's labor market.
Job offer from a provincial employer, although this may vary
7. Startup Visa:
o Business plan endorsed by an organization.
o Is fluent in either English or French.
Settlement funds
8. Humanitarian and Refugee Protection:
o Risk of persecution or harm in their country of origin.
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Documents Needed for Various Visa Applications
Here is a general list of documents needed for various visa applications:
1. Visitor Visa:
Valid passport.
Completed application form.
Proof of financial support (bank statements, pay slips).
Letter of invitation (if applicable).
Travel itinerary and return ticket.
Passport-sized photos that meet Canada's requirements.
2. Study Permit:
oAcceptance letter from a Canadian DLI.
oProof of funds (for example, GIC, scholarships).
Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Medical exam (if required).
Police clearance certificate.
3. Work Permit:
Job offer letter and LMIA.
Educational background and work experience certificates.
Test results for the language
Results of the medical check
4. Express Entry
ECA, Language tests-IELTS/CELPIP, for the English language and TEF/TCF, French language, Test reports for language test; work experience reports
Economic proof and funds reports; Police clearances; medical exam report.
5. Family Sponsorship Visa:
Evidence of the relation like a birth certificate and marriage certificate;
Evidence about the financial capacity of the Sponsor.
Forms related to sponsorship;
6. Provincial Nominee Program
Certificate from Provincial Nomination.
o Proof of job offer (if necessary).
oSupporting documents to skills and experience.
7.Startup Visa:
oSupport letter from a designated organization.
oBusiness plan.
oSettlement funds.
8.Humanitarian and Refugee Protection:
oSupporting document for asylum claim, such as personal statement, country reports.
oIdentity documents.
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Application Process
The application process for a Canadian visa is normally as follows:
1.Determine the Visa Type:
oEvaluating the purpose of travel and credentials.
2.Gather the Required Documents:
All the documents
3.Online Profile Creation:
All types of visas are lodged online through the IRCC portal.
4. Paying Application Fee:
The fee is going to be different according to the type of visa
5. Biometric Submission:
Serves capture fingerprints and photograph
Visit a VAC, that is, Visa Application Centre
6. Interview (if applicable)
o Some applications have to be sent to the Canadian High Commission for interview in Colombo.
7. Processing
o Processing time differ according to the type of application or case of visa application
8. Decisions
o Approved to be issued visa or permit; and rejected with grounds and have grounds to apply again
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Monetary Requirement
The applicants should have enough money to sustain them for the duration of their stay in Canada. This will depend on the type of visa and family size. For instance,
•Study Permit: CAD 10,000 a year to pay for living expenses but not tuition.
•Express Entry: CAD 13,757 proof of settlement funds for one applicant
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Application Success Tips
1.Information to Be Correct:
No error or incomplete data will attract delay or refusal.
2.Be Early Prepared:
No last-minute harassment in collecting documents.
3.Get Professional Advice:
o Seek an immigration consultant for complex cases
4. Keep Yourself Informed:
o Check IRCC website at regular intervals to see the changes in policies and requirements.
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