Work permit/PR - help on which application stream
Mar 21st 2018, 12:05 am
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Work permit/PR - help on which application stream
Hello all, would appreciate some help on trying to achieve PR in Canada.
Background. UK born and trained dentist with 10+ years work experience. Presently in the US completing specialty orthodontic training (due to finish June 2018) and expect to finish Canadian royal college exams and achieve provincial licensure July 2018.
Plan to move to BC.
What application stream would i apply under? Don't currently have a job offer but this may be possible. Would it just be express entry or FSW or PNP?
Is english language test mandatory? Can sit CELPIPS from the US - is it easier for a native english speaker vs IELTS as i can get a date quicker than IELTS near to me.
Is it wise to hire a lawyer or not needed for application?
Thanks
Background. UK born and trained dentist with 10+ years work experience. Presently in the US completing specialty orthodontic training (due to finish June 2018) and expect to finish Canadian royal college exams and achieve provincial licensure July 2018.
Plan to move to BC.
What application stream would i apply under? Don't currently have a job offer but this may be possible. Would it just be express entry or FSW or PNP?
Is english language test mandatory? Can sit CELPIPS from the US - is it easier for a native english speaker vs IELTS as i can get a date quicker than IELTS near to me.
Is it wise to hire a lawyer or not needed for application?
Thanks
Mar 21st 2018, 12:42 am
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Re: Work permit/PR - help on which application stream
Most likely you will be express entry via FSW. Check the eligibility wizard here
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...nada-tool.html
If it says you are eligible for express entry check the CRS points you have. Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) tool: skilled immigrants (Express Entry)
guess at language scores for now and yes hey are compulsory for all applicants. I don't think there is significant difference between IELTS and CELPIPS especially for native speaker.
No need for a lawyer most can handle it themselves.
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...nada-tool.html
If it says you are eligible for express entry check the CRS points you have. Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) tool: skilled immigrants (Express Entry)
guess at language scores for now and yes hey are compulsory for all applicants. I don't think there is significant difference between IELTS and CELPIPS especially for native speaker.
No need for a lawyer most can handle it themselves.
Mar 21st 2018, 1:02 am
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Re: Work permit/PR - help on which application stream
Thanks for the response. I have a sibling moving to BC next month and will gert his PR a few months later. Also i will get my second degree (Masters) in June. Is it best to start the EE application process now and then can i just add these bits of information to my profile as i go to improve my chances?
CRS tool is showing a score of 448 as things stand right now - this is assuming 10-12 scores in the CELPIP.
Is it worth applying now or waiting till my score gets better? As it stands how long is it likely to take to get selected for EE?
Thanks again
CRS tool is showing a score of 448 as things stand right now - this is assuming 10-12 scores in the CELPIP.
Is it worth applying now or waiting till my score gets better? As it stands how long is it likely to take to get selected for EE?
Thanks again
Mar 21st 2018, 2:05 pm
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Re: Work permit/PR - help on which application stream
At 448 I would get your language testing and ECA done and enter the pool. I suspect you would not wait long for an invite with that score.
