It is more and more common to hear about cases of Colombians waiting to find an opportunity to Leave the country and settle in a new place. The reasons why people make this important decision can vary; However, in most cases, this determination responds to desires such as improving the quality of life and seeking better living conditions. employment and/or educational opportunities.

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In recent days precisely, the The Government of Canada announced a new initiative that could help many Colombians realize their dreams of building prosperous lives in foreign territoriesand the best, allowing it to be done with all the guarantees.

It is a program of permanent residences specially designed for migrants from countries like Colombia, Venezuela and Haitiwho wish to arrive in Canada live and work indefinitelywith the guarantee of all the rights available to citizens of this country, with the exception of the right to vote.

This initiative allows migrants to acquire a legal status that will allow them to benefit from all the advantages available to the American country, such as apply for formal jobs with full legal benefits, study at any institution, travel freely throughout Canada and live in the city of your choice. Even applying for the program can become a preliminary step to acquiring Canadian citizenship.

Requirements to Apply for Permanent Residency Program in Canada

According to information published by the Canadian Department of ImmigrationFor those who wish to apply for the program to be chosen and be able to be part of this initiative and enjoy all its benefits, they must fully comply with certain requirements which are non-negotiable.

Factors such as: having Venezuelan, Haitian or Colombian nationality, being located in Central America, South America, Caribbean or Mexicosubmit an application for permanent residence online or via another acceptable format and be the spouse, common-law partner or family member of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who meets the requirements for an anchor pointwho has not obtained permanent residence under this public policy, are some of the immutable requirements required by the Canadian government to be able to apply for the program.

The full list of requirements imposed by the Canadian government to apply for this call can be viewed on the government website, or by clicking on Click here.

Here's how to apply for the program

Those interested in starting the program application process should contact Canadian Department of Immigrationwhere they will receive a guide with specific instructions on how to become a candidate and eventually eligible.

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