The electronic Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR), is the final step of the Express Entry program. The eAPR application is the proces to submit the documents that support the details listed in your initial Express Entry profile.
find out if you qualify for Express EntryThe requirements you need to provide for your eAPR are those that support the qualifications claimed in your Express Entry profile as well as proof you are not inadmissible to Canada. If you cannot provide a document that is requested, always provide a letter of explanation outlining why it cannot be obtained. It is advisable to mention the attempts you have made to obtain the missing documents and provide possible alternatives.
Documents submitted must be in English or French. If they are not, you will need to have the documents translated by a certified translator.
Using the services of a Canadian immigration attorney can help explain to the visa office in a clear and concise manner why your documents are not exactly as requested. If you need help with your application, get in touch with us for a free consultation.
Passports
A copy of the biographical data page of a passport or travel document for the principal applicant and each of their accompanying family members.
Birth certificates
For everyone included in your application, you must provide a birth certificate. There are some countries that do not issue birth certificates, in that case, you can provide a document that confirms the details of your date of birth and at least one of your parent’s names. Including a letter of explanation with your application is advisable if you are not providing an official birth certificate.
Adoption certificates are also required in the event you have adopted children.
Marital status
You may need to provide a combination of these documents in some cases. For example, if you are divorced and then remarried, you will need to provide both your divorce certificate as well as your new marriage certificate.
Depending on which language test you took, IRCC may already have access to your test results. However, IRCC does sometimes request a copy of your language test results. It may be a good idea to include your results with your application, otherwise, your application could be delayed if IRCC ends of requesting a copy. If your spouse took an approved language test, this should also be included.
You need to demonstrate proof of the work experience mentioned on your Express Entry profile. To do this you will need to provide:
If you have claimed Canadian work experience, you must also provide:
Check out our guide for more information about reference letters but to summarize, your letters should include the following:
You’ll need one from each of your employers in the last 10 years. This is primarily how IRCC will decide if the National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes you’ve claimed accurately represent your experience.
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) issues documents for tax purposes to everyone who works in Canada. If you claimed Canadian work experience, you need to show proof that you did so legally, and that you paid your taxes.
Check your account regularly to see if any messages or updates from IRCC have been issued regarding your application.
You will need to provide proof that you have sufficient funds to support your relocation to Canada. These are referred to as settlement fees and vary depending on your family size. If you have an arranged employment offer that was mentioned in your application, this required is waived.
| Number of Family Members | Funds Required |
|---|---|
| 1 | $14,690 |
| 2 | $18,288 |
| 3 | $22,483 |
| 4 | $27,297 |
| 5 | $30,690 |
| 6 | $34,917 |
| 7 | $38,875 |
| If more than 7 people, for each additional family member | $3,958 |
| Required amount as of May, 2024 |
Electronic copies of medical examination confirmation.
You and all of your family members will need police clearance certificates from every country you or they resided in for six months or more since the age of 18.
Police clearance certificates are only valid for 12 months. So it’s important that you wait until you receive an ITA before you apply for one, otherwise, it could expire by the time your application is processed.
However, they can also take a long time to receive. Since you only have 60 days from receiving your ITA to submitting an application, this can be tricky to manage. If you have applied for police clearance certificates but do not receive them on time, you have to provide proof that you applied for them in your application. This will buy you some time for the police clearance certificates to come through.
Two (2) digital photos of you, your spouse or partner, and each dependent child.
Principal Applicant: $1325
Spouse: $1325
Dependent children: $225/child
If you have claimed points for a provincial nomination you will need to provide a copy of the nomination.
If you have claimed a relative in Canada, you must provide:
You do not need a job offer. However, if you claimed a valid job offer from a Canadian employer in your profile, you’ll need proof that the offer is legitimate by providing:
The letter from your Canadian employer offering you the job should be printed on the company letterhead and includes your name, the company’s contact information, and the name, title, and signature of the applicant’s immediate supervisor.
The letter must also contain the expected start date, job title, duties and responsibilities, number of work hours per week, and annual salary plus benefits. Finally, the letter has to contain a commitment that the applicant will be employed on a continuous, paid, full-time bases for at least one year after issuance of permanent residence.
If you have claimed points for your spouse’s education, documents to support those qualifications should be provided as well.
IRCC states that 80% of eAPRs are processed within six months or earlier from the date of submission. If an application is approved, then the applicant and all accompanying family members will be issued visas allowing them to travel to a Canadian Port of Entry (POE) to obtain their official permanent resident documents!
After becoming a Canadian permanent resident, individuals should be sure to educate themselves on the PR requirements to ensure they remain eligible to renew their permanent residence card or apply for Canadian citizenship.
Minimum funds are calculated based on your family size. When you’re calculating how much you need to demonstrate, don’t forget to count yourself!
Certain family members can be included in an eAPR application. These include your spouse/ common- law partner and dependent children under the age of 22. Children over the age of 22 who are financially dependent on the main applicant as a result of a physical or mental condition may also be included in the eAPR.
The costs of the application will depend on the applicant’s family size, how many countries they have lived in, and if documents need to be translated.
Processing of files varies and is often dependent on multiple factors. For most applications submitted via Express Entry pool, IRCC commit to processing within 6 months wherever possible. The affects of the COVID 19 pandemic have seen increased processing times by IRCC with most taking 12+ months to process. IRCC offer a great tool for up to date processing times.
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