🇵🇰 Country guide
Immigrate to Canada from Pakistan
Pakistani professionals, students and families make up a large and growing community in Canada. Strong language scores, recognised degrees and skilled work experience can open Express Entry and provincial nominee pathways.
Popular pathways for applicants from Pakistan
Express Entry
Permanent residence for skilled workers through Canada’s fastest economic pathway.
Learn moreStudy Permits
Study at a Canadian college or university with a plan that looks beyond graduation.
Learn moreFamily Sponsorship
Bring your spouse, partner, children, parents or grandparents to Canada.
Learn moreWhat applicants from Pakistan should know
- Pakistani citizens need a visitor visa (TRV) to visit Canada. Biometrics are given at visa application centres in Pakistan.
- Police certificate: a police character certificate from Pakistani police, plus certificates from other countries where you lived six months or more since age 18.
- Pakistani degrees need an educational credential assessment (ECA) for Express Entry.
- Skilled work experience in Pakistan or the Gulf counts as foreign experience for Express Entry and many provincial programs.
- Our team speaks Urdu and Hindi, so you can work with us in your language.
Typical government fees for economic PR
| Processing fee, principal applicant | $990 |
| Processing fee, spouse or partner | $990 |
| Processing fee, dependent child | $270 |
| Right of permanent residence fee (per adult) | $600 |
| Biometrics (per person) | $85 |
Fees in Canadian dollars, in effect since April 30, 2026. Most Express Entry applicants also need proof of funds.
Proof of funds tableYour first steps
- 1Take our free evaluation to see which programs fit your profile
- 2Book a language test (English or French) and, if needed, an education credential assessment
- 3Gather identity, education, work and financial documents
- 4Let us prepare and review your application before submission
Support in your language
English · فارسی · العربية · Türkçe · Русский · हिन्दी · اردو · Español · Português · Filipino
- Licensed RCIC team
- We speak 10 languages
- Free first evaluation
Frequently asked questions
I work in the Gulf. Do I need a Pakistani police certificate too?
Usually yes, if you lived in Pakistan six months or more since age 18. You also need one from the Gulf country where you live.
Do you work with clients in Pakistan?
Yes. We work fully online by video call, WhatsApp and email, in Urdu or English.
What CRS score do I need?
There is no fixed score. Cut-offs change with every draw and differ between general and category-based draws. We estimate your score and compare it with recent draws so you know where you stand.
Which language tests are accepted?
For English: IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General or PTE Core. For French: TEF Canada or TCF Canada. Results are valid for two years.
Can you help me if I live outside Canada?
Yes. Many of our clients live abroad. We work by video call, WhatsApp and email, and applications are submitted online. Clients in Toronto can also visit our North York office.
Which language test should I take?
For English, IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General or PTE Core are accepted for economic immigration. For French, TEF Canada or TCF Canada. Strong French can significantly increase your chances.
Ready to take the next step?
Start with a quick evaluation. We’ll follow up with clear next steps.
We respond within 1–2 business days