A Guide to Immigration to Alberta Canada

A Guide to Immigration to Alberta

1. Canada's Immigration Laws and Regulations

   Contact your nearest visa office of the Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate in your country of residence to obtain an application kit as well as more specific information about Canada's immigration laws and regulations. A list of offices is available at:

   Citizenship and Immigration Canada:

   • Canadian Visa Offices

2. Visit Alberta - Economic Immigration Program Information

   The Government of Alberta urges you to visit the province before completing your immigration plans to obtain first-hand knowledge of potential business and investment opportunities, markets, competition and cost of doing business in Alberta. This will also give you an opportunity to learn more about personal matters such as lifestyle, social conditions, education, health care and the cost of living.

   While in Alberta on your exploratory visit, contact the Alberta Economic Immigration office in Edmonton or Calgary for information on Alberta and the Economic Immigration Program.

3. Complete the Immigration Application Kit

   Once you have completed your research and are confident with the business and personal and employment opportunities available to you in Alberta, complete either the:

   • Business Immigration Application Kit or the Skilled Worker Application Kit

     Submit your completed application kit and appropriate fees to the Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate visa office.

4. Prepare for an Interview with a Visa Officer

   Upon meeting the basic requirements, you may be invited to an interview with a visa officer.

   • As an Entrepreneur:

     You must be able to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of doing business in Alberta.

   • As a Skilled Worker:

     You must be able to demonstrate your skills and work experience in finding employment in Alberta.

   If your application is successful, the visa officer will arrange for a medical examination for you and your family. Immigration officials will verify your personal background.

5. Welcome to Alberta!

   As a successful candidate you and your dependents will receive a Canadian immigrant visa to begin your new life in Alberta. The visa will have an expiry date and you must take up permanent residence in Canada before the visa expires. A visa cannot be extended.

For more information, complete the:

• Request for Information Form

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