The cost of immigrating to Canada
How much money do you need to immigrate to Canada? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by people looking to move to Canada. And it’s a very valid and important question since knowing the costs involved in immigrating to Canada plays a significant role in your decision-making process.
The costs of immigrating to Canada vary greatly depending on the immigration path you choose. Migrating through Express Entry, provincial nominee programs, student immigration, work, and other methods all have their own specific requirements and costs.
In this article, we’ve tried to cover the costs of immigrating to Canada in Toman for various immigration programs and Canadian visas, so you can make a more informed decision about moving to Canada.
How much money do you need to immigrate to Canada?
The average cost of immigrating to Canada varies based on your chosen method. For Express Entry or provincial nomination programs (PNP), you can expect immigration costs to be between approximately $2,500 to $4,000 for things like application fees, document translations, language tests, and other processing fees. Of course, applicants also need to provide proof of funds, which varies by method.
For those coming to Canada for studies, costs are higher since university tuition can range from $15,000 to over $40,000 CAD per year. Work immigration costs also depend on the job and employer, but generally, you’d need to pay about $150 to $255 CAD for a work permit application.
In the following sections of this article, we will examine the immigration costs to Canada through various methods in more detail.
Costs of Student Immigration to Canada
Estimating the costs for student immigration to Canada can be a bit complicated since universities and colleges in Canada have different application fees and tuition costs. Tuition fees usually vary from $15,000 to $40,000 per year. Additionally, applying for a study permit also costs $150 CAD.
Keep in mind that with a scholarship, you can fully cover the tuition costs of universities.
Financial capability and living expenses are also part of the costs for migrating to Canada for studies that you need to consider. International students usually spend between $1,900 to $2,200 monthly in Canada. The table below provides an overview of the costs associated with studying in Canada:
| Application type | fee in Canadian dollars |
|---|---|
| Application per university: | On average between $100 to $150 |
| University tuition (varies based on major& study level and university): | On average between $15000 to $40000 per year |
| Study permit per person: | $150 |
| Biometrics (fingerprinting) per person: | $85 |
| Biometrics for families (2 or more people): | $170 |
In addition to the tuition for one academic year, you also need to provide proof of financial means that covers living expenses for one year, including accommodation and food. If you are married, you’ll need to account for the expenses of your dependents for that year as well.
The Canadian Immigration Department has announced the necessary financial capability for study migration on its official website, which we will mention later in the article. These amounts are the minimum, and it’s better for Iranians to show higher financial capability.
Required financial capability for study migration to Canada
Canada has increased the required financial capability for international students from $10,000 to $20,635 CAD as of January 1, 2024.
Minimum financial capability needed in 2024:
| Number of people traveling to Canada: | Annual living expenses (without tuition) |
|---|---|
| 1 person: | $20653 |
| 2 people: | $25690 |
| 3 people: | $31575 |
| 4 people: | $38346 |
| 5 people: | $43491 |
| 6 people: | $49050 |
| 7 people: | $54610 |
| More than 7 people for each additional person: | $5559 |
Costs of Work Immigration to Canada
The cost of immigrating to Canada through work isn’t fixed and varies based on circumstances. However, generally, applying for a work permit (Canada work permit) costs CAD 155. On the other hand, specific employer permits may require additional processing fees.
Again, like with student immigration, you also need to consider living expenses as part of the immigration cost to Canada, which typically ranges from CAD 12,000 to CAD 20,000 per year for a single individual. The application fees for Canada’s work visa, whether an open work permit or a closed permit, are outlined in the table below:
| Type of application | Fee in Canadian dollars |
|---|---|
| Work permit per person | CAD 155 |
| Open work permit holder | fee CAD 100 |
| Biometrics per person | CAD 85 |
| Biometrics per family (2 or more people) | CAD 170 |
Financial requirement for working immigration to Canada
According to the latest update from the Canadian immigration office, the financial proof required to cover living expenses in Canada for your work immigration and your accompanying family members is as follows:
| Number of family members | Proof amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| 1 | CAD 14690 |
| 2 | CAD 18288 |
| 3 | CAD 22483 |
| 4 | CAD 27297 |
| 5 | CAD 30690 |
| 6 | CAD 34917 |
| 7 | CAD 38875 |
| For each additional person | CAD 3958 |
Note
If your work visa is of the job offer type, since you have a specific job in Canada and will start working upon arrival, showing financial proof is not mandatory.
However, we emphasize that even with this type of visa, you should show financial proof as outlined below:
| Number of family members | Proof amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| 1 | CAD 20000 |
| 2 | CAD 25000 |
| Each additional person | CAD 5000 |
Cost of immigrating to Canada through investment
The cost of immigrating to Canada through investment varies depending on the program. For the federal startup visa program, you’ll need a minimum investment of $75,000 from approved investor groups (Angel Investors) or at least $200,000 from a venture capital fund.
However, for provincial programs like British Columbia or Ontario, the minimum required investment is usually about CAD 200,000. Generally, there are various methods for investing in Canada. In the following sections of the article, we will discuss the costs associated with immigration to Canada through the startup visa, self-employment, or business registration. In this section, we will focus on the costs of going to Canada through the entrepreneurship program in the provinces.
To invest and start a business in Canada’s provinces, you need to calculate several costs, including the amount of assets and investment, application processing fees for the entrepreneurship program in each province, work visa application fees, and fees for applying for permanent residency in Canada.
Next, we will outline the costs related to each of the mentioned items:
Minimum investment required for entrepreneurship in Canada's provinces.
| Province | Provincial Entrepreneurial Programs | Minimum Net Worth in Canadian Dollars | Minimum Investment in Canadian Dollars | Deposit in Canadian Dollars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | Main Entrepreneurial Program of British Columbia | $600000 | $200000 | -- |
| British Columbia | Regional Pilot Entrepreneurial Program of British Columbia | $300000 | $100000 | -- |
| British Columbia | Strategic Projects Entrepreneurial Program of British Columbia Company Annual Revenue: | $20000000 | $500000 | -- |
| Ontario | Ontario Entrepreneurial Program | Depending on the business location in Ontario: $400000 or $800000 | Depending on the business location in Ontario: $200000 or $400000 or $600000 with at least 33.3% ownership of the business | -- |
| Ontario | Ontario Provincial Immigration Program – Corporate Group | -- | $5000000 or $10000000 for land development or leasing company development | -- |
| Quebec | Quebec Entrepreneurial Program | $900000 | Depending on the business location: $200000 or $300000 with at least 25% ownership in an established business or at least 51% in a purchased business | -- |
| Quebec | Quebec Investment Program | $2000000 | $1200000 | -- |
| Quebec | Quebec Self-Employment Program | $100000 | -- | Depending on the business location: $25000 or $50000 |
| Alberta | Alberta Graduate Entrepreneurship Program | -- | At least 34% ownership of the target business | -- |
| Alberta | Foreign Graduate Entrepreneurship Program | -- | Depending on the business location: $50000 or $100000 | -- |
| Alberta | Agriculture Program | $500000 | $500000 | -- |
| Alberta | Rural Entrepreneurial Program | $300000 | $200000 | -- |
| Saskatchewan | Saskatchewan Entrepreneurial Program | $500000 | Depending on the business location: $200000 or $300000 with at least 33.3% ownership of the business or a minimum of $1000000 | -- |
| Saskatchewan | Saskatchewan Foreign Graduate Entrepreneurial Program | -- | Must have at least one-third ownership of the target business | -- |
| Saskatchewan | Saskatchewan Farmers Program | $500000 | -- | $75000 |
| Manitoba | Manitoba Entrepreneurial Program | $500000 | Depending on the business location: $150000 or $250000 | -- |
| Manitoba | Farm Investment Program | $500000 | $300000 | $75000 |
| New Brunswick | Entrepreneurial Program | $500000 | $150000 | $100000 |
| New Brunswick | Post-Graduation Entrepreneurial Program | -- | 100% ownership of the desired business | -- |
| Prince Edward Island | Prince Edward Island Entrepreneurial Program – 100% ownership | $600000 | $150000 | $200000 |
| Prince Edward Island | Prince Edward Island Entrepreneurial Program – partial ownership | $600000 | $150000 and at least one-third ownership of the business or $1000000 | $200000 |
| Prince Edward Island | Prince Edward Island Work Permit Program | $600000 | $150000 | -- |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia Entrepreneurial Program | $600000 | $150000 | -- |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia International Graduate Entrepreneurial Program | -- | 100% ownership of the desired business | -- |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Foreign Entrepreneurs Program | $600000 | $200000 | -- |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | International Graduate Entrepreneurial Program | -- | 100% ownership of the desired business | -- |
| Northwest Territories | Northwest Territories Entrepreneurial Program | Depends on business location: $250000 or $500000 | Depends on business location: $150000 or $300000 and at least 33.3% ownership of the business or $1000000 | $75000 |
| Yukon | Yukon Business Program | $500000 | $300000 and having at least one-third ownership of the desired business | -- |
Application processing fees for entrepreneurship cases at the immigration office of Canada's provinces.
| Province | Cost in Canadian dollars | |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | Registration fee | $300 |
| Application review fee | $3500 | |
| Appeal application fee | $500 | |
| Application review fee for each key employee in the Entrepreneurial Program | $1000 | |
| Ontario | Application review fee | $3500 |
| Quebec | Application review fee for provincial selection (CSQ) in the investment program | $16383 |
| Application review fee for provincial selection (CSQ) in self-employment and entrepreneurship program | $1142 | |
| Alberta | Application review fee for Alberta International Graduate Entrepreneur Program | $3500 |
| Application review fee for Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Program | $3500 | |
| Application review fee for Agricultural and Farming Program | $500 | |
| Application review fee for the Entrepreneurial Program in rural areas | $3500 | |
| Saskatchewan | Application review fee | $2500 |
| Manitoba: | Application processing fee for the entrepreneurship program | $2500 |
| New Brunswick: | Application processing fee for the entrepreneurship program | $2000 |
| Application processing fee for the entrepreneurship program after graduation | $250 | |
| Prince Edward Island: | Application processing fee | $10000 |
| Nova Scotia: | Application processing fee | no fee |
| Newfoundland and Labrador: | Application processing fee | $1000 |
| Northwest Territories: | Application processing fee | $2800 |
| Yukon: | Application processing fee | no fee |
Work visa application fees at the federal immigration office in Canada.
Open work permit holder fee – $100
Biometrics per person – $85
Biometrics per family (2 or more people) – $170
Applicant’s case review considering permanent residency – $2,358
Permanent residency application fees at the federal immigration office in Canada.
Applicant’s case review without considering permanent residency – $1,810
Spouse or partner’s case review considering permanent residency – $1,525
Spouse or partner’s case review without considering permanent residency – $950
Dependent child case review – $260
The cost of immigrating to Canada through a startup.
The minimum investment for immigrating to Canada through the startup visa program is as follows:
If your funding is provided by venture capital funds: $200,000.
If your funding is provided by angel investor groups: $75,000.
The Canadian startup visa is one of the pathways to immigrate to Canada that leads to obtaining permanent residency in the country. While your residency application is being processed, you have the option to apply for a temporary work visa as well.
To get a work permit for the Canadian Startup Visa, you’ll need to get a letter of confirmation and support from approved Canadian investors. You’ll also need to include your job offer in the application. The job offer must be registered in the employer portal and the fee must be paid.
In addition to this cost, you need to cover other expenses such as the work visa application fee, investor company fees, biometric fees, and permanent residency application fee, and provide proof of funds for one year of living in Canada. We’ll break down these costs below:
Startup visa application fee at the Canadian immigration office
Job offer registration in the employer portal – $230
Work permit per person – $155
Work permit for spouse – $155
Visitor visa for dependent children – $100
Biometrics per person – $85
Biometrics per family (2 or more people) – $170
Permanent residency for the applicant – $2,358
Permanent residency for the spouse – $1,525
Permanent residency for each child – $260
Investor company fees
Angels and venture capitalists invest in big ideas. So, if you’re working with these companies, you don’t have to pay them any fees.
Incubators don’t invest in ideas; instead, they run training programs related to the business in question, and the cost for each group in these programs ranges from $50,000 to $100,000.
Financial proof required for the Canadian startup visa
Besides the costs involved in processing your startup visa and applying for permanent residency in Canada, you also need to show the Canadian immigration office that you have enough funds to support your living expenses and those of your dependents for 52 weeks, which is equivalent to one year.
This amount is calculated based on the Low Income Measure (LICO). LICO refers to the minimum income level after taxes. The LICO amount varies depending on the family size. You need to demonstrate financial ability up to the LICO amount.
Number of family members | Minimum required income (LICO)
1 person | $27,514
2 people | $34,254
3 people | $42,110
4 people | $51,128
5 people | $57,988
6 people | $65,400
7 people | $72,814
For each additional member over 7 | $7,412
Costs for settling in Canada through self-employment
Application fee for self-employment visa with the Canadian immigration authority
Application review for the principal applicant considering permanent residency rights | $2,358
Review of the application for the spouse or partner considering permanent residency rights | $1,525
Permanent residency for each dependent child | $260
Necessary investment for self-employment immigration to Canada
For the self-employment program in Canada, there’s no minimum investment requirement. However, depending on the nature of your business and the location where you plan to operate, you must present the necessary funds to the Canadian immigration office and convince the officer that you can cover the startup costs of your business.
So, before applying for this program, check the status of your desired field of work in Canada, calculate the necessary startup costs, and ultimately show an appropriate amount of funds to the Canadian immigration office.
Consider the following examples in this regard:
An athlete who plans to run a sports club in Canada: They will likely need to invest $100,000 or more. Such activities require significant investment in marketing, inventory lists, and equipment.
An artist looking to establish a gallery: Similarly, their investment needs to be substantial. They may have to deal with hefty monthly rent or purchase a gallery outright. Of course, they will also need to budget for advertising, inventory lists, and hiring.
A hockey coach aiming to teach at local clubs: The investment required for contracting with local clubs will likely be minimal. However, they still need to allocate funds for advertising and other marketing activities.
A writer and editor who wants to continue in the same path in Canada: As a writer, they probably only need a laptop and a business card. So, the amount of investment isn’t that high.
Financial ability required for Canada's startup visa
For lodging and living expenses for yourself, your spouse, and accompanying children in Canada, you should account for costs for at least 6 months, as specified in the table below. You need to provide the same or greater financial proof to the Canadian immigration office.
Number of family members | Amount of financial proof (Canadian dollars)
1 | $14,690
2 | $18,288
3 | $22,483
4 | $27,297
5 | $30,690
6 | $34,917
7 | $38,875
For each additional person | $3,958
The Canadian self-employment visa is for qualified athletes and artists willing and able to set up a self-employed business in Canada. The outcome of this type of visa is direct permanent residency in Canada.
To qualify for the self-employment program in Canada, you must demonstrate to the Canadian immigration office that you have the financial means to start a business, as well as adequate funds to support your living expenses and those of your accompanying family members for at least the first 6 months in Canada.
In addition to these costs, there are fees for processing the self-employment visa application, permanent residency fees, and costs for fingerprinting, which are also part of the expenses for immigrating to Canada through self-employment.
The cost of settling in Canada through company registration.
Capital required to start a company in Canada
The minimum capital required to register and launch a business in Canada typically ranges from $150,000 to $800,000. To be more precise, the required capital varies based on the company structure, industry, city, and location of the business.
Company registration fee in Canadian provinces
To register a company in different provinces in Canada, you’ll need to pay for a name search in the NUANS system, as well as the registration fee for the company name.
British Columbia: $350
Alberta: $450
Ontario: $360
Quebec: $326
Manitoba: $350
Newfoundland and Labrador: $200
Nova Scotia: $336
New Brunswick: $349
Prince Edward Island: $305
To register a company in Canada, you need to have some capital for starting the business as well as fees for the company registration.
The cost of immigrating to Canada through Express Entry
The cost of immigrating to Canada through Express Entry includes several key expenses. The main costs usually consist of the Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) fee, which is about $200 to $300 CAD, and the language test fee (like the IELTS exam). The application processing fee is $1,525 CAD for a single applicant, with an additional $260 for each dependent child.
In summary, here are the costs for Express Entry to Canada:
Cost of Educational Credential Assessment: $200 to $300 CAD
Language test fee: Current test price
Application fee: $1,525 CAD
Medical exam: Current testing fees
Cost of obtaining a police clearance certificate
There are additional costs associated with the Express Entry program, like the biometric fee ($85 CAD) and document translation fees, which we outlined in the “Detailed Costs of Immigration to Canada” section of this article.
Another cost that may arise in the Express Entry program is the fee for applying to Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) and obtaining a provincial nomination certificate. Securing a provincial nomination adds 600 points to your total Express Entry score.
Moreover, in addition to the mentioned costs, you’ll need to show proof of financial capability for settling and living in Canada to the immigration office.
Cost of applying for immigration to Canada through Express Entry
Initially, there’s no fee to create an Express Entry profile, but if you receive an invitation and apply for permanent residency in Canada, you need to pay the following fees:
Type of application Fee in Canadian dollars
Application processing for the principal applicant considering the right of permanent residency $1,525
Application processing for spouse or partner considering the right of permanent residency $1,525
Application processing for each dependent child $260
Biometrics for each child $85
Biometrics for each family (2 or more people) $170
Cost of applying for provincial nomination in Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
Alberta Provincial Nominee Program $500
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program $1,150
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program $500
New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program $250
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program $250
Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program $0
Ontario Provincial Nominee Program $1,500 to $2,000
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program $300
Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Program $350
Financial capacity required for Express Entry programs
Federal Skilled Worker and Federal Skilled Trade programs require proof of funds, but the Canadian Experience Class program does not need you to provide proof of funds. Also, if you have a job offer from Canadian employers, proof of funds is not necessary.
The required proof of funds for Express Entry is based on the LICO table, which is determined by the number of family members.
Number of family members Amount of funds required (Canadian dollars)
1 $14,690
2 $18,288
3 $22,483
4 $27,297
5 $30,690
6 $34,917
7 $38,875
For each additional person $3,958
Costs of immigrating to Canada through a tourist visa
The cost for a Canadian tourist visa application is $100 CAD per person plus $85 for biometrics (totaling $185). Additionally, since you’ll be spending several months in the country, you need to have enough money for your temporary stay and provide sufficient proof of funds to the Canadian immigration office.
The breakdown of immigration costs to Canada through a Canadian tourist visa includes:
Cost for the Canadian tourist visa application
Initially, there’s no need to pay any fees when creating an Express Entry profile. However, if you receive an invitation and decide to apply for permanent residency in Canada, you’ll need to pay the following fees:
Type of application Fees in Canadian Dollars
Tourist visa per person $100
Tourist visa for each family (a family includes 5 or more people applying together) $500
Fingerprinting per person $85
Fingerprinting per family (2 or more people) $170
Required proof of funds for a Canadian tourist visa
If you plan to get a tourist visa for visiting family, friends, relatives, or tourism purposes, you must provide proof of financial support to Immigration Canada for the duration of your stay. How much money you need depends on the number of people and the length of your stay in Canada.
For a Canadian tourist visa, you can stay in Canada for a maximum of 6 months, and if you want to stay longer, you need to apply for a visitor record.
If we consider the average cost of living for one person at $2,000 per month, you should show at least $12,000 CAD for a 6-month stay.
Cost of staying in Canada through sponsorship
If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, you can apply for a sponsorship visa for your spouse, dependent children, adopted child, parents, and grandparents.
You’ll need to pay a fee to process sponsorship visa applications at Immigration Canada. Additionally, for sponsoring parents or grandparents, your minimum income over the last 3 tax years must meet the requirements set by Immigration Canada, which will be outlined later in the article.
Generally, the minimum income required for the sponsor and the immigration costs for Canada through the sponsorship program are as follows:
Minimum income required for the Canadian sponsorship visa
As we mentioned earlier, to convince the immigration officer that you can sponsor your parents or grandparents, you need to show your annual income for the past three tax years according to the LICO table. For instance, if you’re applying in 2024, your annual income for the years 2023, 2022, and 2021 must meet the amounts specified in the LICO table based on the number of family members.
In the table below, all amounts are in Canadian dollars.
| Total number of people you are responsible for sponsoring | Required income for 2024 | Required income for 2023 | Required income for 2022 | Required income for 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 28339 | 27514 | 26620 | 26426 |
| 2 people | 35282 | 33140 | 33140 | 32898 |
| 3 people | 43373 | 40742 | 40742 | 40444 |
| 4 people | 52662 | 49466 | 49466 | 49106 |
| 5 people | 59728 | 56104 | 56104 | 55694 |
| 6 people | 67362 | 63276 | 63276 | 62814 |
| 7 people | 74998 | 70488 | 70448 | 69934 |
| If you have more than 7 people for each additional person: | 7634 | 7172 | 7172 | 7120 |
*** In calculating the number of family members, the sponsor, their spouse, and any dependent children are also counted. For example, if you’re married and have one child and plan to sponsor your parents, the total family count would be 5.
For sponsoring a spouse and dependent children, there’s no need to provide income according to the LICO table, and there’s no minimum specified. However, as the sponsor, you must give a written commitment that you will support their costs and financial needs for 3 years from the time your spouse receives permanent residency.
Cost of applying for the Canadian sponsorship visa
Spouse, fiancé, or children
Processing fee for spouse or fiancé sponsorship application, considering the right for permanent residency: 1,205 dollars
Processing fee for sponsoring each dependent child of the applicant :170 dollars
Processing fee for sponsoring each dependent child included simultaneously in the spouse or fiancé application.: 175 dollars
Parents and grandparents
Review of sponsorship application for parents or grandparents considering permanent residency $1,205
Review of sponsorship application for spouse of parent or grandparent considering permanent residency $1,210
Review of sponsorship application for dependent child of parent or grandparent $175
Adopted child and other relatives
Review of sponsorship application for relative 22 years or older considering permanent residency $1,205
Review of sponsorship application for dependent adopted child or orphan relative $170
Review of sponsorship application for dependent adopted child or orphan relative who was also included in the family application. $175
Review of sponsorship application for relative under 22 who is not a dependent child considering permanent residency $745
Review of sponsorship application for spouse or fiancé of relative considering permanent residency $1,210
Costs for permanent residency in Canada
To review your application for permanent residency at the Canadian immigration office, you need to pay certain fees. Applications for permanent residency exist in the following immigration programs:
Business immigration like startup, self-employment, and Quebec business immigration
Economic immigration like Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, Canadian Experience), Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), Atlantic immigration program, Rural and Northern immigration pilot, Agricultural-Food pilot, and Quebec Selected Skilled Worker
In general, the costs for permanent residency in Canada are according to the tables below:
Cost for permanent residency application in business immigration programs
Review of applicant’s case considering permanent residency $2,385
Review of applicant’s case without considering permanent residency $1,810
Review of spouse or fiancé’s case considering permanent residency $1,525
Review of spouse or fiancé’s case without considering permanent residency $950
Review of each dependent child $260
Fingerprinting per person $85
Fingerprinting per family (2 or more members) $170
Cost for permanent residency application in economic immigration programs
Review of applicant’s file considering permanent residency rights $1,525
Review of applicant’s file without considering permanent residency rights $950
Review of spouse or fiancé’s file considering permanent residency rights $1,525
Review of spouse or fiancé’s file without considering permanent residency rights $950
Review of each dependent child’s file $260
Fingerprinting per person $85
Fingerprinting for each family (2 or more people) $170
Cost of hiring an immigration lawyer for Canada
The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer for your immigration processes varies based on the lawyer’s experience, reputation, and the type of immigration program you are applying through. The cost for a lawyer for Canadian immigration for non-immigrant visas, like student visas or open work permits, typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,000.
For immigration programs like Express Entry, provincial entrepreneurship, startup, or investment, the average cost of an immigration lawyer ranges from $5,000 to $20,000. In addition to legal lawyers, there are also immigration consultants approved by Canada’s immigration authority who may charge less than legal lawyers in some cases.
Other immigration costs to Canada
Immigration to Canada, regardless of the method, involves costs and usually includes both main and secondary expenses. The main costs relate to the fees you must pay for the consideration of your file at Canada’s immigration office, which have been discussed so far in this article.
However, secondary costs are those incurred along with the immigration file, such as:
Cost for language testing
Cost for translating educational documents
Cost for credential evaluation (if necessary)
Cost for medical examinations (if necessary)
Cost for obtaining criminal record checks
Cost for traveling to a third country for fingerprinting
And if you wish to hire an immigration lawyer, the fees for their services.
In the end, how much does immigration to Canada cost in Toman?
The cost of immigrating to Canada in tomans can’t be stated precisely; as we’ve seen in this article, the costs vary significantly depending on the method you choose. However, as a rough estimate, you can immigrate to Canada for less than 100 million tomans through options like sponsorship or around $185 (plus about $12,000 in proof of funds) via a tourist visa.
If you need help with immigrating to Canada, we suggest you first complete the free preliminary assessment form for Canadian immigration. After you fill out this form, your situation will be reviewed by Mondial Visa experts, and the most suitable immigration method for you will be sent via email.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to go to Canada?
The cost of going to Canada will vary depending on the immigration method. For example, the cost of a Canadian tourist visa is $185 (application plus fingerprinting), and the cost of studying abroad can range from $15,000 to $40,000 per year. The proof of funds amount should be added to these costs.
How much does it cost to obtain Canadian residency?
The cost of applying for permanent residency in Canada (case processing) in economic immigration programs like Express Entry is at least CAD 1,525 per person, and in business immigration programs like startup, it’s at least CAD 2,385 per person.
What is the minimum investment required to immigrate to Canada?
The answer to this question depends on the type of investment immigration program. Generally, the minimum investment needed for investment and immigration to Canada ranges between $150,000 to $200,000.
What is the cheapest way to immigrate to Canada?
Immigrating to Canada through tourism
Immigrating to Canada through education
Immigrating to Canada through job offers
Immigrating to Canada through skilled workers
Immigrating to Canada through sponsorship
It’s worth mentioning that the cheapest way to immigrate to Canada isn’t necessarily the best option for you. Each of these immigration programs has its specific requirements, and if you meet those conditions, you can apply for that program.
How much does it cost to immigrate to Canada in Iranian money?
The cost of immigrating to Canada depends on the type of immigration program chosen and the number of applicants, and it varies.
For example, for temporary visas like the Canadian student visa, you’ll have several expenses, including application fees for the university, the university deposit (which applies to some universities), the fee for processing the student visa application through immigration, and proof of tuition for one year of study and one year of living in Canada. If you’re applying with a spouse and children, you’ll also need to account for the fees related to their application and their living and housing expenses.
For the Canadian student visa, there are other costs as well, such as language test fees, translation fees for your educational documents, and the cost of obtaining a police clearance certificate. If you’re considering hiring an immigration lawyer, you should also add their fees to your total costs.
Do we need to provide proof of funds for the Canadian Express Entry program?
If you want to apply for the Federal Skilled Worker and Federal Skilled Trades programs, which fall under the Express Entry system, you’ll need to provide proof of funds to the Canadian immigration office according to the LICO table. However, if you’re applying under the Canadian Experience Class program or have a job offer to gain extra points in Express Entry, there’s no need to show proof of funds.
How much is the cost of a Canadian student visa?
The application processing fee for a Canadian student visa is CAD 150. If you haven’t had your fingerprints taken in the past 10 years, you’ll also need to pay CAD 85 for that service.