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Official federal immigration and citizenship services.
A warm doorway to the Canadian government pages that can help you visit, study, work, settle, reunite with family, or learn about protection and citizenship.
I love Canada and want newcomers to find reliable information. This independent page organizes official links; it is not a government service, an application portal, or personal immigration advice. Requirements and availability can change. Always confirm your own next step on the linked government page.
The official starting points for deciding which pathway fits your goal.
Official federal immigration and citizenship services.
Answer government questions to discover relevant programs.
Browse permanent residence pathways.
Official checklist, account, documents and tracking links.
Check the travel document before planning a visit.
Visa, eTA and visitor information.
Find requirements for your passport or travel document.
Official visitor visa information.
Official eTA information and application route.
Plan a study permit and check the current rules with IRCC.
Study permits, extending a permit and working as a student.
Government steps and requirements.
Temporary work pathways and permit requirements.
Work permit overview and extensions.
Check the rules for your type of work.
Work permit route for applicants abroad.
Eligibility and application route in Canada.
Explore federal and regional routes using current government criteria.
Federal skilled worker application system.
Compare the programs and assess eligibility.
Province or territory nomination pathways.
Sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence.
Official information for resettlement and claims made within Canada.
Understand Canada’s refugee protection system.
Referral and resettlement routes.
Steps and requirements for an in-Canada claim.
Official service information for people in Canada.
Find the next step after arriving or becoming a permanent resident.
Eligibility, application, test and proof of citizenship.
Citizenship certificate information.
Government newcomer resources and services.
Planning to settle in Quebec? Start with the provincial selection rules, then follow the federal steps that apply.
Arrima, work, study, French and integration links.
Quebec selection pathways and procedures.
Current skilled worker selection program.
Federal permanent residence application after a CSQ.
Official French learning options.
Use these official tools instead of paying a third party to check routine information.
Find the correct account or portal for your application.
Government status tools by application type.
Current government estimates, which can change.
Current official forms and instructions.
Check if and when an exam is required.
Requirements and country-specific instructions.
Recognize and report immigration scams.
Understand who can charge for advice.
Official support and web form.