Canada is known as an attractive study destination for international students. Many of these students in fact enjoy Canada so much, they aim to apply for permanent residency and a work visa once their education is complete. In fact, in 2017, the Government of Canada introduced the to make many of these dreams a reality.
Here鈥檚 what you need to know about the Global Skills Visa program, and how to apply.
Please note: for official visa information and guidance, please refer to the , or speak to a (RCIC).
What is the Global Skills Visa?
The Global Skills Visa assists employers in innovative firms to attract top talent and new skills to Canada. It further streamlines applications and fast tracks approvals. Companies using the work visa increase their international competitiveness through global recruitment.
Not only does the聽聽benefit employers by giving them access to temporary, high-skilled, international talent for company growth, it also benefits foreign workers who experience a reduced process (two weeks) to obtain work permits. Open work permits and study permits are also available and processed in approximately two weeks for spouses and dependents.
Global Skills Visa Survey Results
Companies are hiring more international candidates since the launch of the new Canadian work visa in 2017. A survey conducted by 聽shows 55 Toronto-based tech companies have experienced an increase in both foreign applicants and hires in the last year.
While some companies saw a surge of 50-100 percent in foreign applicants, others saw as much as 300 percent over a single year. Many businesses claim Canada鈥檚 Global Skills Visa as a primary reason for the increase. Though not all make use of the strategy,聽35 percent of the 55 companies surveyed report having used the visa for hiring purposes. Toronto-based companies also report recruiting largely from countries including the United States, India, China, Brazil and the United Kingdom. Junior and mid-level engineers from California鈥檚 Silicon Valley have also shown great interest in a temporary work visa.
Canada is a country that embraces diversity and multiculturalism. The country鈥檚 brand and reputation draws in many foreigners, positioning Canada as a key competitor in many industries.
Am I Eligible?
Canada鈥檚 Global Skills Visa has two categories. To be eligible, you must meet the criteria of one of the categories below.
Category A: Highly-skilled individuals with聽聽and individuals who are referred by one of the Global Talent Stream鈥檚聽.
Category B: Highly-skilled individuals looking to fill open positions found on the聽, or employers seeking talent to scale their company.
How Can I Apply?
Each application must include the documents listed below:
- 聽(if applicable)
For a detailed step-by-step guide on how to fill the application form (EMP5624), please click聽.
Once the application is complete, applicants must sign and send the form with all required documents attached. Applicants must聽补濒蝉辞听submit a processing fee of C$1,000 for each position requested. For payments, applicants may use Visa, MasterCard or American Express.
Note: withdrawn, cancelled, or negatively assessed applications will not receive a refund.
By implementing the Global Skills Visa, Canada facilitates a quick entry of top talent and in turn contributes to the growth and flourishment of innovative companies and job opportunities. Canada recognizes international students as integral to the country鈥檚 knowledge economy.
The Global Skills Visa is one of many Canadian visa options. Read our blog 鈥�Routes to Canada: Temporary vs permanent visa鈥� to learn more!
Disclaimer: This information is intended solely as a reference; the official source for up-to-date immigration information is the . 星空影视is not responsible for any application results. Select information was sourced from the .
Adrianna Dyczkowsky, Public Relations Specialist at聽ApplyBoard
