Post-ITA Process: 3 Critical Steps to Follow After ITA | Canada Immigration Tips

Each year, hundreds of people apply to Canada’s Express Entry immigration system. Applicants who meet the program’s basic qualifying requirements are added to an Express Entry pool.

The top scorers are subsequently sent an Invitation to Apply (ITA). It is often referred to as an electronic Application for Permanent Resident Status (eAPR). Applicants have 60 days to prepare and submit an eAPR.

The “after ITA process” must be carefully followed in order to obtain your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR). This article will explain what an ITA is and what procedures candidates must take after receiving one.

What exactly is an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

Applicants seeking Canadian immigration, whether through Federal Immigration Programs or specialized Provincial Nominee Programs, will almost certainly be required to use the Express Entry System.

This approach evaluates applications using a point system based on their abilities, experience, and other characteristics. Applicants who get a score higher than the minimum for an Express Entry draw are sent an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

Applicants who are inexperienced with the Express Entry process may mistakenly believe that receiving an ITA signifies they have been chosen for Permanent Residence.

This, however, is false. Receiving an ITA indicates that Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) believes the individual is a viable candidate for Permanent Residence and that they will be allowed to proceed to the next phases in the immigration process.

Anyone who receives an invitation to apply must follow certain processes and follow the directions of the IRCC. Candidates who successfully complete all of these processes while meeting IRCC requirements will be granted Permanent Resident status.

3 Steps to Take After ITA

As previously stated, candidates who acquire their ITA must complete their Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR) within 60 days of receiving their ITA.

This entails submitting their application online using the IRCC’s web portal and providing the required papers.

Candidates who do not complete these steps before the deadline will forfeit their Invitation to Apply. Applicants who fear they will be unable to acquire the necessary documentation before the deadline may decline their ITA.

They will then be returned to the Express Entry pool until they reach the points requirement for the next draw.

1. Gather the Necessary Documents

Candidates must acquire the documentation necessary by IRCC as soon as possible. Their Express Entry Profile will include a document list. Applicants who are unable to furnish a certain document must provide a letter explaining why they were unable to obtain and submit it.

All documentation must be submitted in either English or French. This includes the following:

• A photocopy of their passport’s biographical data page or another travel document.
• An applicant must give this information from both their own passport and the passports of any family members accompanying them.
• As extra identity proof, a birth certificate is required.
• Those who live in countries where birth certificates are not issued might produce an alternate document detailing their date of birth and the names of one or both parents.
• Candidates who present this alternative document must include a letter explaining why they were unable to provide an authentic birth certificate.

Documents Relating to Marital Status

Applicants must provide documentation to prove their marital status. The following documents are described for each material status:

• Single (Never Married): No documentation is required if you are single (never married).
• Married: A legitimate marriage certificate is required if you are married.
• Common-Law Partnership: Evidence of a collaboration.
• Divorced: A divorce certificate for each divorce in which the candidate has been involved.
• Widowed: An authentic marriage certificate and an official death certificate are required for widows.

Depending on their unique circumstances, candidates may be asked to produce a variety of documents. An applicant who has divorced one spouse and wedded another, for example, must present both their divorce certificate and their new marriage certificate.

Language Test Outcomes

Applicants must submit a copy of their official language test results. Some language testing centers immediately report these findings to IRCC. In other circumstances, candidates will be required to provide their own results.

Work Experience Documents

Candidates must submit papers proving the work experience listed on their Express Entry Profile. This includes the following:

• Employment recommendation letters
• Payslip examples, if relevant,
• copies of employment contracts

Documents for Education

Applicants must submit educational records that substantiate the education credentials listed on their Express Entry Profile. This includes the following:

• A duplicate of each degree, diploma, and certificate for which they have claimed education points.
• A copy of their high school, university, and college transcripts.
• Report on the Education Credential Assessment (ECA). It is necessary to have the original copy.

Evidence of Funds

Candidates must demonstrate that they have the means to relocate to Canada and maintain themselves. The minimum settlement money requirement varies on a regular basis, therefore candidates must check the Government of Canada website to ensure they have enough cash.

These applicants must give proof in the form of formal letters from their banks or other financial organizations where their funds are kept.

Medical Examination

After acquiring their ITA, applicants will be required to undertake a medical examination. They must submit their exam results together with their application.

Police Clearance Certificate

Candidates must obtain and submit a police clearance certificate from their country of residence with their application. It may take several weeks or months to get this certificate. As a result, applicants must plan ahead of time.

Photographs

Applicants must submit two digital photographs of themselves and any family members accompanying them.

Fee Payment Proof

Processing fees must be paid and proof of payment must be provided by applicants.

Provincial Nomination

Candidates who have been nominated by the province must include a copy of the nomination with their application.

Proof of Relatives

Applicants who have claimed Express Entry points because they have relatives in Canada must produce proof of relationship. This includes the following:

• Proof of Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status for the relative.
• They must be the candidate’s family.
• Evidence that the relative is currently living in Canada. Bank statements or utility bills can be used to offer this information.

2. Application Submission

After gathering the aforementioned documents, the applicant can complete their Application for Permanent Resident (eAPR) and submit it online through IRCC’s web page along with supporting documents.

3. Following Submission

Most applications are normally processed by IRCC within six months. During this period, they may also invite candidates to an interview. Please check this excellent tool on the IRCC’s website for the most recent processing times.

Successful candidates will be issued a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR). Before entering Canada, IRCC will provide guidance on how to proceed.

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