Are you a Nigerian wondering how possible it is to immigrate to Canada from Nigeria?
Immigrating to Canada from Nigeria is not easy but its absolutely possible and with the right information you can navigate easily without hassle.
This article will educate you on how to immigrate to Canada from Nigeria, this will simply the whole process for you and help you achieve your aim easily.
With insecurities and other challenges faced by Nigerians, the desire to leave the country is alarmingly very high. Most Nigerians are looking for countries like Canada that has grown exponentially and have lucrative opportunities that are missing in Nigeria.
Canada is a country with so many opportunities, easy access to quality health and the demand for skilled workers is high as a great percentage of its citizens are retirees.
Several programs set up by the Canadian government simplifies the whole process hence skilled immigrants have several options to choose from when it comes to migrating to Canada.
Canada’s interest when it comes to migration is what a person can offer other than where they are coming from, this means that as a Nigerian with skills, you won’t have much issues migrating to Canada as the Canadian government is interested in those that will cone to Canada and contribute towards its growth.
Reasons To Migrate To Canada
Employment Opportunities : One challenging factor experienced by Nigerian youth is the unavailability of jobs. After graduation, the desire to get a good paying job is only a mirage for thousands of Nigeria, those who are lucky to get any, simply take those jobs to avoid being home. The unemployment rate in Nigeria is alarmingly high despite the fact that Nigeria is the giant of Africa.
As a Nigeria immigrating to Canada can be the easiest way of making your dreams come true. You get lucrative job offers while enjoying quality life style.
Security: Insecurity has crumbled so many sectors in Nigeria and this has led to fear among its citizens. The fear of losing all you’ve worked for at the out break of one terror group or the other has led to underdevelopment. Insecurity is limiting as it prevent a great number of Nigerians from leaving out their potential and really contributing to the growth of the country. Most Nigerian start up ends up relocating to other countries where there is security to their investment.
Canada is one of the safest countries in the world, therefore it’s a safe haven for start ups and investors.
How to Migrate to Canada from Nigeria
To the main reason for this article, here are different ways of immigrating to Canada from Nigeria and which ever one you choose, you will find yourself in Canada in no time. Below are some ways to achieve your migration to Canada from Nigeria;
- Canadian Work Permit
- Express Entry
- Provincial Nomination
- Study in Canada
Canadian Work Permit:This is one o the easiest way of migrating to Canada from Nigeria. Though it may seems difficult but it is absolutely possible and easy for one with a skill that is in high demand. Immigrating to Canada with this option requires you get an employment with a Canadian employee in a government recognized establishment.
The fun part is all this can be done while still in Nigeria, You get started by first searching for jobs online which you have the skillset for and are open to foreigners. Canada has the policy of employing its citizens first before foreigners are considered.
Once you get accepted, an employment letter is given to you from the employer and with that, you can start that your application for work permit.
A work permit is an authorization given to immigrants which allows them to work in Canada
Express Entry: The express entry program is an immigration program put in place by the Canadian government that enables skilled foreigners immigrate to Canada easily. It is based on a cumulative ranking system where applicants with the highest scores are considered and selected to receive an Invitation To Apply.
The ranking system is done with several factors considered, they include; age of applicant, educational background and so many other factors.
Applicants selected are given an invitation to apply and with that they can begin the process of processing or applying for a visa with which they can immigrate to Canada.
You must have a profile created with Express Entry before you can be part of the program, all this can be done from Nigeria.
Provincial Nomination : Provinces or territories in Canada from time to time demand certain skills in other to fill up their labour market, they look for skilled or talented individuals who will come to their province and fill up a gap that is missing.
As a skilled and talented Nigerian willing to immigrate to a certain province in Canada, then this is the right program for you.
They will have to create a profile on express entry or update an existing one with the nomination. With a nomination from any province, you get certain points on the ranking system and this improves your chances of being selected in the Express Entry pool.
Study in Canada: This is another easy way of immigrating to Canada from Nigeria. This option is for Nigerian citizens who are looking to further their education in a distant country and also for those who would want better opportunities upon graduating.
Studying in Canada doesn’t come cheap but its an investment that will be worth it overtime, you do not just get quality education, you get to experience standard lifestyle access to quality health system and the opportunity to network and communicate with people from different part of the world.
To study in Canada you begin by simply choosing a choice course, applying for the course in universities or cities of interest and upon acceptance, an offer of admission is given.
With the offer of admission, you can then apply for a study permit or visa. A study permit gives you the authorization to study in Canada and once its approved, you can then travel with your passport to Canada.
A study permit expires as soon as the course is completed and afterwards, you will have an extra 90 days to explore and thereafter leave the country.
You will agree with me now that immigrating to Canada is not an impossible feat as you were made to believe before now, all you have to do is pick a program based on your intent of travelling, gather all the necessary required documents and begin your application while making sure, there is enough fund to pay for your processing.
Filling up the application forms correctly will save you from repetition and save your funds for you. Your immigration to Canada from Nigeria has been made easy and you can absolutely achieve your aim using any of the above listed ways.
