Attention all prospective Canadian immigrants: significant changes are on the horizon regarding the application fees for permanent residency.
Starting from 9 AM EST on April 30, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will increase the fees required to process Permanent Residence (PR) applications.
These adjustments are essential to accommodate the rising operational costs faced by the government in managing these applications.
Overview of the Fee Increase
Canada evaluates its PR processing fees every two years and adjusts them to align with inflationary pressures. The forthcoming increase marks a critical update that prospective applicants must consider as they plan their immigration journey.
Canada Permanent Residence Application New Fee Structure
Here’s a breakdown of the new fee structure effective from April 30, 2024:
- Economic Classes (including Express Entry, Provincial Nominees, Atlantic Immigration, Rural & Northern, Agri-Food Pilot):
- Principal applicant & spouse/common-law partner: The current fee is $850; it will increase to $950.
- Accompanying child: The current fee is $230; it will increase to $260.
- Family Sponsorship (Spouses, common-law partners, children, parents & grandparents, and other relatives):
- Principal applicant & spouse/common-law partner: The current fee is $565; it will increase to $630.
- Accompanying child: The current fee is $155; it will increase to $175.
- Child as principal applicant: The current fee is $150; it will increase to $170.
- Caregivers (Home Child Provider & Home Support Worker):
- Principal applicant & spouse/common-law partner: The current fee is $570; it will increase to $635.
- Accompanying child: The current fee is $155; it will increase to $175.
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
In addition to application fees, the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) is also increasing. This fee, which is payable only by the principal applicant and their accompanying spouse or partner, will rise from $515 per adult to $575 per adult. This fee supports services like settlement assistance and language classes for newcomers.
How to Pay Your PR Application Fees
Paying your application fees is a straightforward process that is done entirely online through the IRCC website. Here’s how you can handle the payment based on the type of application:
- Express Entry Applicants: You pay your fees when you submit your application. After filling out your application, you’ll be directed to a payment page where you can pay using a credit or debit card. This must be completed before your application can enter the processing queue.
- Other PR Applications: For other types of PR applications, you’ll first need to pay through the IRCC payment portal and obtain a PDF receipt of your fee payment. This receipt must be uploaded along with your other supporting documents during your application submission.
Preparing for the Fee Increase
With these changes set to take effect soon, all potential applicants must be aware of the new costs and budget accordingly. Ensure that you have the necessary funds available to cover the increased fees to avoid any delays in your application process.
The Way Immigration has a long-standing history of successfully assisting clients with their Canadian Permanent Residence applications since 2008. If you need expert guidance to navigate through these new fee structures and ensure your application is completed accurately and efficiently, do not hesitate to contact us. Our team of experienced immigration consultants is here to support you every step of the way.
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