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Immigrating from India to Canada — Expert RCIC Guidance

India is Canada's largest source country for new permanent residents. Our Licensed RCIC — who speaks Punjabi and understands Indian credentials and documents — guides you through every step of your Canadian immigration journey.

Punjabi & Hindi Speaking RCIC
ECA & Indian Document Expertise
Licensed RCIC — CICC #R710447

Your Pathways from India to Canadian Permanent Residence

India consistently ranks as Canada's top source country for new permanent residents. Whether you are a skilled professional, a student, or a family member of someone already in Canada, there are multiple well-established pathways available to you.

India-Specific Requirements for Canadian Immigration

We understand the specific documents and processes unique to Indian applicants. Here is what you typically need to prepare:

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

If you completed your degree in India, you must get an ECA from a IRCC-designated body to have it recognized in Canada. Common options:

  • WES (World Education Services) — most widely accepted
  • ICES (International Credential Evaluation Service)
  • Pharmacy or medical degrees: PEBC, MCC assessment

Language Test (IELTS / CELPIP)

A language test score is required for Express Entry and most other pathways. For Indian applicants:

  • IELTS General Training — accepted across India, wide test centre network
  • CLB 7 is the minimum for Federal Skilled Worker eligibility — use IRCC's official language conversion table for your exact score requirement
  • Higher CLB levels earn more CRS language points — CLB 9 and above awards maximum points

Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

Required for most immigration applications. Indian applicants can obtain a PCC through:

  • Passport Seva portal — online PCC application
  • Indian High Commission (if living abroad)
  • Required from every country lived in for 6+ months since age 18

Other Key Indian Documents

  • Degree certificates & mark sheets (originals for ECA)
  • Experience letters, appointment letters, payslips (for work history)
  • Marriage certificate from marriage registrar (for spousal sponsorship)
  • Birth certificates from state registrar or hospital
  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond intended travel)
  • Aadhar card, PAN card (as identity support documents)

Why Indian Clients Choose A2B Immigration

Punjabi & Hindi Speaking

Our RCIC Harpreet Grewal speaks Punjabi and Hindi — you can discuss your case comfortably in your own language.

Indian Document Expertise

We know which Indian certificates IRCC requires, how to verify them, and how to handle document discrepancies common in Indian records.

Strong Indian Community Roots

Based in Mississauga — home to one of Canada's largest South Asian communities — we understand your immigration goals deeply.

Clients Who Made It from India to Canada

"I was worried about my WES assessment and police clearance from India delaying everything. Harpreet guided me through each document step by step. We got the ITA within 3 months of submitting my Express Entry profile, and my PR came through in 5 months. Beyond grateful!"

Rajesh K.

Punjab, India → Express Entry PR (FSW)

"My parents were waiting in India while I arranged the Super Visa and then sponsored them. A2B handled the entire application — even helped us sort out a date discrepancy on my father's birth certificate. My parents are now with me in Mississauga."

Simran D.

Maharashtra, India → Parents Sponsored (Super Visa + PGP)

Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada

Do I need an ECA for my Indian degree for Express Entry?

Yes. If you completed your degree in India, you need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from a designated organization such as WES or ICES. The ECA confirms your Indian degree is equivalent to a Canadian credential and awards the appropriate education points in your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. We can advise you which ECA body is best for your specific degree field.

How do I get a police clearance certificate from India for Canadian immigration?

For Canadian immigration, you can apply for an Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) through the Passport Seva portal online (recommended) or in person at a passport seva kendra. If you are already in Canada or abroad, you can apply through the Indian consulate or high commission. Your RCIC will confirm which type of PCC IRCC requires for your specific application, as requirements can vary.

What is the PGWP and how does it help Indian students get Canadian PR?

After completing an eligible program at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada, qualifying students — including Indian nationals — may apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). PGWP eligibility and length now depend on your program, field of study, and other IRCC-set factors. Canadian work experience gained on a PGWP can then qualify you for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) stream of Express Entry — one of the most direct paths from student life to permanent residence. An RCIC can confirm whether your specific program qualifies.

Can I sponsor my parents in India to come to Canada?

Yes, if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you may sponsor your parents or grandparents through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), which opens annually via a randomized interest-to-sponsor process. Income requirements apply (30% above Canada's Low Income Cut-Off for 3 consecutive years). While waiting, your parents can visit Canada for extended periods on a Super Visa — up to 5 years per entry.

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