Posted on May 25 2024

What is the Canada PR processing time?

By
Anshul Singhal
, Editor

Updated May 25 2024

What is the Canada PR processing time?

The Canada PR has a processing time of 6 to 8 months. The processing time varies as it is based on several factors like the type of application, immigration program, applicant's nationality, and completeness of the application.

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Phase-wise, Canada PR processing time and costs

The table below consists of the phase-wise processes and costs.

Phase-wise process timelines & costs
Phase	Process	Description	Designated Authority	TAT (Turn Around Time)	Fees Applicable
Phase 1	Step 1	An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is used to verify your foreign education is valid and equal to a completed credential in Canada. It is valid for 5 years.	WES	6-8 Weeks	CAD$305
					[CAD$ 220 for report + CAD$ 85 for international courier]
					CAD$ 275
			IQAS	20 Weeks	[CAD$ 260 for report + CAD$ 75 for international courier]
					CAD$ 335
					[CAD$ 260 for report + CAD$ 85 for international courier]
			ICAS	20 Weeks	CAD$ 345
			ICAS	20 Weeks	[CAD$ 280 for report + CAD$ 75 for international courier]
			ICES	8 – 10 Weeks	CAD$ 210 + CAD$ 102 for Courier
					CAD$ 310 Fee + CAD$ 190 SVR + CAD$ 120 for ECA
					CAD$ 340 Fee + CAD$ 685 Evaluation
			CES	12 Weeks	IELTS: INR 15,500
			MCC (Doctors)	15 Weeks	CELPIP: INR 10,845 [plus taxes]
			PEBC (Pharmacists)	15 Weeks	TEF: variable
	Step 2	English or French Language Test	IELTS /CELPIP /TEF	Within 4 weeks	No Fee
					Varies based on Provinces.
					Application Fees per Applicant – CAD$ 850
Phase 2	Step 1	EOI – Expression Of Interest	IRCC	Your Profile will be valid for 12 months.	RPRF Fees for Applicant & Spouse – CAD$ 515
Phase 2	Step 2	PNP – Provincial Nomination Program	Provincial Authorities	Varies based on Provinces	Biometrics – CAD$ 85 per person
Phase 3	Step 1	Invitation To Apply – ITA	Main Applicant + Spouse + Children	60 Days	Medical Fee – As applicable
Phase 3	Step 2	Passport Submission and PR Visa	Main Applicant + Spouse + Children	Up to 30 days	VFS fee as applicable