Posted on May 25 2024
A PR visa is a permanent resident status granted to eligible candidates. Individuals with a PR visa can migrate for work and settle in the preferred country. They can study or work for four to five years depending on the validity of the visa and apply for citizenship.
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The table given below has details of the validity, processing time, and PR costs for both visas.
Factors |
Australia PR Visa |
Canada PR Visa |
Duration of stay |
5 years |
5 years |
Processing Time |
6.5 to 8 months |
Depends on the program mostly 6 to 8 months |
Total Cost |
$4640 |
2,500 CAD – 3,000 CAD. |
Australia PR is a permanent resident status granted to candidates eligible for a PR visa. They can settle and work in Australia for a period of five years. There is a possibility to apply for Australian citizenship after residing in the country for four years.
Individuals can apply for Australia PR via the following options based on their eligibility and requirements:
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There are a range of benefits for candidates applying for an Australia PR visa-
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The eligibility criteria for an Australia PR are based on the following factors:
Candidates applying for an Australian PR must meet the following requirements.
Category |
Maximum Points |
Age (25-32 years) |
30 points |
English proficiency (8 bands) |
20 points |
Work Experience outside Australia (8-10 years) |
15 points |
Work Experience in Australia (8-10 years) |
20 points |
Education (outside Australia) – Doctorate degree |
20 points |
Niche skills such as Doctorate or master’s degree by research in Australia |
10 points |
Study in a regional area |
5 points |
Accredited in community language |
5 points |
Professional year in a skilled program in Australia |
5 points |
State sponsorship (190 visa) |
5 points |
Skilled spouse or de facto partner (Age, Skills & English language requirements to be met) |
10 points |
Spouse or de facto partner with ‘competent English’ (No need to meet Skills requirement or age factor) |
5 points |
Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner or where a spouse is an Australian citizen or PR holder |
10 points |
Relative or regional sponsorship (491 visa) |
15 points |
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Canada PR is a permanent resident status granted to candidates eligible for a PR visa. They are selected upon eligibility and can enjoy the benefits similar to Canadian citizens.
*Check your eligibility to Canada with the Y-Axis Canada CRS points calculator.
Candidates applying for a Canada PR have a range of benefits which include-
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While applying for a Canada PR visa, one must meet the following criteria-
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Individuals who are applying for a Canada PR must have the following to be selected-
Category |
Maximum Points |
Age 18-35 years |
30 points |
English proficiency (6 bands) |
28 points |
Education |
Maximum 25 Points |
Work Experience |
15 points (10 points for the main applicant) + (5 Points for the dependent) |
Secured Employment in Canada (Duration of one year) |
10 Points |
Adaptability
|
25 Points |
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