Which countries allow permanent residency (PR) visa directly from their home countries?

There are several countries that authorize permanent residency (PR) visa applications from home countries. Some popular countries are Canada, Australia, and Cyprus. To apply for a PR visa from your home country, you must fulfill the standard eligibility criteria, such as work experience, educational qualification, and ties with the country, and submit the necessary documents for the visa. 

Key points about PR visas applied from home country

• No need to relocate for the application

• Apply online for a PR visa

• Eligibility requirements vary for each country
   

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Which countries offer PR visa from home countries?

Some countries that allow individuals to apply for PR visas from their home countries are mentioned below.

• Canada PR
• Australia PR
• Cyprus

Canada offers a streamlined process for PR visa applications, making it one of the most popular choices for permanent residency. To apply for permanent residence in Canada, you must submit a profile in Canada Express Entry, an online system used to evaluate the candidate's profile for PR. 

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Eligibility requirements for PR visa from your home country

The standard eligibility criteria for applying directly from your home country are below. You must: 

• Be below the age for OR visa application as specified by the country
• Be employed in an in-demand sector of the country
• Qualify the skill assessment
• Have the required work Experience in your nominated occupation 
• Have the required proficiency in the English language 
• Get the minimum points required in a country that uses the point-based system for immigration
• Have adequate funds to sponsor yourself in the country
• Have a good health certificate
• No criminal records

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Steps to apply for a PR visa from your home country 

The step-by-step procedure to apply for a PR visa from your home country is given below.

Step 1: Research the country you want to migrate to and check your eligibility for its PR visa.

Step 2: Organize all the required documents for the PR visa application.

Step 3: Submit the duly filled form for the PR visa.

Step 4: Wait for the decision on your application.

Step 5: Obtain your PR and fly to the country. 
 

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