Invitation To Apply

The concluding stage of the Express Entry process is receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). It’s a major step towards becoming a legal citizen of Canada and settling down there.

The computerised version of the “Application for Permanent Residence,” also known as a “Invitation to Submit,” is a related term (eAPR). The eAPR is crucial because it serves as proof of the information you provided for the Express Entry system.

What is an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

Getting an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through the Express Entry method indicates that your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) number was equal to or higher than the minimum required for that draw. As a rough approximation, an ITA can be thought of as a petition for Canadian citizenship.

You need to be qualified for and submit an application through the Express Entry system before you can even consider receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

 

We’ll go over the prerequisites and what you’ll need to know below.

How will i get an Invitation to Apply?

Step 1: Let’s See If You’re Eligible

In order to apply to any of the three Canada Express Entry programmes, you must first complete out a questionnaire that should take you no more than 15 minutes. It will notify the government which assistance programme you qualify for based on the information you provide.

Step 2: Create Online Profile

Assuming you pass the initial screening, the next step is to make an Express Entry page on the website. To finish your biography, you will need to provide the following information:
• Passport
ECA reports
Language results (Tests)
Certificate of qualification in a trade occupation.
Letters of work experience
PNP
Funds Proofs

Once your application is received, it will be added to a group of others who meet the requirements. The CRS will rank you based on a variety of variables, including your schooling and job history.

  1. Be Invited to Submit an Application

You will be issued an ITA and be eligible to file for permanent residency in Canada if your Comprehensive Ranking System score is equal to or higher than the cutoff number for that Express Entry draw. This drawing process may occur as frequently as once every two weeks. The offer is good for 60 days, so it’s critical that the next step be taken within that time frame.

When I receive a Request to Submit, what will the next steps be?

You have 60 days to fill out the web form, as was previously stated. To save time once you obtain your ITA and go to complete out the online form, it’s a good idea to have everything you’ll need on hand. After getting an invitation to apply for permanent residency in Canada, you will need to submit duplicates of the following papers in addition to those already uploaded to your Express Entry profile.

  •     Police certificates;
  •     Medical exams;
  •     Proof of funds;
  •     Birth certificate, if you’re declaring dependant children;
  •     Use of a representative for – required if you’ve hired a representative;
  •     Common-law union form 
  •     Marriage certificate
  •     Divorce certificate and legal separation agreement
  •     Death certificate – required if you are “widowed”;
  •     Adoption certificate

Additional paperwork might be needed from you depending on the school you’re trying to get into:

  •     Proof of relationship
  •     Digital photos
  •     Another name to confirm aliases
  •     Permission to release personal information to an individual form.

An ITA can be issued to you anywhere from a few days to few weeks after you enter the Canada Express Entry pool, depending on your ranking within the pool.

What will happen I’m not invited to apply?

If you don’t get in on your first attempt using Express Entry, don’t worry; your registration will stay active for another year. To enhance your odds of being offered an ITA in the upcoming Express Entry draws, you should work on raising your CRS number now.

How can I raise my CRS so that I can qualify for an ITA?

One’s chances of being granted an ITA increase in proportion to the CRS number held. Waiting for the next draw doesn’t mean you have to waste time; instead, you can work to improve your CRS score. Here are just a few examples:
1. Score higher than 8 on your Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) test;

2. Get experience working in Canada;

3. Get a canadian job offer
4. Secure a Provincial Nomination (PN).

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frequently asked questions

An Invitation to Apply (ITA) is a document issued by the Canadian government to an Express Entry candidate, indicating that they have been selected from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residency in Canada.

Express Entry candidates who rank highly in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) will be selected and invited to apply for permanent residency in Canada. Invitations are issued through regular draws from the Express Entry pool.

The processing time for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) can vary, but typically takes 6 to 12 months. The processing time will depend on the individual case and the government’s processing priorities at the time.

Once an Express Entry candidate has received an Invitation to Apply (ITA), they will have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residency in Canada, including all required supporting documents.

No, there is no appeal process for decisions made on Invitations to Apply (ITA) in the Express Entry program. It is important to ensure that all information provided in the Express Entry Profile and application is accurate and complete to increase the chances of a successful outcome.

frequently asked questions

What is an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency in Canada?

An Invitation to Apply (ITA) is a document issued by the Canadian government to an Express Entry candidate, indicating that they have been selected from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residency in Canada.

How does an Express Entry candidate receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

Express Entry candidates who rank highly in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) will be selected and invited to apply for permanent residency in Canada. Invitations are issued through regular draws from the Express Entry pool.

What is the timeline for processing an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

The processing time for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) can vary, but typically takes 6 to 12 months. The processing time will depend on the individual case and the government's processing priorities at the time.

What happens after an Express Entry candidate receives an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

Once an Express Entry candidate has received an Invitation to Apply (ITA), they will have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residency in Canada, including all required supporting documents.

Can an Express Entry candidate appeal a decision on their Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

No, there is no appeal process for decisions made on Invitations to Apply (ITA) in the Express Entry program. It is important to ensure that all information provided in the Express Entry Profile and application is accurate and complete to increase the chances of a successful outcome.

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