questions regarding Immigration to Canada

Hi Daisy,

I have some question regarding immigration...

- I am a Canadian citizen (non-resident) living in Hong Kong since 2003, working as a software engineer. I have worked in Canada after graduation from UBC for 3.5 years.

- I will be getting married in Jan 2007 and we would like to move back to Canada after marriage. He is working as a system analyst for 7 years, have a Master degree from Hong Kong University.

We have 2 options:
1) Family Class Immigration
- But I need to show evidence of intention to move back to Canada, what kind of proof is needed? I do not have any property in Hong Kong or Canada. I am not going to study. We plan to stay in my parents' house when we move back, so we don't need to rent a home for that... Please help to clarify what other proof can serve the purpose??
- Can we move back to Canada after the immigration is approved or I have to go back and find a stable job (for income proof) before I can submit an application??

2) Skilled Worker Class Immigration
- What is the passing mark?
- How long does it usually takes?? Is it a lot longer than thru Family Class Immigration??
- But then we could move back together??

A million thanks advance for your valuable advise

Yours,
Jasmine

朱小燕回覆

Hi, Jasmine:

1) Family Class Immigration

- It is suggested that a rental agreement be signed with your parents or an agreement be signed waving rental payment(s);

- Yes, you need to meet the income test for all family members under R133(j).

If interest earned from your savings meet the test, you may spponsor your spouse wihtout getting employment in Canada. However, this must be Canadian income ;

2) 67 is the threshold;

It takes more than 3 years for federal skill worker program to process, much longer than sponsorship;

After being married, your husband may stay in Canada as a visitor and waiting for your nomination under sponsorship to go through.

Please do check my articles on the same issue I wrote in this Block.

God Bless!

Daisy
September 17, 2006