Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada facilitates the arrival of immigrants, provides protection to refugees, and offers programming to help newcomers settle in Canada. It also:
- grants citizenship and
- issues travel documents (such as passports) to Canadians.
Residents of Hong Kong
You may qualify for special measures to come to Canada, including
- an open work permit for Hong Kong recent graduates
- pathways to permanent residence for eligible Hong Kong residents who are currently in Canada
- priority processing
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Help Centre
Find quick and direct answers to your questions, including how to complete application forms, extend visas and permits, and replace lost documents.
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Remind visiting friends and family to apply early for their visa or eTA
Encourage your international guests to check Canada’s entry requirements and apply early if they need a visa or eTA.
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Express Entry
Express Entry provides a faster way for skilled workers to settle in Canada.
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