Question 1

How do I know which immigration program fits me?

Accepted Answer

We start with a short intake to understand your goals, education, language, and work history. Based on that, we map options (e.g., Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship, study-to- PR ...etc ) and outline timelines, costs, and risks.

Question 2

What is “maintained status”?

Accepted Answer

If you apply to extend before your status expires, you can stay (and keep working/studying if applicable) under the same conditions until IRCC decides.

Question 3

What if my status expired?

Accepted Answer

You may apply for restoration within a set period if you meet conditions. Don’t work or study until restored and authorized.

Question 4

Can I travel outside Canada while my PR/permit application is processing?

Accepted Answer

Often yes, but you must maintain a valid TRV/eTA to re-enter and ensure you remain eligible.

Question 5

My application was refused—what are my options?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the case: re-apply with stronger evidence, request reconsideration, or seek judicial review at Federal Court. Some PR refusals allow IAD appeals.

Question 6

CBSA canceled/refused my work permit at the border—can I appeal?

Accepted Answer

There’s usually no statutory appeal for temporary resident decisions at the POE. Options include re-applying or judicial review (tight deadlines). Bring us the documents right away.

Question 7

What is a PNP and why consider it?

Accepted Answer

PNPs let provinces select candidates to meet local labour needs. A provincial nomination adds +600 CRS to your Express Entry score.

Question 8

What is Express Entry?

Accepted Answer

Express Entry is an online system that ranks candidates for certain economic programs (CEC/FSW/FST) using the CRS score. Invitations to Apply (ITA) are issued to top-ranked candidates. Candidates can then apply for Canadian Permanent Residency.

Question 9

What happens after I receive an ITA?

Accepted Answer

You submit full forms and documents, pay fees, provide biometrics/medical, and await AOR and processing. Finalization is via the PR Portal (Portal 1 & 2).

Question 10

Express Entry - Does my foreign experience need to match my Canadian job?

Accepted Answer

For FSW eligibility, your qualifying foreign work must match your primary NOC (TEER 0–3). For CEC eligibility and CRS points, same-NOC matching isn’t required as long as the work is skilled (TEER 0–3).

Question 11

How can I increase my CRS?

Accepted Answer

Improved language scores (IELTS/CELPIP/TEF), more skilled work experience, higher education/ECA , provincial nomination (+600), or French bonuses (NCLC 7+).

KA SHEK
IMMIGRATION AND EDUCATION

FAQ

How do I know which immigration program fits me?

What is “maintained status”?

What if my status expired?

Can I travel outside Canada while my PR/permit application is processing?

My application was refused—what are my options?

CBSA canceled/refused my work permit at the border—can I appeal?

What is a PNP and why consider it?

What is Express Entry?

What happens after I receive an ITA?

Express Entry - Does my foreign experience need to match my Canadian job?

How can I increase my CRS?

CONTACT US

Office Location:
7030 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 500,
Markham, Ontario
L3R 6G2
By Appointment only

Email: info@kashek-immigration.com
Phone: CA: +(1) 437 436 8838
HK: +(852) 9500 9924

KA SHEK CANADA IMMIGRATION AND EDUCATION CONSULTANCY

KA SHEK IMMIGRATION AND EDUCATION

FAQ

How do I know which immigration program fits me?

What is “maintained status”?

What if my status expired?

Can I travel outside Canada while my PR/permit application is processing?

My application was refused—what are my options?

CBSA canceled/refused my work permit at the border—can I appeal?

What is a PNP and why consider it?

What is Express Entry?

What happens after I receive an ITA?

Express Entry - Does my foreign experience need to match my Canadian job?

How can I increase my CRS?

CONTACT US

Office Location: 7030 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 500, Markham, Ontario L3R 6G2 By Appointment only Email: info@kashek-immigration.com Phone: CA: +(1) 437 436 8838 HK: +(852) 9500 9924

KA SHEK CANADA IMMIGRATION AND EDUCATION CONSULTANCY

KA SHEK
IMMIGRATION AND EDUCATION

Office Location:
7030 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 500,
Markham, Ontario
L3R 6G2
By Appointment only

Email: info@kashek-immigration.com
Phone: CA: +(1) 437 436 8838
HK: +(852) 9500 9924