Quebec-selected skilled workers: How to apply

Applying to immigrate to the province of Quebec is straightforward. Follow the steps eight described below.

1. Obtain a Quebec Certificate of Selection.
2. Obtain and print the correct application package .
3. Complete the application.
4. Determine where you must submit your application.
5. Obtain the instructions for the visa office where you will submit your application.
6. Calculate your fees.
7. Check your application.
8. Submit your application.

1. Obtain a Quebec certificate of selection.

Visit the website of the Quebec ministry that handles immigration for more information on how to obtain a certificate. You will find a link in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page.

2. Obtain and print the correct application package.

The package includes the application guide and all the forms you need to fill out. Download and print the application package.

3. Complete your application.

• Fill out and sign the forms. Most forms can be completed on your computer. Print the forms after you complete them, because you cannot save them on your computer.
• If you do not want to complete the forms on your computer, you can complete them by hand. Print clearly, using black ink. You can also use a typewriter.
• Answer all questions carefully, completely and truthfully. Incomplete application packages will not be processed and will be returned to you.
• You must complete all the forms:
• Application for Permanent Residence in Canada
  • Schedule 1: Background/Declaration
  • Schedule 5: Declaration of Intent to Reside in Quebec
  • Additional Family Information
  • Use of a Representative. It is not mandatory to fill out this form. You must complete this form only if you want to use a representative to help you apply. Using a representative is a personal choice. Find out more about using immigration representatives.

4. Determine where you must submit your application.

You must submit your application to the correct visa office. That is the visa office that serves your country of nationality or the country where you have been legally admitted for at least one year.

You can find a list of countries and corresponding visa offices in the I Need To… on the right-hand section of this page. Select your country of residence or citizenship and you will be directed to the visa office responsible for your application. You must check the website of the visa office where you will submit your application, since application procedures may vary slightly from one visa office to another.

5. Obtain the instructions for the visa office where you will submit your application.

You can find the visa office instructions you need in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page. Print the forms and instructions required for that specific visa office. The instructions include information on medical examinations and the criminal and security checks you and your dependants will have to undergo. More information on both of these topics is available in the I Need To… section on the right-hand side of this page.

6. Calculate your fees.

You will have to pay the following fees:

• The processing fee for you and your dependants must be paid when you apply. It is not refundable, even if your application is not approved.
• Wait until your application is processed to pay the Right of Permanent Residence fee for you and your accompanying spouse or common-law partner, if applicable. It must be paid before Citizenship and Immigration Canada issues your permanent resident visa. This fee is refundable if you cancel your application, if your application is not approved or if you do not use your visa.

You will also have to pay fees to third parties for:

• your medical examination
• a police certificate, if you require one as part of your criminal and security check, and
• language testing, as required.

Information on how to pay your processing fee and your Right of Permanent Residence fee is included in the instructions for the visa office where you submit your application.

More information on fees is available in the I Need To… section on the right-hand side of this page.

7. Check your application.

Make sure your application is completed correctly, and that you include all the necessary supporting documentation. Use the checklist that is included in the guide (Appendix A) to make sure you have not forgotten anything.

The visa office cannot process your application if supporting documentation or processing fees are missing, or if your forms are not completed and signed. This will delay your application.

8. Submit your application.

Mail your application and your fees to the appropriate Canadian visa office.

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Related Links

• Immigrating to Quebec (ministère de l’Immigration et des Communauté culturelles)
• Application to work in Quebec as a skilled worker
• Visa office instructions