Pakistan: Canadian immigration information
Country code: PK · Recent PR admissions to Canada: ~22,300 (2023: 11,800 / 2024: 10,500)
Permanent residence admissions from Pakistan
| Year | PR admissions from Pakistan |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 11,800 |
| 2024 | 10,500 |
Source: IRCC permanent residence admissions data — open.canada.ca. Numbers are directional and rounded.
Programs IRCC offers to applicants from Pakistan
- Express Entry — FSW
- SINP, OINP, MPNP
- Study Permit
NOC occupations IRCC commonly admits from Pakistan
Pakistan-specific factors IRCC considers
- Police certificate from local police station + NADRA — district-level documentation.
- HEC attestation required for degree verification before WES/IQAS.
- IELTS centres in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad.
- PKR volatility — proof of funds typically in USD.
Police certificate
PCC from local police station + NADRA verification; some districts require additional clearances.
ECA / credential evaluation
Higher Education Commission (HEC) attestation required first. WES is the most common provider.
Visa Application Centres (VAC)
- Islamabad
- Karachi
- Lahore
Canadian embassy / high commission
High Commission of Canada, Diplomatic Enclave, Sector G-5, Islamabad.
Common information requests from Pakistan
- study permit Pakistan processing
- spouse sponsorship Pakistan
- biometrics Pakistan Canada
- Canada PR from Pakistan engineer
Pakistan → Canada immigration pathways
Express Entry
Federal economic immigration to Canada via FSW, CEC or FST under Express Entry.
Study Permit
Apply for a Canadian study permit to attend a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
Work Permit
Canadian work permit options — LMIA-based or LMIA-exempt under the International Mobility Program.
Spousal Sponsorship
Sponsor your spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner for permanent residence.
Visitor Visa (TRV)
Apply for a Temporary Resident Visa to visit Canada for tourism, family, or business.
Police Certificate
Country-specific guidance for obtaining a police certificate accepted by IRCC.
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