Every year, new immigrants continue to arrive in Israel. Simultaneously, both veteran and new Israelis make their way abroad for studies, temporary work, or as immigrants. One of the most sought-after destinations is Canada, the peaceful northern neighbor of the United States. Immigration to Canada or immigration to Israel – there are quite a few differences between the two, and we will discuss them below.
Some Things About Immigration to Israel
Before we answer the interesting question of how to immigrate to Canada, let’s start with a few words about an immigration lawyer for Israel. The relatively simple immigration is immigration under the Law of Return. Anyone who can prove their Jewishness with official documents will receive citizenship fairly quickly and without particular difficulties. There is also immigration of foreign nationals who have married Israelis, for whom there is a longer path to citizenship (prior to that, residency permits can be obtained). It is worth noting the distinction between the common term “foreign workers,” many of whom reside in the country irregularly, and foreign workers who are here for a defined and limited period, not as immigrants. In special cases, there is also the possibility of absorbing immigrants for humanitarian reasons through a unique process.
Immigration for Family Members
Immigration to Canada based on family allows those with relatives in Canada to apply for a visa or permanent residency. Canada offers several options to immigrate based on family ties, including:
- Arranging permanent residency for family members: If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor your family members (such as a spouse, children, parents, siblings) to immigrate to Canada and be eligible for permanent residency.
- Sponsorship: A Canadian citizen or permanent resident can act as a sponsor for their family members. The sponsor commits to providing financial support to the family members for a certain period after their arrival in Canada.
- Types of Families:
- Spouse: You can apply for sponsorship for your spouse (married or common-law, including same-sex partners).
- Children: Dependent children (up to age 22) can immigrate under sponsorship.
- Parents and Grandparents: There are programs that allow first-degree family members such as parents and grandparents to obtain permanent residency, but this is a more complex process and sometimes with restrictive conditions.
- Process Requirements: Each sponsorship application requires completing forms, providing proof of the family relationship, and demonstrating the sponsor’s financial ability to ensure financial support. Additionally, all family members who are due to arrive must undergo medical examinations and criminal background checks.
Immigration as Professionals, Entrepreneurs, and Investors
Not many seek to obtain Israeli citizenship by virtue of being wealthy or entrepreneurs. In Canada, on the other hand, many facilitations are made for immigrants who can greatly benefit the local economy. Immigration to Canada and applying for a visa as investors or entrepreneurs is quite common. Professionals in preferred and in-demand occupations also receive facilitations and can obtain residency permits and later citizenship. It is important to note that it is sometimes advisable to check for specific provinces in Canada that need skilled or senior professionals in business fields (this can be referred to as provincial immigration).
A common aspect of both immigration to Canada and immigration to Israel is that it is sometimes a good idea to seek the assistance of an immigration consultant who is knowledgeable in residency and immigration matters.
Here, we have touched on a few issues briefly, but an immigration consultant is knowledgeable in additional, diverse aspects that can greatly facilitate and even overcome various bureaucratic obstacles, technical difficulties, and shorten processes.
