Immigrate to Canada from the UK: Legal Support from a Specialized Immigration Lawyer
Planning your next move to Canada from UK? Make the process easier with the help of our experienced immigration experts from Total Law.
We are experts in Canadian immigration and can help with your case today. Call us on 0333 305 9375 or contact us online today.
Why Choose Total Law For Your Move to Canada?
Trustworthy Immigration Professionals
We have extensive experience working in Canadian and international immigration law.
Solution-Led Consultations
Our lawyers work with you to help find the best route forward for you and your family.
Friendly, Empathetic Service
Our team are committed to delivering friendly, high-quality service that prioritises your needs.
Why Choose Our Canada Immigration Lawyers?
Moving to a new country can be a daunting task, involving significant planning, work and coordination.
For UK citizens looking to move to Canada, this can represent months or even years of work, as well as significant expense. This can be even worse if your initial application is refused for any reason, as it can essentially mean doubling the amount of time and money spent trying to successfully emigrate.
Total Law can help make this process easier. We understand the imperative that many people feel to get their applications right the first time, given what can be at stake.
Whether you’re looking to kick-start a new career in Canada, reuniting with family members or loved ones or just looking to start a new chapter of your life in a new country, we know how important it is to ensure peace of mind.
Our team of CICC-registered legal experts can provide you with knowledge and advice sourced from our decades’ worth of experience working in immigration law. Don’t hesitate to get in touch to assure your next move to Canada today.
Call us on 0333 305 9375 or contact us online for immediate help and support.
Whatever Your Case, We Can Help
Hundreds of thousands of people move to Canada every year for a variety of reasons. Below are some of the most common cases that we can help with.
Canada has a wide variety of permanent immigration schemes for those aiming to immigrate to Canada from UK and make it their new home. These include the three Express Entry Programmes, which are geared towards those with skilled work experience.
There are also family sponsorship routes for those with existing family ties to Canada, as well as region-specific programmes that target specific Canadian provinces.
For those aiming to Immigrate to Canada from UK temporarily, Canada offers several options, including dedicated permits for general workers, graduates, seasonal workers, and working holiday participants.
Even if your stay is a temporary one, Total Law’s immigration lawyers can help ensure that your journey to Canada goes smoothly.
Canada has a well-regarded education system and a sizeable international student population, which makes it a perennial favourite for international study.
Total Law can help support your studies by giving expert help and advice on how to apply for a permit. We can also advise you on post-study options if you wish to stay in Canada after you graduate.
The final step in becoming a Canadian, citizenship will afford you all the rights and benefits that millions of Canadians already get to enjoy, including access to social welfare, the right to vote and unrestricted travel rights.
The road to citizenship can be a long and difficult one. However, Total Law’s advisers can make the process easy through simple to follow, actionable steps to get you where you need to go.
Reach Out to Us for Advice and Support for Your Move to Canada
With Total Law, you can have confidence that your case will be handled by a CICC-registered immigration professional. All of our team are highly invested in delivering the best standard of care to our clients as possible, ensuring you get the best quality of advice possible.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to start your journey to Canada today. Call us on 0333 305 9375 or contact us online for help.
What Is the Benefit of Hiring a Canada Immigration Lawyer?
Canada famously has one of the most strict and complex immigration systems in the world, which means that potential applicants must meet a large number of eligibility criteria in order to be considered for acceptance.
This is especially the case for Express Entry programmes, which have a lengthy process involving a score-based ranking system and a selection pool where only the best candidates get chosen.
With Total Law, our advisers can help demystify the entire process and help get your application up to the standard required for Canadian immigration. We can:
- Clearly set out the eligibility criteria for your chosen immigration pathway and give you actionable steps to help you meet them.
- Give you a realistic timeline for your application so you know exactly what you have to do, when.
- Ensure that your application package is completed exactly to IRCC standards, including checking and verifying your supporting documents.
- Provide compassionate, sympathetic support for your legal case throughout the process, making sure that your concerns are heard.
We provide expert legal support for various Canadian immigration cases in the UK. Speak to one of our advisers now for more information about what we could do for you; call us on 0333 305 9375 or contact us online.
Advice Package
Comprehensive immigration advice tailored to your circumstances and goals.
Application Package
Designed to make your visa application as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Fast Track Package
Premium application service that ensures your visa application is submitted to meet your deadline.
Appeal Package
Ensure you have the greatest chance of a successful appeal. We will represent you in any case.
The Advice Package
During this untimed Advice Session with our professional immigration lawyers in London, you will receive our comprehensive advice, completely tailored to your needs and your situation.
The Application Package
With our Application Package, your dedicated immigration lawyer will advise you on your application process and eligibility. Your caseworker will then complete and submit your forms to the Home Office on your behalf.
The Fast Track Package
Our Fast-Track Application Package is a premium service for those who need to submit their application in time with their deadlines. Your case will become a top priority for our lawyers and you will benefit from our highest-quality services.
The Appeal Package
By choosing our Appeal Package, you can rely on our lawyers’ legal knowledge and experience to ensure you have the highest chance of a successful appeal. We will also fully represent you in any hearings/tribunals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Canada has a universal healthcare system accessible to certain types of people including permanent residents, Canadian citizens, some foreign workers on work permits and some international students. If you are eligible then you can apply for public health insurance that will cover most healthcare services.
Not all temporary visa holders are eligible for public insurance and some temporary visa holders, such as those in Canada under the International Experience Canada Program are required to have private health insurance that covers them for their entire stay.
The cost of moving to Canada from the UK varies depending on the immigration route that you are applying for and several other factors so it can be difficult to estimate exactly how much money you will need. However, the costs that you should consider include:
- The application fee for your immigration application, including processing fees
- The permanent residence fee (if you are applying for permanent residency)
- The settlement funds you may be required to prove that you have
- The cost of transportation to Canada
- Your cost of living
- The cost of medical insurance if you are required to have it
- The cost of hiring a legal representative to assist you with your application
If you plan to bring a dependent child or partner with you to Canada then you should also consider the costs associated with this including the additional application fees.
Yes, British citizens can visit and live in Canada for up to six months without a visa. However, they need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) if arriving by air. They will need the appropriate visa or residency status to stay longer than six months.
To move to Canada from the UK using a work permit you are required to have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. However, there are ways that you can move to Canada without a job. If you plan to study in Canada then you can move to the country using a Study Permit, this does not require that you have a job but you must be enrolled at an eligible educational institution.
Another way that you can immigrate to Canada without a job is through family sponsorship, you could be eligible for this if you have a relative who has permanent residence in Canada or who is a Canadian citizen.
Yes, a British citizen can move to Canada from the UK for the purpose of work. To be able to work in Canada you will need to apply for a temporary work permit, or if you want to work in the country permanently then you could immigrate to Canada permanently by applying for one of the Skilled Worker programs under the Express Entry route. If selected by the Express Entry system you will be able to make a permanent residence application.
How long it’ll take to immigrate to Canada depends on your chosen immigration route as well as your own personal circumstances.
In terms of immigration programmes, these will typically take around 3 months for applications for temporary programmes to be processed, and upwards of a year or more for permanent programmes.
