Refugee Resettlement from Abroad (Government‑assisted and Private Sponsorship)

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

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Entry: conditional

Stay: permanent_residence on arrival (for those approved for resettlement)

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Fee

varies CAD (Resettlement and sponsorship involve federal processing and settlement supports)

Max stay

permanent_residence on arrival (for those approved for resettlement)

Validity

permanent_residence on successful selection

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

not_applicable

Work allowed

yes (permanent residents may work immediately)

Sponsorship required

yes (government‑assisted or privately sponsored)

Financial requirements

sponsorship obligations apply

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

yes

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies (screening, security, medical checks)

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