Residence Requirements in Europe & Canada

Usually required

• Valid passport + photos (format varies)
• Signed job contract / job offer
• Proof of qualifications (diploma, experience letters)
• Accommodation plan (address / booking / host statement — depends)
• Health insurance (initially private, later national system — depends)
• Clean police record (some countries require it)

Practical notes

• Some countries require “labor market tests” or specific employer approvals.
• Expect translations and legalization/apostille for some documents.

The EU Blue Card is designed to attract highly qualified non-EU workers. Admission includes conditions like a qualified job and salary threshold rules, and (under the newer framework) a shorter minimum contract duration. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Typical eligibility (high level)

• Non-EU nationality
• Highly qualified job offer/contract
• Salary meets national threshold (varies by country)
• Qualifications OR in some cases recognized professional experience in certain sectors :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Usually required

• University/college acceptance letter
• Proof of funds (bank statements, sponsor letter)
• Housing plan
• Health insurance
• Academic transcripts + translations

Usually required

• Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)
• Sponsor proof (residence card, employment/income, housing)
• Legalized/translated civil documents

In general, a non-EU national who has lived legally in an EU country for an uninterrupted period of 5 years can qualify for long-term resident status (with conditions). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Common conditions (high level)

• 5 years legal and continuous residence (counting rules can vary)
• Stable resources/income and health insurance
• No serious public order/security issues

The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program is one of the main Express Entry pathways for skilled workers with foreign work experience. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Minimum basics (high level)

• Skilled work experience (eligible occupation/level, with proof)
• Language test results (English or French)
• Education (often with an Educational Credential Assessment)
• Proof of funds may be required (depends on program/situation) :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Common evidence

• Work experience + occupation fit
• Sometimes a job offer in the province
• Language and settlement plan

Canada work permit requirements depend on your situation, but commonly include a contract, and either an LMIA or an employer offer number for LMIA-exempt work. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Often required documents

• Valid passport
• Employment contract / job offer
• LMIA document OR offer of employment number (LMIA-exempt) :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Biometrics (if required) and forms/checklists :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Common evidence

• School acceptance letter
• Proof of tuition + living expenses
• Passport + biometrics (if required)
• Explanation letter (why this program, why this school)

No. Each country has its own immigration system. Some EU-wide frameworks exist (like EU Blue Card and EU long-term resident status), but national rules and documents still differ. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Proof of funds is required for some programs (for example, it applies to Federal Skilled Worker and Federal Skilled Trades in many cases), while some applicants may be exempt depending on their situation. Always check IRCC instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Not always. Some work permits are LMIA-based and need an LMIA; others are LMIA-exempt and use an employer offer number. IRCC explains the typical document requirements (contract + LMIA or offer number). :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Many people use legal pathways step-by-step, but eligibility depends on your program, timelines, and rules. Always plan based on official requirements and keep your status valid.