How It Works

The online system for Canadian immigration is notoriously hard to navigate. It is often unclear what the questions mean, leading to hours of research on top of the hours spent entering your information, often multiple times, across numerous web forms and PDFs. Plus, in many cases there is a time limit, at the end of which your application is deleted. This isn't just annoying—it leads to mistakes and misunderstandings.

ApplyAway asks you clear questions, provides explanations and examples for the more technical and misleading parts of your application, and brings everything together in one place without any time constraints. Plus, if you ever wish to change your immigration status, next time it will be that much easier with ApplyAway!

It's Easy to Apply Away!

  • Create Your Profile

    Your applicant profile is how we keep track of all the personal information that we need in order to submit an immigration application on your behalf. It includes things like your full name, date of birth, nationality, marital status, and more.

    Unlike using the Government of Canada's immigration portal, creating an applicant profile with ApplyAway is easy and has no time limit for completion. We ask you clear questions and offer detailed advice when things get complicated.

    All of your personal data is encrypted, and is never shared with any third party except the Government of Canada. See our Privacy Policy and Software Terms for more details.

  • Choose Your Immigration Path

    After completing your profile, you'll select which type of visa or immigration program best suits your needs. Whether you're applying for a study permit, work visa, or permanent residence, we'll guide you through the specific requirements and information needed for your chosen path.

    Our system dynamically adjusts to ask only the questions relevant to your application type, ensuring you provide all necessary information while avoiding confusion about which forms or requirements apply to your unique situation.

  • Upload Your Documents

    Depending on your type of application and your answers to our questions, we will compile a complete list of uploads required by the Government of Canada, as well as notify you of any optional files that might increase your chance of success.

    Our Uploads page explains the purpose and requirements for each different upload so that you understand exactly what is required and feel confident that you have prepared your documents correctly.

  • Submit Your Application

    Once you have completed your application we will check that all required fields and uploads are complete before creating your account with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), completing your eligibility check, and submitting your completed application.

    You will receive a confirmation of submission within 2 business days, followed by your sign-in credentials for the Government of Canada's immigration portal, where you can continue to track your application progress.

    From there, we wish you well on your journey and hope to see you the next time you need to Apply Away!

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