Can retired people immigrate to Canada?

immigration to Canada for retired people

Lisa, a retired US citizen, wishes to immigrate to Canada. However, she is not sure if any options are available to her. She wonders if retired people can immigrate to Canada.

The nature of immigration options to Canada

Canadian immigration options do not target retired people directly. Nonetheless, any of the following significant options could cover retired people as well:

Family reunification immigration for retired people

In family reunification, a family member sponsors you to Canada. However, that family member must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. Luckily family sponsorship options cover retirees as well. Please visit the following links for more information:

Economic immigration for retired people

Economic immigration occurs when a person moves to Canada and can sustain themselves financially. Of course, this entails not receiving social assistance when living in Canada. Unless you want to return to the workforce, economic immigration is not a good option for you as a retiree. However, the immigration options are open to most age groups, with some exceptions. So if you genuinely intend to return to the workforce, click here for more information.

Immigration as a refugee for retired people

The Canadian refugee program is entirely independent of age. Therefore, read the following options to see if you qualify.

If you are a US citizen, your chance of a successful refugee claim is slim. Consequently, consult with a professional before deciding. Remember that you could face significant consequences if you file a refugee claim and withdraw. I do not deal with refugee resettlement, but I can help you with claims inside Canada.

Temporary to permanent immigration options

Sometimes you could move to Canada to study or work. You may later qualify for immigration. However, choosing these options means you need to go back to school or return to the workforce.

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    This article has been expertly crafted by Al Parsai, a distinguished Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (L3 RCIC-IRB – Unrestricted Practice) hailing from vibrant Toronto, Canada. Al's academic achievements include an esteemed role as an adjunct professor at prestigious Queen's University Law School and Ashton College, as well as a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from York University. A respected member of CICC and CAPIC organizations, Al's insights are further enriched by his experience as the dynamic CEO of Parsai Immigration Services. Guiding thousands of applicants from over 55 countries through the immigration process since 2011, Al's articles offer a wealth of invaluable knowledge for readers.