Come to Canada Tool
The Come to Canada tool is an official interactive questionnaire from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) designed to help people determine what type of travel or immigration options they might be eligible for when planning to come to Canada. It covers temporary stays such as visits, work or study, as well as pathways to live permanently in Canada.
How the Tool Works
By answering a short series of questions about yourself — including your country of citizenship, age, language ability, education, work experience, family composition and any job offer — the tool provides guidance on which programs may be right for you.
- Questions cover nationality, age, language skills, family members, education and work experience.
- Based on your answers, the tool suggests relevant programs and next steps.
- The results include instructions on how to proceed with applications if you are eligible.
The tool usually takes about 10–15 minutes to complete.
Types of Programs Covered
The Come to Canada tool can give you information on a wide range of options, including:
- Visiting Canada — visas and visitor records.
- Working in Canada — work permits including employer‑specific and open permits.
- Studying in Canada — study permits and extensions.
- Immigration pathways — permanent residence options like Express Entry, family sponsorship and other economic programs.
Important Notes
- The tool provides guidance only — it does not make final immigration decisions. Any application you choose to submit will be assessed by IRCC under Canadian immigration laws.
- Your answers must be accurate to get a useful result.
- After completion, you may receive information or a personal reference code to start certain applications in your IRCC secure account.
Steps After Using the Tool
If the tool suggests programs you may be eligible for, the typical next steps include:
- Creating or signing into your IRCC secure account to begin applications.
- Gathering required supporting documents (passport, language test results, job offers, proof of funds, etc.).
- Completing and submitting your online application through IRCC services.
