Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently announced latest fees structure for all types of Permanent Residence Applications. Canada PR Fees is being increased from 30th April 2024.
The New Fees Structure will remain in effect for next two years.
Changes in Canada PR Fees
New Fees will apply to all PR applications made on or after 30th April, 2024. New Fees structure is explained in detail below.
Right of Permanent Residence Fee
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Principal applicant & Spouse/Partner | 515 | 575 |
Provincial Nominees Programs – Federal Skilled Workers – Quebec Skilled Workers – Atlantic Immigration Applicants – Other Pilot Programs like (Rural, Agri-Food)
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 850 | 950 |
| Spouse / Common-law partner | 850 | 950 |
| Dependent children | 230 | 260 |
Live-in Caregiver Program and Other Caregivers Pilot Programs
(Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot)
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 570 | 635 |
| Spouse / Common-law partner | 570 | 635 |
| Dependent children | 155 | 175 |
Family Reunification
(spouse, children, parents, grandparents and other relatives)
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Sponsorship Fees | 75 | 85 |
| Sponsored Main Applicant | 490 | 545 |
| Sponsored Dependent children | 75 | 85 |
| Accompanying Spouse / Partner | 570 | 635 |
| Accompanying Dependent Child | 155 | 175 |
Business Class
(under Federal Programs and Quebec PNP)
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 1625 | 1810 |
| Spouse / Common-law partner | 850 | 950 |
| Dependent children | 230 | 260 |
Humanitarian and Compassionate or Public Policy
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 570 | 635 |
| Spouse / Common-law partner | 570 | 635 |
| Dependent children | 155 | 175 |
Protected Persons
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 570 | 635 |
| Spouse / Common-law partner | 570 | 635 |
| Dependent children | 155 | 175 |
Permit Holders
| Application Type | Old Fees (CA$) | New Fees (CA$) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Applicant | 335 | 375 |
How To Pay The PR Fees
All applicants can pay their applicable fees Online to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada). Payments to IRCC can be made through a valid Debit or Credit Card. For more information on Fees Payment, visit IRCC website.
If the applicant pay the fees less than the actual required amount, the difference can be paid separately to IRCC. Visit IRCC Official Website