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    Canada PR Fees from India 2026: Complete Cost Breakdown

    10 min readMarch 28, 2026
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    Complete Canada PR fees from India: Government fees CAD 1,365/adult + IELTS ₹16,000 + WES ₹15,000 + medical ₹8,000 + police clearance ₹500 + biometrics CAD 85. PNP adds CAD 300-1,500. Total: ₹3-6 lakh per applicant. Proof of funds: CAD 13,757 (single) must be shown, not paid.

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    Planning your Canada PR budget from India? This guide breaks down every cost involved — from government fees to consultant charges — so you can plan accurately.

    Total Estimated Cost: ₹3,00,000 - ₹6,00,000

    The total cost depends on your pathway (Express Entry, PNP, or Study → PR) and whether you hire a consultant.

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    Government Fees

    FeeAmount (CAD)Amount (INR approx)
    PR Application (principal)$1,365₹85,000
    PR Application (spouse)$1,365₹85,000
    PR Application (child)$230₹14,000
    Right of PR Fee$515₹32,000
    Biometrics$85₹5,300

    Pre-Application Costs

    ItemCost (INR)
    IELTS General Training₹16,000-17,500
    IELTS Retake (if needed)₹16,000-17,500
    ECA (WES)₹20,000-25,000
    Degree attestation₹2,000-5,000
    Police Clearance Certificate₹500-1,000
    Passport (new/renewal)₹1,500-2,000

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    Medical Examination

    PersonCost (INR)
    Adult (18+)₹5,000-8,000
    Child (under 18)₹3,000-5,000
    Additional tests (if required)₹2,000-10,000

    Medical exams must be done at IRCC-designated panel physicians. Major cities in Punjab and India have designated clinics.

    Consultant Fees

    ServiceTypical Range (INR)
    Express Entry (full service)₹75,000-2,00,000
    PNP Application₹1,00,000-2,50,000
    Express Entry + PNP combo₹1,50,000-3,00,000
    CRS Optimization only₹25,000-50,000

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    Hidden Costs to Budget For

  1. Translation fees:: ₹1,000-3,000 per document
  2. Notarization:: ₹500-2,000 per document
  3. Courier/shipping:: ₹2,000-5,000
  4. Bank statements:: ₹500-1,000 per statement
  5. Settlement funds proof:: You need to show CAD 14,690 (₹9,00,000+) in your bank — this is not a fee but a requirement
  6. Flight to Canada:: ₹40,000-80,000 one-way

    7. Cost-Saving Tips

    1. **Prepare IELTS well** — avoid multiple retakes (₹16,000 each)

    2. **Do ECA early** — WES processing takes 4-8 weeks

    3. **Get documents ready** — avoid rush translation fees

    4. **Compare consultant fees** — get 3+ quotes

    5. **Don't pay for fake LMIAs** — a common Punjab scam

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    Payment Timeline

    MonthExpenseAmount
    Month 1IELTS + ECA₹35,000-40,000
    Month 2-3Consultant retainer₹50,000-1,00,000
    Month 4-5PR application fees₹1,20,000-1,70,000
    Month 6-7Medical + police clearance₹10,000-20,000
    Month 8+Settlement funds (show)₹9,00,000+ (refundable)

    Is It Worth the Investment?

  7. • Average Canadian salary: CAD 55,000-80,000/year (₹35-50 lakhs)
  8. • Free healthcare and education for children
  9. • PR leads to citizenship in 3 years
  10. • ROI recovered within first year of Canadian employment

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the exact fee breakdown for Canada PR from India?+
    Government: CAD 850 processing + CAD 515 RPRF = CAD 1,365/adult. Pre-application: IELTS ₹16,000, WES ₹15,000, degree verification ₹2,000-5,000. Post-ITA: Medical ₹8,000, PCC ₹500, biometrics CAD 85. Optional: PNP fee CAD 300-1,500. Consulting: ₹75,000-2,00,000.
    Do I need to pay the full PR fee upfront?+
    No. Fees are paid in stages: IELTS and WES during preparation, government processing fee at application submission, RPRF and medical at the final stage. This spreads costs over 6-12 months. Garg Brothers also offers consulting fee payment plans.
    Is the proof of funds for Canada PR a fee I have to pay?+
    No. Proof of funds (CAD 13,757 for single, CAD 17,127 for couple) must be shown in your bank account but isn't paid to the government. It demonstrates your ability to settle in Canada. The funds remain yours. CEC applicants with a Canadian job offer are exempt.
    Are consulting fees for Canada PR tax deductible?+
    In India, immigration consulting fees are not directly tax deductible. However, some expenses may qualify under professional development. In Canada, immigration legal fees may be deductible against future Canadian income. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
    What are hidden costs of Canada PR that people miss?+
    Commonly missed costs: additional IELTS attempts (₹16,000 each), document translation (₹5,000-15,000), courier to VFS (₹3,000-8,000), apostille/notarization (₹2,000-5,000), education loan interest, and post-landing costs (first 3 months expenses CAD 5,000-10,000).

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