Last updated 23 July 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for federal skilled trades program Canada
FSTP, Skilled worker immigrant visa
Visa overview
A federal immigration program for skilled workers (technicians, tradespeople, and other specialists) who want to obtain permanent resident status in Canada through the Express Entry system. It is aimed at people with work experience in specific “skilled trades” professions.
Visa validity period
1 year
Consular fee
$1,525 (~$1,082)
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Visa Information
English international
Type of visa
Immigrant visa
Category
Visa for Express Entry
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