Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canada Permanent Residence is a huge milestone—congratulations! But once the ITA arrives, the real and most critical stage begins: submitting a complete, accurate, and well-documented PR application within 60 days.
In this detailed guide by Globexa Immigration, we explain every document required for Canada PR after ITA, clarify common confusions, and highlight mistakes that can lead to refusals or even a 5-year ban due to misrepresentation.
This blog is based on real IRCC practices and recent Express Entry trends, especially under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
1. Express Entry Draws & Why ITA Accuracy Matters
Recently, IRCC conducted large Canadian Experience Class draws, including a major draw of 8,000 ITAs with a CRS cutoff of 511. Earlier, scores were stuck above 530, but now scores are consistently dropping—good news for candidates with Canadian work experience.
However, getting an ITA is not PR approval. It is only an invitation to submit documents. Every single point you claimed in your Express Entry profile must now be proven with documents.
If you claimed:
A PhD → You must prove it
1 year of Canadian experience → You must prove it
CLB 9 language score → You must prove it
Any mismatch can lead to refusal or misrepresentation.
2. EOI vs ITA vs PR Application – Clear Difference
Many applicants confuse these stages. Let’s simplify:
1. Expression of Interest (EOI)
This is not an application
You submit information only (education, experience, IELTS, age, etc.)
No documents are uploaded at this stage
2. Invitation to Apply (ITA)
IRCC selects profiles based on CRS score
You receive an invitation to submit documents
60-day countdown starts immediately
3. PR Application Submission
Upload all documents
Pay fees
Medical, PCC, proof of experience, education, funds, etc.
4. Final Decision
Approval / ADR / PFL / Refusal
👉 Important: If you realize that you claimed incorrect information, do NOT submit your PR application. Decline the ITA, correct your profile, and wait for the next draw.
3. Serious Warning: Misrepresentation Can Lead to 5-Year Ban
IRCC cross-checks your:
Study permit
Work permit
PGWP
Visitor records
Previous refusals
Express Entry profiles
Examples of misrepresentation:
Changing employer names across applications
Hiding refusals (USA, UK, etc.)
Claiming experience without proof
Declaring spouse as non-accompanying to increase CRS
Even if a mistake helped you get PR initially, IRCC can revoke PR later and impose a 5-year ban.
4. Complete Document Checklist for Canada PR After ITA
1. Passport (Mandatory)
Scan all pages (including blank pages)
Required for entire family
2. Family Documents
Birth certificates (or municipal non-availability letter + alternate proofs)
Marriage certificate / Divorce certificate
Extra proof required for recent marriages
3. Travel History
Complete travel history of all countries
Required to determine PCC eligibility
4. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
Required from every country lived in for 6+ months
PCC validity: usually 6 months
Can be applied in advance if CRS is high
5. Upfront Medical Examination
Same process as study/work permits
Valid for 1 year
Strongly recommended to submit upfront
6. Digital Photograph (Canada PR Specs)
Size: 35mm x 45mm
Neutral background
7. Proof of Legal Status in Canada
Study permits
PGWP / Extensions
Work permits
Visitor records
8. Education Documents
Degree certificates
Transcripts
ECA report (WES / IQAS / CES) for education outside Canada
No ECA required if highest education is from Canada.
9. Language Test Results
IELTS General / CELPIP / PTE Core
TEF (French)
10. Work Experience Documents (Most Critical)
You must submit ALL of the following:
Job reference letter (duties matter more than title)
Offer / appointment letter (very important for remote jobs)
Pay slips
Salary bank statements
Tax documents (T4, NOA, Form 16, ITR)
Job eligibility proofs (licenses, certificates, trade approvals)
Cash salary cases are high risk and frequently refused.
5. SOP (Statement of Purpose) – Highly Recommended
Although not mandatory, Globexa Immigration strongly recommends SOP.
SOP helps explain:
Career history
Work gaps
Multiple jobs
NOC justification
Canadian experience calculation
Any red flags upfront
Tip: Maintain a weekly Excel sheet for Canadian experience (max 30 hours/week).
6. Proof of Funds – When Required?
| Category | Proof of Funds Required? |
|---|---|
| Canadian Experience Class | ❌ No |
| Working in Canada | ❌ No |
| Federal Skilled Worker (Outside Canada) | ✅ Yes |
Approximate funds required:
1 person: $16,000
2 people: $20,000
3 people: $24,000
4 people: $29,000
7. PNP-Specific Documents
Provincial Nomination Certificate (if applicable)
Express Entry or Non-Express Entry PNP proof
8. ADR vs PFL – Understand the Difference
ADR (Additional Document Request)
Officer needs more clarification
Usually does not lead to ban
PFL (Procedural Fairness Letter)
Serious concern
Possible misrepresentation
High risk of refusal & 5-year ban
9. Can PR Application Be Refused? Yes.
Common refusal reasons:
Incorrect NOC
Low salary vs claimed role
Incomplete experience
Fake or weak job proofs
Unmatched job duties
10. Can Documents Be Submitted Later via Webform?
Technically yes, but not recommended unless IRCC specifically asks.
Best practice: Submit everything upfront.
11. Why Choose Globexa Immigration?
At Globexa Immigration, we are known for accuracy—not speed.
Our Charges (Nominal & Transparent)
Express Entry PR Application
Single applicant: $1,100
Family: $1,500
PNP Application (Separate)
Single: $700
Family: $850
Profile Creation: $150 (adjustable) ECA Consultation: $100 (adjustable)
Many of our clients started with us for study visas and continue through PGWP, extensions, spouse visas, and PR.
Final Words
Canada PR after ITA is all about documentation, consistency, and honesty. One mistake can cost years of effort.
If you have received your ITA or are planning your PR journey, Globexa Immigration can guide you step-by-step—from profile strategy to final approval.
📞 Reach out to us to apply with confidence.
Accuracy today = PR tomorrow.
