Do I need a licensed consultant to apply for Canadian immigration?

Canada regulates who may be paid to give immigration advice or represent applicants. Launchpad does not do either; it provides general guidance. For representation, you would use a properly authorised professional or apply yourself via the official site.

Can Launchpad apply for my Canada visa for me?

Launchpad provides guidance. It is not a licensed immigration consultancy and does not represent applicants before immigration authorities. Your Launchpad consultant can explain the options and what to check, and will tell you when you need a licensed immigration professional or should apply directly through the official channel.

Does Launchpad guarantee admission, a visa or a job in Canada?

No. Admissions, visas and hiring decisions are made by universities, governments and employers. Launchpad helps you prepare, understand your options and make informed choices, but cannot guarantee any outcome.

How do I start planning a move to Canada with Launchpad?

Fill in the free intake form on the Launchpad page, choosing study or work. A Launchpad consultant contacts you directly to understand your situation and talk through where Canada fits among your options, based on current rules and the wider situation.

Destination guide

Study & work in Canada from India

Study and career guidance for Canada, for students and professionals in India.

Canada is a popular destination for international students and skilled professionals. Studying there typically involves choosing an eligible institution and programme and meeting the study-permit requirements set by the government, and the rules have been revised several times in recent years.

Because policy in this area moves quickly, a plan that worked for someone last year may not work today. Launchpad consultants help you think through your route using the most recent official information.

Who this tends to suit

Students who want a structured pathway through college or university programmes.
Professionals exploring how study and work experience could connect to a longer-term career plan.
People who want to compare provinces and cities, not just the country as a whole.

What to weigh up for Canada

Which institutions and programmes are currently eligible for international students.
How the province and city affect cost, opportunities and lifestyle.
What the current rules say about working during and after study, and how likely those rules are to change.
Language requirements and how you will demonstrate them.
A backup plan, in case policy or circumstances change during your studies.

How a Launchpad consultant helps

Start from you: your background, goals, budget, timeline and constraints - not a standard list of universities or countries.
Talk through where it makes sense to go, using recent visa rules and the wider world situation, which can shift quickly.
Help you understand the options and trade-offs between destinations, courses and career routes, so the decision is yours and informed.
Point you to the official sources to check current requirements, and tell you plainly when a question needs a licensed immigration professional.
Stay on the journey with you - from the first call to settling in - rather than handing you off after one conversation.

Other destinations Launchpad covers

USA UK Europe (EU)Eastern Europe South East Asia South America South Africa New Zealand Australia

Check the official source

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a licensed consultant to apply for Canadian immigration?: Canada regulates who may be paid to give immigration advice or represent applicants. Launchpad does not do either; it provides general guidance. For representation, you would use a properly authorised professional or apply yourself via the official site.
Can Launchpad apply for my Canada visa for me?: Launchpad provides guidance. It is not a licensed immigration consultancy and does not represent applicants before immigration authorities. Your Launchpad consultant can explain the options and what to check, and will tell you when you need a licensed immigration professional or should apply directly through the official channel.
Does Launchpad guarantee admission, a visa or a job in Canada?: No. Admissions, visas and hiring decisions are made by universities, governments and employers. Launchpad helps you prepare, understand your options and make informed choices, but cannot guarantee any outcome.
How do I start planning a move to Canada with Launchpad?: Fill in the free intake form on the Launchpad page, choosing study or work. A Launchpad consultant contacts you directly to understand your situation and talk through where Canada fits among your options, based on current rules and the wider situation.

Talk it through with a Launchpad consultant

Free intake conversation for students and job seekers. A consultant calls you directly to talk through where you should go, based on recent visa rules and the wider world situation.

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Launchpad provides guidance only. It is not a law firm, a licensed immigration consultancy or a licensed overseas-recruitment agency, and it does not provide legal immigration advice, represent applicants before immigration authorities, or guarantee admission, a visa or a job. Rules and conditions change often - always confirm current requirements with the official government source for your destination.