Immigrate to Canada from Greece — 2026 Pathway Guide
Canada-Greece immigration is supported by eTA visitor access, IEC Working Holiday, and Express Entry for skilled professionals. Established Greek-Canadian community (~250K) provides settlement infrastructure. This page covers the pathways.
Pathway portfolio
- IEC Canada-Greece — Working Holiday, Young Professionals, Co-op (age 18-35)
- Express Entry FSW — CLB 7+ English/French, ECA for Greek degrees
- Provincial Nominee Programs — Ontario OINP, BC PNP, Alberta AAIP
- Study permits — major Greek student presence at U of T, McGill, UBC
Visitor entry: eTA
CAD $7, valid 5 years. Multi-entry visits up to 6 months.
Visa office: Rome or Bucharest
Greek applications process through Rome or Bucharest visa offices.
Greece-specific documents
- Greek PCC — Hellenic Police; in-person or via consulates
- Apostilled documents — Greek apostille (Hague Convention)
- ECA — WES, ICAS, IQAS, ICES
Greek-Canadian community
Largest in GTA (Toronto Greektown), Montreal, Vancouver. Strong settlement infrastructure.
FAQ
Do Greek citizens need a visa for Canada?
Greek citizens are eTA-eligible. CAD $7, valid 5 years. Allows visits up to 6 months.
Is there a Canada-Greece IEC?
Yes — Canada-Greece IEC has Working Holiday + Young Professionals + International Co-op. Age 18-35.
Typical Greek Express Entry profile?
Greek professionals (engineering, medicine, IT, hospitality, finance) often have strong credentials. Common pathways: Express Entry FSW + Ontario OINP. Established Greek-Canadian communities provide settlement support.
Greek-Canadian diaspora?
Large communities in GTA (Toronto Greektown, Mississauga), Montreal (Park Avenue), Vancouver. ~250,000+ Greek-Canadians.
Visa office?
Greek applications process through Rome (Italy) or Bucharest (Romania) visa offices. Biometrics at VFS Canada VAC in Athens + Thessaloniki.
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