Immigrate to Canada from Chandigarh
Chandigarh and the surrounding Punjab region have some of the deepest family ties to Canada in all of India. Students, young professionals and spouses move to join relatives in Brampton, Surrey and Edmonton, making study permits and spousal sponsorship the dominant pathways from this corridor.
IRCC New Delhi applies particularly careful scrutiny to Chandigarh and Punjab files because of high volumes. Study permit officers examine whether you are a genuine student with real funds and ties, while spousal cases are assessed for the authenticity of the relationship. Strong, transparent documentation is what carries these files through.
How we approach Chandigarh files
Best pathways from Chandigarh
Study Permit
The leading route for Punjab students, with careful attention to genuineness and proof of funds.
Learn more →Spousal Sponsorship
Reuniting spouses and partners with family already settled in Brampton, Surrey and Edmonton.
Learn more →Post-Graduation Work Permit
Turning a Canadian education into work experience and a path to permanent residence.
Learn more →Parents and Grandparents
Bringing parents and grandparents to join the strong family networks already in Canada.
Learn more →Chandigarh — frequently asked questions
Why are study permits from Punjab refused so often?
How do I prove a genuine relationship for spousal sponsorship?
Can I sponsor my parents from Punjab to join me in Canada?
Nearby cities
We also help applicants from Delhi, Ahmedabad and across India. See our full India immigration guide.
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