Chef Visa Route

Eligibility requirements

• 1Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience as a cook or chef in the past 5 years
• 2CLB 5 in speaking and listening; CLB 4 in reading and writing
• 3Valid Canadian job offer (from employer with LMIA) OR provincial trade certificate
• 4Red Seal or equivalent culinary qualification is advantageous
• 5Sufficient settlement funds

Document checklist

• Valid passport
• IELTS/CELPIP results
• Employment reference letters (detailing duties, hours, dates)
• Red Seal or culinary certificates (if applicable)
• LMIA-approved job offer (if applicable)
• Proof of settlement funds
• Police clearance and medical exam

Step-by-step process

1. 1

   Gain 2 years of relevant cooking experience

2. 2

   Complete IELTS at CLB 5 level

3. 3

   Secure a valid job offer from a Canadian employer with LMIA approval (if using that route)

4. 4

   Create Federal Skilled Trades Class profile in Express Entry

5. 5

   Receive ITA and submit PR application

6. 6

   Complete biometrics and medical exam