🇨🇦 Canada work visas for Filipinos 2026
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Filipinos moving to Canada from Philippines have 2 main visa routes: Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and Home Care Worker Pilot. The fastest is the Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) at 26–32 weeks. 1 of them needs no job offer. Every requirement below links to the official government source.
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Compare Canada visas for Filipinos: cost, processing time, and requirements
| Visa | Processing | Gov. fee | Job offer | Family | PR path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker)work | 26–32 weeks | $1,110 | Not required | Yes | Yes |
| Home Care Worker Pilotwork | 20–40 weeks | $1,220 | Required | Yes | Yes |
Canada visa guides for Filipinos
Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker)
workPoints-based permanent residency ranked by CRS score — no job offer required. Requires an Educational Credential Assessment, an approved language test, proof of funds of CAD 15,263 (single applicant, 2026), and CAD 1,525 in federal fees. Filipino applicants use NBI clearance for the police-certificate requirement.
Home Care Worker Pilot
work⚠ Intake PAUSED since 19 Dec 2025 with no announced reopening — verify status on canada.ca before planning around it. When open, the pilot grants permanent residence ON ARRIVAL for caregivers with CLB 4 English, a high-school credential (ECA), 6 months' relevant experience or training, and a full-time job offer (no LMIA needed). IRCC fees about CAD 1,675. Caps have filled within days of opening.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- Can Philippines citizens move to Canada?
- Yes. Philippines citizens have 2 main routes into Canada: the Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and the Home Care Worker Pilot. Each has its own requirements, fees, and processing time, compared on this page.
- What is the fastest Canada visa for Filipinos?
- The Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) typically processes in 26–32 weeks, the shortest of the 2 routes we track. Add time for gathering documents, translations, and apostilles.
- Can Filipinos move to Canada without a job offer?
- Yes. The Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) does not require a job offer from a Canada employer.
- What is the cheapest Canada visa for Filipinos?
- The Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) has the lowest government fee at about $1,110. Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- Which Canada visas let Filipinos bring family?
- The Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and the Home Care Worker Pilot allow accompanying family members with additional documentation.
- Which Canada visas lead to permanent residency for Filipinos?
- The Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and the Home Care Worker Pilot offer a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- How much does a Canada work visa cost for Filipinos?
- Government fees for Filipinos are about $1,110 for the Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and $1,220 for the Home Care Worker Pilot (USD equivalents). Translations, apostilles, medicals, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- How long does a Canada work visa take for Filipinos?
- Typical processing is 26–32 weeks for the Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker) and 20–40 weeks for the Home Care Worker Pilot, counted from the date you apply. Add time for gathering documents.