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Landing CHECKLIST....for newcomers
By: erebello

Hi Canadian Desis,
I see so many posts on this topic that I'm making this LANDING CHECKLIST to all newcomers....if I missed something please add it to this thread.

1) Passport with visa stamped. (One for each accompanying family member)

2) IMM travel document (one for each accompanying family member - do not sign it as this is done in the
Presence of an immigration officer on arrival).

3) Crucial documents like birth certificate, driving license. If you have a gulf license and have no accident-claim history then get letters from the insurer stating the same. Chances are that you’ll getter a better motor-insurance deal in Canada. Get any other documents which you think are important e.g. medical history records, certifications, accolades etc. (make sure keep a spare copy at home).

4) Landing Money-check http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/skilled/qual-4.html to find the exact figure (get at least 30-40 % cash or traveler checks rest in draft or bank statement).

5) Do not get any meat or dairy products (especially if you’re migrating from the Asian subcontinent). Senior CDs please verify this. I’ve heard they even remark it on your passport.

6) Written list of all the items in your accompanying luggage and cargo luggage (due to arrive later). Make sure all expensive items like jewelry are included.

7) If you are getting any electronics, see that they support dual voltage (110-240). All major brands of electronics are available in Canada. However if you already have some (e.g. electronic shaver etc) and would not like to buy new then you can get them but you’ll need a step-up adapter.

8) If you are arriving in winter make sure you have warm clothes (2 sets at least).

9) Crucial medications if any. If possible get a copy of the prescription as well (just to be on the safer side).

10) Health insurance coverage for initial 3 months. This is not mandatory however recommend. This coverage can be bought from international insurance companies like AIG, American Life Insurance Co. (ALICO) from the Gulf as well as India. You can also buy medical insurance upon arrival. I found this link helpful http://www.dinoopavri.com/travel.htm

11) Lastly and very important – POSITIVE ATTITUDE & WILLINGNESS TO ADAPT

If I missed any please add-on………hope it helps

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oshoexports
Member since: Jun 04

Posts: 188
Location: Kingston
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Posted on: 17-05-07 08:47:10

Quote:
Originally posted by erebello

Hi Canadian Desis,
I see so many posts on this topic that I'm making this LANDING CHECKLIST to all newcomers....if I missed something please add it to this thread.

4) Landing Money-check http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/skilled/qual-4.html to find the exact figure (get at least 30-40 % cash or traveler checks rest in draft or bank statement).

If I missed any please add-on………hope it helps

Hi All,

I am providing link for Landing money for Quebec.

Landing Money Quebec :
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/permanent-workers/official-immigration-application/requirements-programs/glossary.html#sufficiency

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Fido
Member since: Aug 06

Posts: 5286
Location: Canada
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Posted on: 27-05-08 06:14:26

It might be of value to check the following post which also provides lots of details to be checked for first time landers .

http://canadiandesi.com/read.php?TID=2549

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Fido.

brighteyes
Member since: Jul 09

Posts: 4
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Posted on: 12-08-09 09:40:11

What is the free baggage limit when the person first makes landing into Canada?

Is it the standard airline limit of two suitcases per person?

kpv343
Member since: May 07

Posts: 124
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Posted on: 13-08-09 20:06:11

Yes most of the airlines allow only 2 baggages of 23 kgs each. If u have 3 pieces even if it's total weight is less than 46 they will charge u 50 CAD for excess piece. I just landed on 8th August and I had to pay for the excess piece on Etihad.

shubi13
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Posted on: 12-05-10 17:40:46

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sudesingh
Member since: Jul 04

Posts: 2085
Location: Toronto
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Posted on: 13-05-10 13:50:42

Quote:
Originally posted by brighteyes

What is the free baggage limit when the person first makes landing into Canada?

Baggage restrictions are imposed by the airlines and not the Immigrations or Customs authorities. So if the airlines has a limit of 2 bags each with a max. of 23Kgs each (which most airlines have for economy class passengers) on routes to NA, that will be imposed by the airlines.

It will be the same policy applied across the board, whether you land the 1st time or the nth time.

Also keep in mind airlines have their own policy on charges for excess baggage.

As long as you declare your goods properly, that's all the Customs Dept. cares about.

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Iceberg
Member since: May 05

Posts: 919
Location: GTA and beyond
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Posted on: 13-05-10 22:41:16

Jet allows you to carry extra.

http://www.jetairways.com/EN/MY/PlanYourTravel/BaggageAllowance.aspx

Baggage Allowance for passengers travelling on migrant visas
Guests travelling on migrant visas* will be permitted to carry a maximum of 40 kilos as free baggage allowance, where the weight concept is applicable on Jet Airways operated international flights and on the connecting Jet Airways operated domestic flights.

The migrant visa baggage allowance can be availed only on the migrant visa holder's first outbound journey and not on subsequent trips.

*Visas eligible for migrant visa baggage allowances are those issued for immigration purposes. Visas also include those issued to dependants of the primary migrant visa holder who are entitled to immigrant status by virtue of their relationship such as spouse, children, fiancee, etc. UK Tier 1 General and dependant visas and Australian Fiancee/Provisional Spouse visas are also eligible.

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