Relocation guide
Moving from มาเลเซีย to แคนาดา
The routes to แคนาดา that are open to you from มาเลเซีย, what changes because of where you live and your passport, and what to prepare before you apply.
Quick answer
Moving from มาเลเซีย to แคนาดา: Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker).
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Short visits | We confirm this for your case |
| Documents | We confirm this for your case |
| Double tax treaty | We confirm this for your case |
| Dual citizenship | We confirm this for your case |
| Minimum | CAD 15,263 for one person, CAD 28,362 for a family of four (table from 7 July 2025; updated yearly)Source |
We have not yet written a detailed guide for this pair. The facts below come from our country data; an adviser will confirm them for your case.
Routes open to you
Figures are statutory minimums from official sources. Official fees are estimates and change; our own fees are quoted for your case.
Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker)
Skilled workers who score well on age, language, education and experience.
- Minimum
- CAD 15,263 for one person, CAD 28,362 for a family of four (table from 7 July 2025; updated yearly)
- Official fees
- Government fees: CAD 990 processing + CAD 600 right of permanent residence fee per adult, CAD 270 per child, biometrics CAD 85 (CAD 170 per family)
Not sure which route fits?
An adviser checks your eligibility from มาเลเซีย and replies within one working day.
Documents and legalisation
Ask us how documents from มาเลเซีย are legalised for แคนาดา: the chain depends on the document and where it was issued.
You will usually need a police certificate from มาเลเซีย and from every other country you have lived in recently.
Where to apply
Create an Express Entry profile online with IRCC; if invited, apply for permanent residence online and give biometrics at a visa application centre.
Tax: what to check before you move
General information, not tax advice. Tax points on this page are awaiting review by a tax specialist.
Sources and review
Parts of this page are awaiting review by our legal team; we confirm every point for your case before you apply.
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Frequently asked questions
Which route suits me best?
It depends on your goal: living in the country, a second passport, tax planning or a base for your family. The routes on this page are ranked by fit for people moving from your country.
How long does it take to move?
Timelines depend on the route, the completeness of your file and government processing. Each programme page shows its published processing range.
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