Your Canadian journey, explained simply.
From Express Entry to study permits to family sponsorship — we translate IRCC's official pathways into plain English, help you assemble your documents, and connect you with licensed consultants when filing time comes.
Work in Canada
Federal economic immigration via a points-based pool. Profiles with strong CRS scores receive Invitations to Apply for permanent residence.
Provinces like Ontario, BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan nominate workers in in-demand occupations — boosting CRS by 600 points.
Employer-driven temporary work permits when the employer has a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment.
Spousal open work permits, PGWP for graduates, IEC working holiday visas (limited countries) and Bridging Open Work Permits.
Study in Canada
Required to study a program longer than 6 months at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Needs proof of acceptance, funds, and (often) PAL/TAL.
Open work permit of up to 3 years for graduates of eligible Canadian programs — a major stepping stone to PR.
Faster study-permit processing for legal residents of select countries (Kenya is included since 2023) meeting language and GIC requirements.
Visit Canada
Standard visa for tourism, family visits, business meetings. Single or multiple entry, valid up to 10 years (within passport validity).
10-year multiple-entry visa for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens/PRs, with longer stays per entry.
Electronic Travel Authorization for visa-exempt foreign nationals flying into Canada.
Family Sponsorship
Canadian citizens and PRs can sponsor their spouse or partner for PR — inland or outland processing.
Sponsor your biological or adopted children under 22 (with limited exceptions).
Annual lottery-based program. The Super Visa is the practical alternative for many families.
Refugee & Humanitarian
Protection for those facing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion or social group.
Exceptional PR pathway based on establishment in Canada, best interests of children, and hardship factors.
Citizenship
After 3 years (1,095 days) of physical presence as a PR in the last 5 years, plus language and knowledge requirements.
Canada allows dual citizenship. Confirm your home country's rules before applying.
How Poa Services helps Kenyans (and others) navigate the system
We walk through your profile against current IRCC criteria so you know where you stand.
Tailored, up-to-date checklists per pathway — passports, transcripts, IELTS, PCC, GIC and more.
We help organize and review your forms before you submit (or before your RCIC files for you).
Once you arrive, Poa Services helps with job search, housing tips and the first 90 days in Canada.