This is my first post here, so sorry if this comes as a repetition... would be happy if someone can answer, or else point me to an applicable thread that reflects a similar case.
My boyfriend and I are a same sex couple, both of Indian nationality, living in Dubai since the past many years. I am in 42 and a seasoned public relations specialist/, while he is 35 and in the petrochemicals industry.
We've had this relationship for the past 7 years and would both like to immigrate and build a future in Canada.
Here is where the nuances come in.
- In 2010, my partner's individual application in the skilled category of a petrochemicals field (not sure which particular category he linked his application with) was rejected.
- Following that and on a separate note, his 2012 application for a Canadian tourist visa also got rejected - obviously his intentions to enter the country were not welcome since his immigration attempt had failed.
- I have never applied for any Canadian permit, so mine is a clean slate.
Now we are not sure of what our best option is to take.
Option 1- Should he re-apply on his own under the "petrochemicals engineer" category? His professional qualifications are now stronger than what they were in 2010. How likely is his second attempt to succeed?
Option 2 - Should I apply on my own under the "Public Relations" category, since I have substantial experience in my profession, but am a bit concerned about age '42'?
Option 3 - Should we apply as a couple (we aren't legally married)?
In case of Option 2, once I get permanent residency, how long would it be before I am allowed to bring my partner in?
In case of Option 3, will my partner's history of unsuccessful attempts at securing the residence/tourist visas affect our 'couple' attempt to immigrate, if I become the primary applicant?
I will be reading about other same-sex cases on this forum.
Thanks in advance!
My boyfriend and I are a same sex couple, both of Indian nationality, living in Dubai since the past many years. I am in 42 and a seasoned public relations specialist/, while he is 35 and in the petrochemicals industry.
We've had this relationship for the past 7 years and would both like to immigrate and build a future in Canada.
Here is where the nuances come in.
- In 2010, my partner's individual application in the skilled category of a petrochemicals field (not sure which particular category he linked his application with) was rejected.
- Following that and on a separate note, his 2012 application for a Canadian tourist visa also got rejected - obviously his intentions to enter the country were not welcome since his immigration attempt had failed.
- I have never applied for any Canadian permit, so mine is a clean slate.
Now we are not sure of what our best option is to take.
Option 1- Should he re-apply on his own under the "petrochemicals engineer" category? His professional qualifications are now stronger than what they were in 2010. How likely is his second attempt to succeed?
Option 2 - Should I apply on my own under the "Public Relations" category, since I have substantial experience in my profession, but am a bit concerned about age '42'?
Option 3 - Should we apply as a couple (we aren't legally married)?
In case of Option 2, once I get permanent residency, how long would it be before I am allowed to bring my partner in?
In case of Option 3, will my partner's history of unsuccessful attempts at securing the residence/tourist visas affect our 'couple' attempt to immigrate, if I become the primary applicant?
I will be reading about other same-sex cases on this forum.
Thanks in advance!
