Immigrate to Canada
from Russia
Immigrate to Canada from Russia with professional support from Mirzoyan Immigration Services. We help individuals and families with permanent residence, family sponsorship, work permits and study permits. Our Toronto-based team offers online consultations for people in Russia and Russian citizens living abroad.
✓ Licensed RCICs
✓ Online consultations
✓ Russian, English and Armenian
1000+ Happy clients, 20+ years of experience
Mirzoyan Immigration Services is an award winning licensed and Regulated Canadian Immigration Consulting practice in Toronto, Ontario recognized as the Best Immigration Consultants in Toronto, Ontario in 2026 by Quality Business Awards Canada for helping people across Canada and around the world navigate Canadian immigration.
How we help you immigrate from Russia to Canada
Permanent residence
We can assess your fit for Express Entry and help with the stage you have reached. That may mean preparing a profile, reviewing your own work or preparing an application after an invitation.
Explore our Express Entry services for your move from Russia →
Spousal sponsorship
We help couples assess sponsorship and prepare their application. You can choose application support or a review of a file you have prepared. The agreed service reflects your relationship and circumstances.
Spousal sponsorship help for couples with a partner from Russia →
Work permits
Have a Canadian job opportunity? We can assess the relevant work permit options and help prepare your application. We explain eligibility concerns before you commit to application work.
Study permits
Planning to study in Canada? We can review your circumstances and help prepare your study permit application. Discuss your educational plans and the support you need with a licensed consultant.
Refusals and changed circumstances
Already living outside Russia, facing a refusal or unsure how an earlier application affects your plans? Discuss your situation with us. We can assess the issue before recommending further work.
Client feedback about our firm
“Excellent support and very professional service. They helped me prepare my immigration application and guided me through all the documents step by step. I really appreciate their patience, clear explanations and kindness. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs help with immigration paperwork.”
— Arpine
“Vahe and his team helped me secure specialized trades employees for my company. Thank you for all you have done to assist us”
— James
“They were great to work with and helped with my very specific situation. Incredible profesionals.”
— Izadora
“I must admit that I’m not the greatest at doing anything referring to anything that’s legal or immigration related but I have never felt so at ease as they made my experience so clear and easy that they are definitely my go to team without any questions. Thank you again gentlemen for your expertise!!!”
— Cornell
Meet your immigration consultant
Trusted Toronto immigration team helping individuals and families with spousal sponsorships, work permits, visitor visas, and permanent residence.
Narek Mirzoyan
Narek Mirzoyan is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC#R1005184) in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants, a proud member of the Canadian Association Of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC), a Licensed Paralegal (P12490) with the Law Society of Ontario, the founder of Mirzoyan Canadian Immigration Services Inc. and immigrated to Canada himself. That experience shapes how he explains each step to clients.
Vahe Mirzoyan
Vahe Mirzoyan is a seasoned Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC # R514223), and a Licensed Paralegal (P11602) with over a decade of dedicated experience working with individuals, corporations, and institutions on the full spectrum of Canadian immigration law. With a career built on precision, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to client success, Vahe has established himself as a trusted authority in Canadian immigration.
Discuss your case in Russian
You can discuss your immigration plans with our team in Russian. Explain your circumstances, ask questions and understand the proposed work in a language you are comfortable using. Online consultations are available from Russia and abroad. Let us know your preferred language when booking.
How we work with you
Start with a conversation. Tell us why you want to move and what you need help with. You do not need to arrive knowing which program to choose.
Discuss your options. A paid consultation gives you time to ask questions and understand the next steps relevant to your situation.
Agree on the work. If you retain us, your written agreement confirms the service and professional fee. Application preparation and a review are different services.
Move forward with support. Your consultant prepares and reviews the agreed application work with you. Submission and follow-up responsibilities are set out in your agreement.
You can meet online or by phone. We offer service in Russian, English and Armenian, so you can explain important details comfortably.
Frequently asked questions
Is Canada accepting Russian immigrants?
Yes. Russian citizens can apply through Canadian immigration programs if they meet the relevant eligibility and admissibility requirements. Canada’s Russia information page directs applicants to immigration services. Check submission arrangements carefully: IRCC says VACs in Russia no longer accept passports or documents. When asked to submit a passport, choose a VAC outside Russia that accepts documents and follow the instructions in your request.
Can Russian people travel to Canada?
Yes, if they meet Canada’s entry requirements and hold the required travel documents. Russian passport holders generally need a visitor visa. IRCC’s travel-document rules differ for Canadian permanent residents, dual Canadian citizens and US lawful permanent residents, so check your status as well as your passport. If your plan is to work or study, review the relevant permit requirements before booking travel.
What are the requirements for a Canada work permit?
Requirements depend on the type of work permit and where you apply. Applicants outside Canada need the forms and evidence in their IRCC document checklist, plus any applicable employer documents. A Russian citizen applying from another country must also provide proof of their immigration status there. For many LMIA-exempt employer-specific applications, the employer supplies an offer-of-employment number beginning with A followed by seven digits.
How long does it take to get a Canadian work permit?
There is no single processing time for all applicants. Use IRCC’s processing-time tool for a work permit from outside Canada and select the country you are applying from. A Russian citizen living elsewhere should use that location rather than automatically selecting Russia. The displayed estimate is not a maximum or a guarantee, so it should not be treated as a confirmed employment start date.
How much does a 2-year work permit in Canada cost?
The standard IRCC work-permit fee is CAD $155 per person; the fee list does not set a separate two-year rate. An open work permit normally adds CAD $100, and biometrics may add CAD $85. Exemptions can apply. For an application from Russia, also budget for any required translations and separate professional fees. IRCC’s application guide warns that insufficient processing fees can cause an application to be returned.
Discuss your move to Canada
You may be planning a permanent move, joining your partner or exploring a Canadian opportunity. Speak with us about the help you need.
Russian-speaking consultants. Online appointments from Russia and abroad.
General service information only. Eligibility and approval depend on your circumstances and the applicable requirements. Government fees and other application costs are separate from professional fees.