Some foreign workers arriving in Canada will be exempt from biometrics requirement

Canada is providing flexibility in all immigration processes to help foreign nationals enter the country during the coronavirus pandemic. Just recently, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has proclaimed that it will enact a temporary measure that will exempt certain temporary foreign workers from providing their biometrics before they arrive in Canada if the site for biometrics collection is closed due to coronavirus related service disruptions. Also Read: How to Get a Job in Canada? The Ultimate Guide Temporary foreign workers belonging to sectors such as health-care, agri-food, and agriculture are part of this exemption list. Truck drivers are also exempt from giving biometrics. The Immigration Ministry observes that several of these foreign workers have already provided their biometrics as many of them have previously worked in Canada. However, Canada will ensure the safety of the country by making sure that it collects biometrics for all temporary foreign workers.

Arrival in Canada

When temporary foreign workers arrive in Canada at the Point of Entry (POE), they may be asked to give their biometrics to the concerning authority. Nonetheless, IRCC has now relaxed the requirement for biometrics for certain workers. Furthermore, they are screened by the Canada Border Services Agency to verify their purpose of travel. Because as per the current guidelines, only essential travel is permitted by Canada. Also, all the TFWs arriving in Canada must undergo self-quarantine for a period of 14 days.

Biometrics for entry into Canada

Individuals have to submit their fingerprints, photo, and pay a fee. Biometrics help Canada to accurately verify the identity of foreign travelers arriving in the country. Biometrics are required for all foreign nationals who apply for a study permit, visitor visa, work permit (except U.S. citizens), permanent residence, or visa extension.