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Quebec Immigration Service Fees Set to Increase in 2025
The Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, and Integration (MIFI) has announced an upcoming increase in Quebec immigration service fees effective January 1, 2025. This adjustment reflects changes in Quebec’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), ensuring that fees align with economic indicators. If you’re planning to immigrate to Quebec or use its immigration services, here’s everything you need to know about the new Quebec immigration fee structure.
Why Are Quebec Immigration Fees Increasing?
The MIFI adjusts its fees annually based on the Financial Administration Act. This ensures that service costs keep pace with inflation and maintain the sustainability of immigration programs. For 2025, the increase is set at 2.8%, reflecting changes in the Consumer Price Index for Quebec.
This adjustment impacts all immigration services, from permanent residency applications to temporary visas and other related services.
Updated Fee Structure
Here’s a detailed look at the revised fees effective January 1, 2025:
| Service | Up to December 31, 2024 | As of January 1, 2025 |
| Permanent Immigration | ||
| Application for Permanent Selection | ||
| Business People | ||
| – Investors | $17,380 | $17,875 |
| – Entrepreneur/Self-Employed Worker | $1,211 | $1,246 |
| Skilled Worker | $895 | $821 |
| Accompanying Family Member | $192 | $197 |
| Employer Request for Job Validation | $222 | $228 |
| Guarantor Commitment | ||
| – First Foreign National | $319 | $328 |
| – Each Additional Foreign National | $128 | $132 |
| Temporary Immigration | ||
| Application for Temporary Selection | ||
| Accompanying Family Member | $197 | |
| Temporary Worker | $222 | $228 |
| Employer Job Offer Assessment | $222 | $228 |
| Foreign Student | $128 | $132 |
| Temporary Stay for Medical Attention | $128 | $132 |
| Immigration Consultant Services | $1,211 | $1,246 |
| Application for Recognition | $1,853 | $1,906 |
| Renewal of Recognition | $1,508 | $1,551 |
How Will This Impact Applicants?
- Permanent Residency Applicants: The fee increase applies across all streams, including investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers. While the changes are modest, applicants should factor them into their budgets.
- Temporary Residents: Students, temporary workers, and employers submitting job validation requests will see slight adjustments in their fees.
- Immigration Consultants: Those applying for recognition or renewing their credentials will need to pay higher fees, reflecting the administrative efforts involved.
Planning Your Next Steps
If you’re considering applying for any Quebec immigration programs, it’s advisable to submit your application before the end of 2024 to avoid the higher fees. For those planning long-term, budgeting for these changes is crucial.
Quebec’s immigration programs continue to offer robust opportunities for individuals seeking to build their futures in Canada. Despite the fee adjustments, the province remains an attractive destination for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and families.
The increase in Quebec immigration fees for 2025 reflects the province’s efforts to maintain sustainable immigration services. Whether you’re applying as a skilled worker or a business investor, planning ahead can help you navigate these changes effectively. For the latest updates on Quebec immigration and more insights into Canada’s immigration policies, stay connected with the Canada Immigration News Podcast!
