Hello,

I am a Belgian citizen, living in Belgium, with a Canadian girlfriend. We have decided I will move to Canada, so the past few days I have been gathering info on the subject. I know what options are available to me, but I'm not quite sure which one works best (and by 'best' I mean: 'will get me into Canada the fastest').

My situation:

- I should qualify for PR as a Federal Skilled Worker;

- My past work experience should allow me to find a job that meets the requirements listed in the national confirmation program for Information Technology Workers.

I realise the latter option - finding a job within the national confirmation program - should be the fastest way to enter the country. Some questions remain, however:

- Is overseas job-hunting a viable option?

- Should I already apply for PR as a Skilled Worker here in Europe (Paris, for Belgians) or wait with that application until I get to Canada on a temporary working permit?

- If I do start the PR process here in Europe, can I somehow transfer the paperwork to Canada if and when I find employment?

- Is a year of living and working in London, England, sufficient proof of my English language skills (I am a native speaker of Dutch) or will the Skilled Worker PR application demand additional certificates?

- Is a lifetime of schooling in Belgium (where French is a big part of the curriculum, Belgium being partially French-speaking - just like Canada) sufficient proof of my French language skills or will the Skilled Worker PR application demand additional certificates?

Thanks in advance for any info you can give me!

Robin.