{"id":34808,"date":"2024-06-12T10:41:13","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T14:41:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/?p=34808"},"modified":"2025-03-07T12:30:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T17:30:30","slug":"how-much-money-will-i-need-to-move-to-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/managing-money\/financial-first-steps\/how-much-money-will-i-need-to-move-to-canada","title":{"rendered":"How Much Money Will I Need to Move to Canada?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>How much money will I need to move to Canada? The answer depends on the size of your family. Applying to become a permanent resident (PR) in Canada can be a long process, including showing proof of funds to the Canadian visa office in your home country. Proof of funds shows that you have the minimum amount of settlement funds to move to Canada and support your family when you arrive. It\u2019s also helpful to research the cost of living in the city where you plan to settle to understand living costs. Discover how you can meet proof of funds requirements for&nbsp;Express Entry, minimum amounts, and documents (i.e. proof of funds letter) you\u2019ll need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Researching the cost of living in the city where you plan to settle will help you understand the average costs of renting or buying housing, transportation, food, childcare, etc. This will help you budget for expenses after your arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-steps-to-show-proof-of-funds-in-express-entry\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Steps to show proof of funds in express entry<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-determine-the-minimum-amount-you-acquire-to-show-proof-of-funds-for-pr-in-canada\">1. Determine the minimum amount you acquire to show proof of funds for PR in Canada<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You must show that you have enough money to settle in Canada and to cover living expenses such as housing, food, transit, and other costs. Living in Canada can be expensive depending on which city you settle in. For example, Vancouver is Canada\u2019s most expensive city and Toronto is the fifth most expensive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When calculating how much money you will need to move to Canada, remember to include&nbsp;Canada Permanent Resident Immigration Fees. To reduce financial pressure, ideally, you should have enough money to cover expenses until you land a job in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-assess-your-financial-situation\">2. Assess your financial situation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know the minimum settlement funds required, assess your financial situation. Consider how much money you have in savings, investments, cash, etc. You may discover that you need to improve your financial situation to show that you meet the minimum requirements. Or, you may find that you have a suitable amount of settlement funds for your new start in Canada!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-contact-your-financial-institution-to-obtain-a-proof-of-funds-letter\">3. Contact your financial institution to obtain a proof of funds letter <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are invited to apply for permanent residence, you must show you have the minimum funds available. These funds must be money that you can readily access. Your bank will provide a proof of funds letter that is written on the bank\u2019s letterhead and includes the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The bank\u2019s contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outstanding debts such as credit card debts and loans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Account number, the date the account was opened, current balance, and average balance for the last six months for each bank and current investment account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"rounded-btn border-b-2 border-light-grey bg-off-white lg:grid lg:grid-cols-3 gap-2\">\n    <article class=\"lg:col-span-2 flex flex-col gap-4 p-6 lg:p-12\">\n        <h3 class=\"text-2xl\">Arrive in Canada Financially Prepared<\/h3>\n        <p>Ready to take control of your financial journey in Canada? Join our expert-led online webinar! Learn essential banking tips to build a strong financial foundation. Hear from David Frattini, Managing Partner at Prepare for Canada, and Neil Dhanani, Financial Advisor at Scotiabank, as they guide you through everything you need to know.<\/p>\n                    <a class=\"flex flex-row w-fit gap-2 rounded-btn btn-secondary p-5 transition ease-in-out text-lg font-bold\"\n               href=\"https:\/\/2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/webinars\/finance-webinar\">REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\" fill=\"none\">\n                    <path\n                        d=\"M13.1752 20.175L14.8248 21.8247L22.6497 13.9999L14.8248 6.17505L13.1752 7.82472L18.1837 12.8332H7V15.1665H18.1837L13.1752 20.175Z\"\n                        fill=\"white\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/a>\n            <\/article>\n    <div class=\"relative lg:col-span-1\">\n                    <video src=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/01\/18123708\/Banking_In_Canada_webinar_for_newcomers.mp4\" autoplay loop playsinline muted\n                   class=\"absolute inset-0 h-full w-full object-cover rounded-3xl\"><\/video>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much money will I need for proof of funds?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you&nbsp;move to Canada, you need to show that you have the&nbsp;minimum&nbsp;amount of settlement funds set by IRCC. Known as&nbsp;proof of funds, this shows the Canadian government that you have enough money to settle in Canada and cover living expenses. If you have more than the minimum amount, list the amount in your Express Entry profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updates how much you require each year based on family size. These figures are current as of May 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Number of Family Members<\/th><th>Funds Required (Canadian Dollars)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>$14,690<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>$18,288<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>$22,483<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>$27,297<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>$30,690<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6<\/td><td>$34,917<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7<\/td><td>$38,875<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>For each additional family member, add<\/td><td>$3,958<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>The amount of settlement funds you require depends on the size of your family. <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/express-entry\/documents\/proof-funds.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source: IRCC May, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Who needs to show proof of funds?<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You must show proof of funds if you are applying using the:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Federal Skilled Worker Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federal Skilled Trades Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You do NOT have to show proof of funds if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a&nbsp;valid job offer&nbsp;in Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are currently working or authorized to work in Canada, OR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have been invited to apply for the Canadian Experience Class.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-to-obtain-and-maintain-proof-of-funds-for-canada-pr\"><strong>Tips to obtain and maintain proof of funds for Canada PR<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Update your Express Entry Profile&nbsp;if there is a change in your settlement funds. You need to update your profile to maintain your eligibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid unnecessary spending to ensure you have the minimum amount of settlement funds available and can access the funds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain a financial buffer to meet any unexpected expenses or fluctuations in the exchange rate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-money-can-i-bring-when-i-move-to-canada\"><strong>How much money can I bring when I move to Canada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While you must meet the minimum amount of proof of funds, you can bring as much money as you wish to make it easier to move to Canada and find a home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you cross the border and enter Canada, Canadian customs regulations require you to declare if you bring more than C$10,000 into Canada. You may be fined or imprisoned if you do not tell them. To avoid this, declare how much money you are bringing and expect to pay duty (a fee) on the amount greater than $10,000 Canadian. These funds could be in the form of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stocks, bonds, debentures, treasury bills, etc., or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bankers\u2019 drafts, cheques, travellers\u2019 cheques, or money orders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much money can I bring when I move to Canada?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the minimum funds you require, exceeding the minimum is helpful. Additional money will help you to settle in Canada easily and reduce financial pressure. It\u2019s smart to research the cost of living in the city where you plan to settle. The additional amount of funds that you require will vary based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Location and city where choose to live, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider any additional financial needs that you and your family may have. Each family will have different financial needs. Also, it\u2019s a good idea to research how much things cost in the city where you plan to live. Here are some guidelines to help you assess how much you may need (costs do not include airfare or moving expenses):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One adult moving alone: $25,000 CDN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One couple moving together: $30,000 CDN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A couple with one child under 10 years: $33,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A couple with a child over 10: $35,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For each additional child under 10: add $1,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For each child additional child over 10: add $2,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>These guidelines will provide you with breathing room to settle in Canada with financial ease. Depending on your budget, this should cover basic living expenses for four to six months while searching for a job.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-researching-the-cost-of-living-in-canada\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Researching the cost of living in Canada<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Living costs vary across Canada so it&#8217;s important to research average housing, utility, transportation, childcare, food, and other essential costs. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Toronto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Numbeo<\/a>, among Canada&#8217;s most expensive cities are Toronto, Vancouver, Markham, Calgary, and Brampton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Housing costs will be your largest expense whether you rent or buy a home so research average housing costs and salaries for your profession in Canada.  Choosing cities that offer affordable housing and lucrative jobs is your best option. Toronto and Vancouver, Canada&#8217;s largest and most sought-after cities, are major job hubs, however, housing costs are the highest. 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