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Old 3rd Jan 2018, 17:25
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Companies won't sponsor non-residents

Originally Posted by WickedWings
If I can ask some advice

What the chances of getting a job, any aviation job, without the right to live and work? Are there any companies that will sponsor a pilot, of is it not going to happen?

I have 2000hrs, mostly on caravan's in the bush in Africa. Me and my wife both qualify for the express entry program and it would make it much easier to complete the process of PR if one of us just receives a job offer.

No ATPL yet because of night hours...bush flying....

My TC medical is done, and I am busy with the license conversion.

Any input would be appreciated
I have my PR and I came to Canada as a student, graduated to get a work permit and ultimately became a Permanent Resident under the Express Entry scheme. Companies won't sponsor non-residents to fill their Pilot vacancies. The demand isn't that bad (yet). If you're looking to increase your Express Entry points, I highly recommend giving your IELTS or CELPIP again..a good score makes a difference.
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