Is it a wise choice to move to Canada for a IT pro earning 70k/month in India

[aruviaravind]

Hi,I am Aravind working in IT company as a mainframe support and not a developer though, earning 70k/month. I have 4.5 years of experience and almost 27 now, I am thinking to move to Canada by taking a 2 year programme and working in part time first and then after studies have to try to land a job ? Am I likely to land a job after my studies in my own field of experience which is mainframe support also will I be called to interview and be given a chance to work in any IT technology even though I have exp in mainframe ?

 

[foodie69]

70k what? Rupees? Canadian Dollars?

 

[mkcan]

Rupees. He mentioned he is working in India. So, Rs. 70,000 per month..which is quite good for a 27 year old.
Why don't you trying going as an immigrant directly? Your profile seems good. They always want IT professionals and if you've done masters, even better.

 

[aruviaravind]

I didn't do master in India yet, Yes I checked for Express entry for canada but I dont have sufficient points, mine comes 334 but the last lot picked for express entry was 430 even if I do masters in India I dont thing my points would go up to the need

Rupees. He mentioned he is working in India. So, Rs. 70,000 per month..which is quiet good for a 27 year old.
Why don't you trying going as an immigrant directly? Your profile seems good. They always want IT professionals and if you've done masters, even better.

 

[aruviaravind]

Yes Rupees my friend

70k what? Rupees? Canadian Dollars?

 

[mkcan]

I didn't do master in India yet, Yes I checked for Express entry for canada but I dont have sufficient points, mine comes 334 but the last lot picked for express entry was 430 even if I do masters in India I dont thing my points would go up to the need

Okay. Well, I think masters would get you points somewhere around 400, which is not bad but then you will HAVE TO do Masters, inorder to increase your score. So, doing it from Canada itself would be a better option. What's your IELTS score?

And about opportunities in Canada, there are plenty, especially in IT (according to my research). But you might have to start from a lower level than what you are at in India.

 

[xpressentry]

If you improve your language scores and get a CLB 9 and above, your scores will increase. If you want to study further, your fees as an international student will be very high as compared to the fees as a PR. As a PR, you can work for whoever you want for as many hours as you want without any restriction alongside your studies. As an international student, you are limited to fixed hours of work.

With regards to your earning potential, you are young and can always start at a junior role and work your way up. You need to consider what your priorities are. Earning and saving money is important as with working anywhere in the world. You have to consider that in India, you have the option of living rent free with your parents and there is no problem as that is the accepted norm. Also, in India, you can afford to hire help to clean and cook. In Canada, taxes, rent, travel, utility bills and hired help is very expensive. You would be leaving your comfort zone. You would have to cook, clean, etc on your own but you would be living in a safe and clean country with lots of open spaces, better facilities and less corruption.

There is no harm in going to Canada as you have all the time in the world to take risks and explore the other side of the world. If things dont work out for you or you realise that the country isn't what you are looking for, you have the option of going back to your INR 70k a month job.

 

[aruviaravind]

My IELTS score is 7,

My only worry is My parents want me to get married by 30 and its better to get married by 30, so If finish my studies in canada at 29 I will have few months to settle in job but as you said I will start in lower level which might be good if I convert to INR but staying there with a spouse will cost me heavy and ofcourse in arranged marriage first I need to get someone of my family standard, it will be like I would have got a good marriage with 70k in India than earning starter level in a distant country because mostly I will be rejected as I wont be able to manage a family with that salary in canada, its not that I give much importance to marriage its just I am afraid I will get a screwed marriage because I am 30 with low level salary

Okay. Well, I think masters would get you points somewhere around 400, which is not bad but then you will HAVE TO do Masters, inorder to increase your score. So, doing it from Canada itself would be a better option. What's your IELTS score?

And about opportunities in Canada, there are plenty, especially in IT (according to my research). But you might have to start from a lower level than what you are at in India.

 

[aruviaravind]

I took only general for which I scored 7 I can try to get 9 in academic but its not that easy though
so tell me based on my profile as bachelor with 4.5 years of exp at age 27 if I score a 9 and do masters here in india do you think my score will go above 40 Points ?

Also my plan is to go to Vanquer with my friend where we can stay with his cousin family rent free and food free, is it a very good option in this case ?

I am just worried
1. If I can land a job after my studies at 29 ?
2. If I land a job I will get lower level income will that ok for me manage if I get married at 30 ?
3. based on above cases is it worth to leave a job in india with 70k salary ? you mentioned that I can still get back to India if I dont like it there but I am not even sure I will be able to get a similar job with similar salary as I will be having a 2 years gap in my work

If you improve your language scores and get a CLB 9 and above, your scores will increase. If you want to study further, your fees as an international student will be very high as compared to the fees as a PR. As a PR, you can work for whoever you want for as many hours as you want without any restriction alongside your studies. As an international student, you are limited to fixed hours of work.

With regards to your earning potential, you are young and can always start at a junior role and work your way up. You need to consider what your priorities are. Earning and saving money is important as with working anywhere in the world. You have to consider that in India, you have the option of living rent free with your parents and there is no problem as that is the accepted norm. Also, in India, you can afford to hire help to clean and cook. In Canada, taxes, rent, travel, utility bills and hired help is very expensive. You would be leaving your comfort zone. You would have to cook, clean, etc on your own but you would be living in a safe and clean country with lots of open spaces, better facilities and less corruption.

There is no harm in going to Canada as you have all the time in the world to take risks and explore the other side of the world. If things dont work out for you or you realise that the country isn't what you are looking for, you have the option of going back to your INR 70k a month job.

 

[mkcan]

My IELTS score is 7,

My only worry is My parents want me to get married by 30 and its better to get married by 30, so If finish my studies in canada at 29 I will have few months to settle in job but as you said I will start in lower level which might be good if I convert to INR but staying there with a spouse will cost me heavy and ofcourse in arranged marriage first I need to get someone of my family standard, it will be like I would have got a good marriage with 70k in India than earning starter level in a distant country because mostly I will be rejected as I wont be able to manage a family with that salary in canada, its not that I give much importance to marriage its just I am afraid I will get a screwed marriage because I am 30 with low level salary

Okay, I can totally understand your situation because I have been in a similar kind of situation. Very coincidental!
Anyway, firstly, let me tell you one thing straight that moving to another country is VERY crucial decision, you should think of moving to Canada only if you are more or less PASSIONATE about it. You need to be very sure of your priorities! Moving to Canada should be one of the dreams of your life that you are striving to achieve. I am saying this because, you will be leaving your family, friends, job, everything behind and starting afresh in a new country so this decision cannot be taken just by the way. It will require hard work! Also, when you are passionate about something, all you see is just your GOAL, everything else like apprehensions / marriage etc. then take a back seat. No doubt, its good that you are considering all the positives and negatives, thinking in depth about the future but again I am saying that write down all the points why you want to go to Canada and set the priorities of your life very clear. What i can tell you from my 7-8 years of research and from what my Canadian cousins / friends have been telling me is that whoever has gone to Canada from a country like India has ONLY benefited from it.

Your concerns about not being able to get a job, etc. are all natural but you are doing decently well in India (in a metropolitan city i guess), I have known Indians from small towns who were nowhere doing as good as you, but have gone to Canada and excelled. I am saying this from my personal knowledge as of March 2017. You too can do some research about Canada's economy, growing industry sectors, about how accepting the country is to foreign immigrants, etc. I believe, every occupation, every individual is respected there.

You might make less money at 29 (or for a couple of more years) in Canada but your standard of living will be much better in Canada than of what it will be in India for your entire life! Also, usually husband and wife both earn in Canada and it's not very tough to manage a family. There are also benefits you receive from the government like education for kids is free for some years, medical insurance, etc. (Read up more about this)
Also, do keep in mind that when you go for interviews at 29, you can highlight your past work experience of India. Its not that you will be starting as a complete fresher. None of us can assure you a job, we can only discuss the possible opportunities in Canada. You can read up and familiarize yourself with the latest job scenarios. Also, you won't be having 2 years of "gap", instead you will be having 2 years of international study (that would be an up-gradation to your profile) so why would it be considered as a gap ?

Anyway, to sum it up, you need to decide - A good marriage in India at 30 OR a good marriage with a better life in Canada but could be at 32!?!

Some initial years of so-called struggle could give you lifelong of better quality life. Lastly, do keep in mind that in cases of marriage...fate and destiny also play a very vital role. So no matter how carefully you plan, things may or may not end up as you planned, be it in India or in Canada! That's why it's very important to know WHAT YOU REALLY WANT, WHAT YOUR HEART YEARNS FOR so that whatever happens you don't regret instead you will be proud that it was something you wholeheartedly opted for!

First, be sure of :

1. How much you really want to go to Canada ?
2. What are you willing to sacrifice for it ?
3. What's more important for you - getting a good marriage proposal at 30 / getting an international masters, international exposure, an option of living in a developed country with better quality life..?

Then decide HOW :

1. By doing masters in India and applying PR from India
OR
2. By going there, studying and getting international degree/exposure, then applying for PR from there


Also, do refer to 'XpressEntry's reply to your question .. it also entails the facts and practicalities of moving / not moving. Would like to conclude my opinion with .. as rightly said by 'XpressEntry' - there is no harm in going to Canada as you are young and have all the time in the world to take risks and explore the other side of the world.

All the best with whatever you choose!

** Please note - My reply is totally based on my personal views and I truly hope it helps you! **

 

[xpressentry]

i cant post my actual reply on this post. I'm getting an error. I have sent a message to the OP

 

[aruviaravind]

Thanks a lot for a detailed explanation its is very useful

Yeah I understand I should go towards which I want more but I am biased on different things as Canada or Marriage or start a business as small scale.

Okay, I can totally understand your situation because I have been in a similar kind of situation. Very coincidental!
Anyway, firstly, let me tell you one thing straight that moving to another country is VERY crucial decision, you should think of moving to Canada only if you are more or less PASSIONATE about it. You need to be very sure of your priorities! Moving to Canada should be one of the dreams of your life that you are striving to achieve. I am saying this because, you will be leaving your family, friends, job, everything behind and starting afresh in a new country so this decision cannot be taken just by the way. It will require hard work! Also, when you are passionate about something, all you see is just your GOAL, everything else like apprehensions / marriage etc. then take a back seat. No doubt, its good that you are considering all the positives and negatives, thinking in depth about the future but again I am saying that write down all the points why you want to go to Canada and set the priorities of your life very clear. What i can tell you from my 7-8 years of research and from what my Canadian cousins / friends have been telling me is that whoever has gone to Canada from a country like India has ONLY benefited from it.

Your concerns about not being able to get a job, etc. are all natural but you are doing decently well in India (in a metropolitan city i guess), I have known Indians from small towns who were nowhere doing as good as you, but have gone to Canada and excelled. I am saying this from my personal knowledge as of March 2017. You too can do some research about Canada's economy, growing industry sectors, about how accepting the country is to foreign immigrants, etc. I believe, every occupation, every individual is respected there.

You might make less money at 29 (or for a couple of more years) in Canada but your standard of living will be much better in Canada than of what it will be in India for your entire life! Also, usually husband and wife both earn in Canada and it's not very tough to manage a family. There are also benefits you receive from the government like education for kids is free for some years, medical insurance, etc. (Read up more about this)
Also, do keep in mind that when you go for interviews at 29, you can highlight your past work experience of India. Its not that you will be starting as a complete fresher. None of us can assure you a job, we can only discuss the possible opportunities in Canada. You can read up and familiarize yourself with the latest job scenarios. Also, you won't be having 2 years of "gap", instead you will be having 2 years of international study (that would be an up-gradation to your profile) so why would it be considered as a gap ?

Anyway, to sum it up, you need to decide - A good marriage in India at 30 OR a good marriage with a better life in Canada but could be at 32!?!

Some initial years of so-called struggle could give you lifelong of better quality life. Lastly, do keep in mind that in cases of marriage...fate and destiny also play a very vital role. So no matter how carefully you plan, things may or may not end up as you planned, be it in India or in Canada! That's why it's very important to know WHAT YOU REALLY WANT, WHAT YOUR HEART YEARNS FOR so that whatever happens you don't regret instead you will be proud that it was something you wholeheartedly opted for!

First, be sure of :

1. How much you really want to go to Canada ?
2. What are you willing to sacrifice for it ?
3. What's more important for you - getting a good marriage proposal at 30 / getting an international masters, international exposure, an option of living in a developed country with better quality life..?

Then decide HOW :

1. By doing masters in India and applying PR from India
OR
2. By going there, studying and getting international degree/exposure, then applying for PR from there


Also, do refer to 'XpressEntry's reply to your question .. it also entails the facts and practicalities of moving / not moving. Would like to conclude my opinion with .. as rightly said by 'XpressEntry' - there is no harm in going to Canada as you are young and have all the time in the world to take risks and explore the other side of the world.

All the best with whatever you choose!

** Please note - My reply is totally based on my personal views and I truly hope it helps you! **

 

[aruviaravind]

yeah I saw you message in my mail it was very detailed and useful.

i cant post my actual reply on this post. I'm getting an error. I have sent a message to the OP