{"id":2946,"date":"2025-09-27T12:31:03","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T12:31:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/?p=2946"},"modified":"2025-09-27T12:45:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T12:45:24","slug":"quebec-experience-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-canada\/quebec\/quebec-experience-program\/","title":{"rendered":"PEQ (Qu\u00e9bec Experience Program)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) is a fast-track immigration program in Quebec for people with work or study experience in the province. It is one of <a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-canada\/quebec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quebec\u2019s immigration programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> In 2025, both PEQ streams are paused, Graduates (since Oct 31, 2024) and <a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-canada\/work\/temporary-foreign-worker-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Temporary Foreign Workers<\/a> (since June 5, 2025), until Nov 30, 2025. When intake resumes, you\u2019ll apply in Arrima, pay CSQ fees (C$921 principal + C$197 per family member), complete the AVDQ values attestation, receive your CSQ, then apply to IRCC for PR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PEQ at a Glance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Status (2025): New PEQ applications not accepted until Nov 30, 2025; existing files continue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Streams: PEQ Graduates, PEQ Temporary Foreign Workers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French: Oral B2 \/ level 7 with accepted proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steps (when open): Arrima \u2192 Pay CSQ fees \u2192 AVDQ \u2192 CSQ \u2192 IRCC PR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typical CSQ timeline: ~6 months when intake is open<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fees (Qu\u00e9bec stage): C$921 principal + C$197 per family member (indexed Jan 1, 2025)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While paused: Prepare French proof &amp; docs; consider PSTQ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-105\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-105\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Step<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">What it is<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">How long<\/th><th class=\"column-4\">What you need<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">1. Create file<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Fill PEQ in Arrima &amp; upload<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1\u20132 weeks<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Passport, permits, diplomas\/work letters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">2. Pay fees<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Pay MIFI CSQ fees<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1\u20132 weeks<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">C$921 + C$197\/dep. (2025)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">3. Values step<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Do AVDQ online\/module<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Days\u2013weeks<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Access link from MIFI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">4. Decision<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">CSQ issued if approved<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">~6 months<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Arrima inbox<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">5. Federal PR<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Apply to IRCC<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Varies<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Biometrics, medicals, IRCC fees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-105 from cache -->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ff87b3348e48b717f2d7e0c2f33745cf is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-037d570b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;color:#33515e;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;box-shadow:var(--wp--preset--shadow--natural)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-peq-paused-to-nov-30-2025-pstq-invitations-underway\">\ud83d\udea8 PEQ Paused to Nov 30, 2025; PSTQ Invitations Underway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PEQ intake paused:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temporary Foreign Workers (PEQ\u2013TFW): New applications stopped June 5, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qu\u00e9bec Graduates (PEQ\u2013Graduates): Pause that began October 31, 2024 is extended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both pauses run to: November 30, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternative pathway:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-canada\/quebec\/quebec-skilled-worker-selection-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PSTQ (Skilled Worker Selection Program)<\/a>: Invitations began in July 2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-happens-when-peq-reopens-who-s-eligible-when-peq-intake-resumes\">What Happens When PEQ Reopens Who\u2019s Eligible When PEQ Intake Resumes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two streams with general conditions (18+, plan to settle\/work in Qu\u00e9bec, valid status, financial self-sufficiency, French), plus stream-specific rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-peq-nbsp-graduates-when-open\">PEQ ,&nbsp; Graduates (when open)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Studies: Qualifying Qu\u00e9bec diploma. Since Nov 23, 2024, graduates generally must have studied in French (e.g., \u226575% of credits in French) or have three full years of studies in French (in Qu\u00e9bec or abroad). [VERIFY details on reopening]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French: Oral French \u2248 B2 \/ level 7, with accepted proof.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Status &amp; timing: Meet conditions at application; check if any added work-experience rules apply at reopening.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-peq-nbsp-temporary-foreign-workers-when-open\">PEQ ,&nbsp; Temporary Foreign Workers (when open)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work experience: Recent skilled work in Qu\u00e9bec (confirm months\/TEER when intake resumes).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French: Oral French level 7 with accepted proof.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Status: Be legally in Qu\u00e9bec; some sector\/employer limits may apply.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AVDQ: Required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Share your status, diploma\/job, and French proof, we\u2019ll map PEQ vs. PSTQ for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/info-PEQ-Documents-checklist.webp\" alt=\"PEQ Documents checklist\" class=\"wp-image-2992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/info-PEQ-Documents-checklist.webp 1500w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/info-PEQ-Documents-checklist-300x240.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/info-PEQ-Documents-checklist-1024x819.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/info-PEQ-Documents-checklist-768x614.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-the-peq-application-works-arrima-steps\">How the PEQ Application Works (Arrima steps)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare documents: Passport; permits\/CAQ (if relevant); diplomas\/transcripts (Graduates); Qu\u00e9bec pay slips &amp; employer letters (TFW); French proof; civil status; proof of funds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create\/submit in Arrima: Upload, pay CSQ fees, and submit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acknowledgement: Watch your Arrima inbox\/email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Values step: Complete the AVDQ online or approved session.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decision \u2192 CSQ: If approved, you receive your CSQ.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federal PR: Apply to IRCC for medical\/security checks and final PR. (Federal timing varies, check the tool.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-peq-required-documents\">PEQ Required Documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identity &amp; civil status: Passport; birth\/marriage certificates; translations if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qu\u00e9bec status\/history: Work\/study permits; CAQ (if relevant); entry records; pay slips + T4\/RL-1 (TFW); proof of residence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education (Graduates): Diplomas + final transcripts; proof program in French or 3 full years of study in French (as applicable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work (TFW): Employer letters (duties, hours, dates), pay records, tax slips; job must meet eligibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French: Accepted test results (TEF\/TEFAQ, TCF Canada\/TCF Qu\u00e9bec) or recognized studies in French (per MIFI list).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other: AVDQ attestation; proof of financial self-sufficiency; signed forms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-language-requirement-french-b2\">Language Requirement (French B2)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PEQ needs spoken French at level 7 \/ B2. Common proofs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standardized tests: TEF\/TEFAQ, TCF Canada\/TCF Qu\u00e9bec meeting the oral scores;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study in French: transcripts showing three full years in French (Qu\u00e9bec or abroad);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In some cases, a Qu\u00e9bec professional order document or recognized diploma in French. Always match proof to MIFI\u2019s accepted list and validity windows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fees-you-should-budget-quebec-federal\">Fees You Should Budget (Qu\u00e9bec + Federal)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MIFI (CSQ \u2013 PEQ category): C$921 principal + C$197 per accompanying family member (effective Jan 1, 2025; indexed annually).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other costs: French test fees; translations\/notarizations; police certs; medical exam; biometrics; IRCC PR fees (federal).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-after-the-csq-the-federal-pr-stage\">After the CSQ: the Federal PR Stage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your CSQ, submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-canada\/canada-permanent-residence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PR<\/a> application to IRCC. The federal stage covers biometrics, medical, and security checks. Timelines change, confirm on IRCC\u2019s tool before travel or job moves.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prefer a plan while PEQ is paused? Book a 15-minute consult or check PSTQ eligibility now so you\u2019re not waiting at the last minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PEQ remains a solid path for people who study or work in Qu\u00e9bec, but new applications are paused until November 30, 2025. Use this time well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>boost your French to B2 (level 7)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organize key documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your status in good shape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;If PEQ is your goal, be ready on day one of reopening; if not, the PSTQ can be a smart backup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446115843\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is PEQ accepting new applications right now?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Both streams are paused until Nov 30, 2025; submitted files continue.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446128282\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I still become a PR through Qu\u00e9bec while PEQ is paused?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Consider PSTQ or a suitable pilot; PSTQ invitation rounds are active.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446136527\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What French level do I need for PEQ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Level 7 (\u2248 B2) oral French, proven by an accepted test or study in French history.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446148687\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">I graduated in English in Qu\u00e9bec. Am I eligible for PEQ \u2013 Graduates?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As of Nov 23, 2024, Graduates generally must have studied in French (e.g., \u226575% of credits) or three full years in French; re-check the exact wording at reopening.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446155223\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How fast is PEQ once it\u2019s open?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Historically many CSQ files finished in ~6 months, but this can change, confirm when intake reopens.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446162130\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where do I apply?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Through Arrima; you\u2019ll upload docs, pay fees, and receive messages there, and complete AVDQ.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446176051\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much are Qu\u00e9bec fees at the CSQ stage?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As of Jan 1, 2025: C$921 (principal) + C$197 per family member; indexed annually.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446181426\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I switch from PEQ planning to PSTQ while waiting?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, keep your Arrima profile current and monitor invitations.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446192762\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does my spouse need French for PEQ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Spouse rules differ by stream and time; verify current requirements at submission.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758446202339\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I work while waiting for PR?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Options depend on your status and employer; check current work-permit pathways.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember: This article isn\u2019t legal advice; policies change. Verify on official sites.<br>Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/quebec.ca\">quebec.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ)! Fast-track your path to permanent residency with work or study experience in Quebec.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2969,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2946","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quebec"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.2 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>PEQ (Qu\u00e9bec Experience Program) | Sugimoto Visa<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"PEQ is paused to Nov 30, 2025. 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