[IWantOut] 18-25M UK/SA -> Canada
Hello, first of all, please forgive me if I am misinformed or being ridiculous in anything I say in this post. I have tried to do as much research as I can beforehand, but I thought it would also be wise to ask here for advice and opinions.
To begin with, I hold two nationalities: those of the United Kingdom and South Africa. Education-wise I did go to school but never officially graduated from school so I have no diploma. I am an online freelancer, (I do different jobs online)
My reasons for moving are primarily financial. I also genuinely want to move to a much colder climate. A better financial situation would be a bonus.
Regarding Canada,
My idea was to go on an IEC visa and consider doing a pre-apprenticeship—a program of less than 6 months because, from my understanding, you don't need a study visa if your program is shorter than 6 months. (Please correct me if this is incorrect.) The plan is to obtain a certification and then find work (it doesn't have to be high-paying) or an apprenticeship just to gain work experience. Combined with the certification, I hope to accumulate enough points in the Express Entry system to qualify for permanent residency. I believe this plan is feasible despite some constraints, though I am aware I might be overlooking many factors that need to be considered. I'm not particular about which trade I pursue.
Regarding the United Kingdom,
Being a UK national by birth, this is very easy for me legally. My problem is that I lived there for a while and have heard many stories about how the UK has declined. Because I lived there a while back, I fear I will be disappointed by how much it's changed. I’m aware it's probably the same situation in Canada, but I never lived in Canada, so any decline will probably not be noticeable to me. I would prefer Canada, but I'm not sure it's feasible for me.