Can a Pharmacy Technician from Jordan Immigrate to Canada?

Q: Can a Pharmacy Technician from Jordan immigrate to Canada?

Yes, Pharmacy Technicians from Jordan can immigrate to Canada. Programs include Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and employer-sponsored LMIA work permits. There are currently 49 active job openings.

Yes — here are the immigration pathways, active jobs, and salary data for pharmacy technicians from Jordan looking to move to Canada.

Active Jobs

Employers

High

Demand Level

IEC Eligible

Immigration Pathways for Jordan Citizens

Express Entry

Permanent Residence

Citizens of Jordan can apply through Express Entry (FSW, CEC, or FST) based on CRS score.

Employer-Sponsored LMIA

Temporary Work

A Canadian employer can sponsor a worker from Jordan through the LMIA process for a work permit.

Key Requirements

Work Experience

You need at least two years of full-time paid work experience in a skilled trade. A valid trade certification or qualification may also be required for the Federal Skilled Trades program.

Language Tests

You must prove your English or French skills by taking an approved language test. IELTS General Training or CELPIP are accepted for English; TEF Canada or TCF Canada for French. A CLB 7 or higher in all abilities is recommended for Express Entry.

Education & Credential Assessment

Pharmacy credentials from Jordan must be assessed by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC). You will need to pass the PEBC Evaluating and Qualifying exams.

Licensing and Registration

Pharmacy is a regulated profession. Provincial licensing, jurisprudence exams, and structured practical training are required.

Job Offer

While a valid job offer no longer adds CRS points (removed March 2025), it remains an eligibility requirement for some Express Entry programs and is needed for employer-sponsored work permits. There are currently 49 active pharmacy technician openings on Job Bank.

Proof of Funds

You must show you have enough money to support yourself and your family when you arrive in Canada. The current minimum is $15,263 for a single applicant and $28,362 for a family of 4. This requirement is waived if you have a valid Canadian job offer.

Family Size	Minimum Funds (CAD)
1 (Single)	$15,263
2 (Couple)	$19,001
3	$23,360
4	$28,362
5	$32,168
6	$36,280
7	$40,392
Each additional member	+$4,112

Eligible Programs for Pharmacy Technicians

Express Entry (FSW)

High Match

Federal Skilled Worker program for qualified professionals with work experience.

Provincial Nominee Program

High Match

Provinces nominate workers with in-demand skills. Adds 600 CRS points.

Temporary Work Permit (LMIA)

High Match

Employer-sponsored LMIA work permit — gain Canadian experience, then transition to PR.

Atlantic Immigration Program

Medium Match

Employer-driven program for Atlantic Canada with faster processing.

International Experience Canada

Medium Match

Working holiday or young professional visa for eligible countries.

Pharmacy Technician Salaries in Canada

Province	Median	Low	High
Canada	$24.83/hr	$17.50	$34.20
Alberta	$27.31/hr	$18.50	$39.24
British Columbia	$30.09/hr	$21.08	$34.44
Manitoba	$26.23/hr	$19.74	$33.25
New Brunswick	$26.43/hr	$21.14	$31.61
Newfoundland and Labrador	$26.01/hr	$20.91	$31.67
Northwest Territories	—	—	—
Nova Scotia	$24.90/hr	$19.40	$29.28
Nunavut	—	—	—
Ontario	$26.29/hr	$18.32	$36.01
Prince Edward Island	$18.00/hr	$15.00	$23.28
Quebec	$21.45/hr	$18.09	$28.03
Saskatchewan	$25.20/hr	$17.12	$35.97