Skilled workers and professionals: How to apply There are two application processes for skilled worker applicants to Canada: • the simplified application process and • the regular application process. You must use the regular process if: • you have been lawfully admitted to Canada for a period of at least one yearand you are submitting your application at the Canadian visa office in Buffalo or • you have been lawfully admitted into the United States for a period of at least one year and you are submitting your application at the Canadian visa office in Buffalo • you are a provincial nominee • you have been selected by Quebec • you are eligible for points for arranged employment. .