IQAS Verification (Canada)IQAS Verification from Pakistan for Alberta PNP
IQAS is the Alberta government credential assessment body and is accepted by IRCC for Express Entry. It is often cheaper than WES, though evaluation takes longer.
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When IQAS is the better choice over WES
The International Qualifications Assessment Service is operated by the Government of Alberta. It evaluates foreign credentials for immigration, employment, and licensing across Canada. IRCC accepts IQAS reports for Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs.
The route from Pakistan follows the instructions IQAS gives for your institution. Some files use HEC verification and a sealed envelope, while others require a direct university record. We check the source rules before the documents move.
Some applicants choose IQAS over WES because IQAS evaluates certain university programs that WES may not recognise. IQAS is also a common choice for Alberta PNP applicants, since the province runs the service.
We handle the applicable Pakistan-side filing and international mailing. IQAS evaluation runs separately and the waiting period depends on its queue.
Who uses IQAS from Pakistan
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Turnaround
Standard: 7-10 business days
Express options available
Where it is used
Pickup and delivery
Collection and return by courier in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, Peshawar.
How we prepare documents for IQAS
We check the IQAS instructions for your institution, arrange HEC or university filing as required, and send the documents to Edmonton under your reference number.
You apply on the IQAS portal
Create your IQAS account and share the reference number with us. IQAS assigns a file number under your name.
Required verification arranged
We follow the IQAS instructions for your institution and arrange HEC verification or the required university record.
Prepared and mailed to Edmonton
The verified documents are packaged in the format IQAS requires and shipped to Alberta under your reference number.
IQAS issues the assessment
IQAS evaluates your credentials on their end. This takes 8 to 12 weeks depending on their queue.
What we need for IQAS
Have these documents ready before you order. Missing papers usually add time.
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Original transcript
CNIC photocopy
IQAS application form
Passport photocopy
Check the latest recorded stage of your order.
Original degrees and certificates can be hard to replace. The order record shows collection, authority submission, completion, and return, with a note if another paper is requested.
WhatsApp updates when the stage changes
We send a message after a recorded submission or completion, so you do not need to call for the same update.
We send you scans before we ship
Before we hand your attested documents back to the courier, we upload high-resolution scans so you know the job is done.
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What IQAS applicants told us
Feedback from Pakistani applicants who chose IQAS for their Canadian immigration file.
"My PNP file needed IQAS rather than WES. They checked the institution instructions, prepared the sealed package for Edmonton, and finished their part in roughly ten working days. The rest was just waiting on Alberta."
Rizwan Sheikh
Gujranwala
"IQAS moves slower than WES but cost me less, which mattered on a tight budget. Attestdone managed the required Pakistan-side filing and overseas courier without trouble, and IRCC accepted the report. Just plan for the longer IQAS wait."
Maheen Zafar
Islamabad
IQAS verification questions
IQAS questions from people deciding between assessment bodies.
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Services that go with IQAS verification
Some IQAS files need HEC transcript attestation. Others use a direct university record. Some applicants add a police clearance for the immigration file.
WES Verification (Canada)
WES verification Pakistan is one route to the Educational Credential Assessment that IRCC accepts. If you are applying through Express Entry or a Provincial Nominee Program, you need an ECA report showing how your Pakistani degree maps to the Canadian education system. The document route depends on the WES instructions for your institution. Some files use HEC verification and a sealed HEC envelope, while others call for a direct record from the university. We check the instructions before the file moves and arrange the applicable route under your WES reference number. We handle the Pakistan-side filing and international mailing. You create your own WES account on wes.org, pay the WES fee, and share the reference number with us. Our part usually takes 7 to 10 working days after the document route is confirmed. WES evaluation runs separately on the Canadian side and depends on its queue.
ICAS Verification (Canada)
The International Credential Assessment Service of Canada is based in Ontario and evaluates degrees for immigration, licensing, and employment. IRCC accepts ICAS reports for Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs. If your university or program does not appear in the WES or IQAS directory, ICAS may be the useful next option. We check whether your institution is covered before the file moves. The document route from Pakistan follows ICAS instructions for your institution. Some files use HEC verification and a sealed package, while others require a direct university record. We arrange the applicable filing and mail the documents to Ontario. ICAS evaluation runs separately from our Pakistan-side work. Some Ontario professional licensing bodies also name ICAS in their instructions.
HEC Degree Attestation
The Higher Education Commission runs a verification desk at its H-9 campus in Islamabad. When you submit a degree there, HEC contacts the issuing university to confirm the registration number, year of passing, and grade. If the university replies on time the stamp goes on within days. If the reply is slow, our team follows up directly with the registrar so your file does not sit idle. Most people come to us for HEC attestation because they are applying for a Gulf work visa, a Canadian immigration file through WES or IQAS, or a job that needs foreign credential recognition. HEC is the first step in many of these cases. For assessor files, we check the receiving body’s instructions first. MOFA and the destination embassy come afterwards when the destination requires them. We collect your original degree and transcript from your home or office anywhere in Pakistan. Our rider in Islamabad files them the same day or the next morning, depending on pickup time. You get a WhatsApp message when the file is submitted, when HEC completes verification, and when the stamped degree is on its way back to you.
Where IQAS documents are sent
IQAS sets the source and envelope rules for each institution. Choose Canada to review the destination details and the route before filing.
Canada
Canada immigration cases usually begin with the degree and transcript, not a Canadian Embassy stamp. For Canada attestation from Pakistan, the route depends on the receiving body. Canada accepts Pakistani degrees through designated Educational Credential Assessment bodies. Depending on the assessor and institution, documents may need HEC verification or direct university submission. We check the assessor instructions, handle the required Pakistan-side steps, and send the package under your reference number.
Attestation Chain
Embassy
High Commission of Canada, Islamabad
Monday to Friday, timings vary by section
Timeline & Fees
7 to 10 working days for HEC and shipping. ECA evaluation is separate and runs 4 to 12 weeks depending on the body.
Service fee from Rs. 8,000. ECA body fee varies (WES approximately Rs. 62,000, IQAS and ICAS approximately Rs. 56,000).
Common Questions
Do I need the Canadian Embassy stamp?
For immigration, an ECA from WES, IQAS, or ICAS is usually required instead of an embassy stamp. Canada accepts the ECA report as the credential verification for Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs.
Which ECA body is fastest?
WES is generally the fastest, typically 4 to 8 weeks. IQAS runs 8 to 12 weeks and ICAS runs 10 to 12 weeks. The best choice depends on your institution and immigration stream.
Why does the process start with HEC and not the ECA directly?
The required document route depends on the assessor and your institution. Some files use HEC verification, while others require direct university submission. We check the instructions first, then prepare and send the documents under your reference number.
IQAS filing from your city
We collect your documents from your address and arrange the IQAS-approved Pakistan-side route. The exact authority depends on your institution instructions.
📍 Islamabad
Free PickupIslamabad sits at the centre of Pakistan attestation network.
✓ Same-city collection for the Pakistan-side filing
Pickup Areas
8 common questions
Can I drop documents at your Islamabad office?
We operate on pickup and delivery, so you do not need to visit an office. A rider collects papers from your address.
Is Islamabad faster for embassy attestation?
Documents filed in Islamabad often move quickly because HEC, MOFA, and the embassies are in the same city.
Do I need to provide my original passport or just photocopies?
Most embassies require the original passport for identity matching. We also keep a photocopy for our records.
📍 Lahore
Free PickupLahore has one of the highest volumes of attestation requests in Pakistan, driven by students and professionals heading abroad.
📦 Documents couriered to the required assessor or university in Islamabad
Pickup Areas
8 common questions
Do you cover all areas of Lahore?
Yes. We collect documents from all major areas of Lahore and nearby towns.
How long does collection take in Lahore?
We usually arrange same-day or next-day pickup depending on your location.
Can I submit sealed transcripts for WES verification from Lahore?
Yes. We collect sealed transcripts from your university and forward them to the correct verification channel.
📍 Karachi
Free PickupKarachi is Pakistan largest city and sends a steady flow of documents to Gulf and Western countries.
📦 Documents couriered to the required assessor or university in Islamabad
Pickup Areas
8 common questions
Do you collect from all Karachi neighbourhoods?
Yes. We cover Clifton, DHA, Gulshan, Korangi, Nazimabad, and other areas.
Is the pickup time longer in Karachi?
Pickup is usually same-day or next-day. The overall processing time depends on HEC, MOFA, or embassy schedules.
Can bad weather delay documents travelling from Karachi to Islamabad?
Road or air transport can sometimes be delayed by weather. We use reliable courier services and keep you updated.
📍 Rawalpindi
Free PickupRawalpindi sits next to Islamabad, making it easy to move documents between the twin cities.
✓ Same-city collection for the Pakistan-side filing
Pickup Areas
8 common questions
Can Rawalpindi documents be filed the same day?
Collection can be arranged the same day, and documents arrive in Islamabad quickly because of the short distance.
Do you cover Westridge and Chaklala?
Yes. We collect from all Rawalpindi areas including Westridge, Chaklala, and Satellite Town.
Can you collect from military cantonment areas in Rawalpindi?
Yes, but you may need to arrange entry clearance for the rider. We will guide you during booking.
📍 Peshawar
IntercityPeshawar sends a large share of professionals to Gulf countries.
📦 Documents couriered to the required assessor or university in Islamabad
Pickup Areas
8 common questions
Do you collect from outside Peshawar city?
Yes. We collect from surrounding districts as well, though pickup charges may vary by distance.
How are documents transported to Islamabad?
Documents travel by secure courier to our Islamabad desk for filing.
Should I include destination country forms with my documents?
Yes. If the embassy or employer has given you any forms, include them so we can file everything together.
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