AI Answers About Canadian Immigration Are Not Always Correct | CIC News Reveals How Much AI Gets Wrong
Date Posted:October 28, 2025
Last Updated:October 28, 2025
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More and more people are using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini to look up information about Canadian immigration.
However, AI-generated answers are not always accurate, and relying on incorrect information could cause you to miss important opportunities.
Recently, CIC News conducted a fact-checking test with ChatGPT, and the results have drawn significant attention.
AI Immigration Information: Not Always Accurate
In recent months, many people have started using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot to find information about Canada’s immigration and visa systems.
However, AI-generated responses are not always correct.
At Visa JP Canada, the immigration information we share is always based on verified and official sources including the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website, the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) bulletin board, and up-to-date data obtained through our direct professional networks.
Believing inaccurate AI information can lead to mistakes that may cause you to miss valuable opportunities for permanent residence.
Even AI service providers themselves advise users to “always verify important information using official sources.”
Where AI Got Canadian Immigration Information Wrong
According to the article, many people are using AI tools to answer questions about Canadian immigration and relying on these responses to plan their applications. However, CIC News tested ChatGPT-4o with 10 immigration-related questions and found that all answers contained at least some inaccuracies or outdated information.
10 Immigration Topics AI Got Wrong
Here are the 10 questions, the AI’s answers, and the correct information:
| Question | AI Answer | Correct Information |
|---|---|---|
| 1. CRS points: Can a valid job offer give additional points? | “Yes, 50–200 points can be added” | × Express Entry candidates do not get additional points for valid job offers (as of March 25, 2025) |
| 2. Category-Based Selection Draws: which categories? | “Healthcare, STEM, Trade, Transport, Agriculture, French proficiency” | × Transport has been removed; Education was added; Healthcare is now Healthcare and Social Services (effective Feb 27, 2025) |
| 3. PGWP eligible fields | “920 fields” | × Currently 1,107 fields are eligible (updated July 2025) |
| 4. Provinces/Territories with PNP allocation increases | “Alberta, Saskatchewan, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick” | × Also includes BC, Manitoba, Yukon, Northwest Territories |
| 5. Home Care Worker Pilots: can applicants apply? | “Yes, some streams are full; non-working applicants may be able to apply in the future” | × Both streams are full; applications are currently not accepted |
| 6. Express Entry general draws frequency | “No set schedule; usually every 2 weeks” | × Since April 23, 2024, no general draws have been held; only CEC, PNP, and Category-Based draws occur |
| 7. IEC age limit of 30 for eligible countries | “Andorra, Belgium, Hong Kong, Iceland, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Sweden” | × Luxembourg age limit increased to 35 as of July 26, 2024 |
| 8. Sponsoring a spouse in Quebec | “Yes, until the cap is reached” | × Spousal sponsorship cap reached July 9, 2025; non-exempt applications are not accepted |
| 9. Start-Up Visa processing time | “About 53 months” | × In reality, it can take over 10 years |
| 10. PEI PNP 2025 draw counts | “7 draws” | × Actual draws as of October 2025: 10 |
This content is quoted from the CIC News article “We asked AI 10 immigration questions: here’s what it got wrong.”
Source: CIC News, We asked AI 10 immigration questions: here’s what it got wrong
Key Takeaways
This clearly shows that:
- AI can be useful, but it does not always reflect the latest laws and policies
- Immigration, visas, and permanent residence rules change frequently, and up-to-date verification is essential
- Relying solely on AI responses can lead to planning mistakes that require later corrections
Recently, we have seen an increasing number of clients who planned based on AI answers and later needed to adjust their plans significantly.
How to Safely Plan Your Immigration
When planning immigration or visa applications, we recommend the following:
- Use AI as a supplementary tool
- Always check the latest official information from IRCC
- Consult a trusted immigration professional if needed
At Visa JP Canada, we provide support based on accurate and up-to-date information. Don’t rely solely on AI—plan safely and confidently.
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