The Canadian Express Entry program offers several benefits to skilled workers. It
provides a streamlined and efficient pathway to immigrate to Canada, with faster processing
times compared to other immigration programs. Successful applicants gain access to numerous
opportunities, including a high standard of living, excellent healthcare and education systems,
diverse career options, and social benefits. Additionally, Canadian permanent residents can
eventually apply for citizenship, granting them the rights and privileges of Canadian citizens.
Requirements
The Canada Express Entry points system assigns points to candidates based on factors
such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. The
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) calculates the total points, and candidates with
the highest scores are invited to apply for permanent residency through regular
draws conducted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Language Skill
You can get maximum 28 points for language skills:
First official language (maximum 24 points) & Second official language
(maximum 4 points)
You need to be able to communicate in 1 or both of Canada’s official
languages, either English or French which helps you in the Canadian job
market.
You can get up to 28 points for your language skills in English and
French. We’ll give you points based on your ability to:
write
read
listen
speak
Language testing
Educational Qualification
Maximum 25 points can be claimed based on your education qualification
You must have a certificate, diploma or degree if you went to school in
Canada.
secondary institution (high school) or
post-secondary institution
In case you have a foreign education, you must have complete
an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report from a
designated organization which states that your education is
equal to a completed certificate, diploma or degree from a
Canadian high school or post-secondary institution
You can claim maximum 25 points for the education qualification
Please see below the points criteria:
PHD – 25 points
Professional Degree or Master’s degree – 23
2 or more Postgraduate credentials or certificate courses – 22
3 years or longer post-secondary educational credential
assessment – 21
2 year post-secondary qualifications or courses – 19
1 year post-secondary program qualifications or credentials – 15
Work Experience
You can get maximum 15 points for the number of years you’ve spent doing
full-time paid work or an equal amount of part-time [15 hours per week
for 24 months])
To get selection factor points, your work experience will count if it
was:
in Canada or abroad
while you were studying
while being self-employed
You must also fit the requirement of the NOC as per CIC.
Please see below to find the number of points based on your number of
years of experience:
1 year – 09 points
2-3 years – 11 points
4-5 years – 13 points
6 years and above – 15 points
Age
You’ll get a maximum 12 points based on your age on the day CIC gets your
application.
Under 18 – 0 Points
18-35 years – 12 points
Each passing year 1 point will be less
Required Documents
Valid Passport:
A copy of your passport showing your identity and travel history. Ensure it is
valid throughout the application process.
Language Test Results:
Official language test results (such as IELTS or CELPIP for English, or TEF for
French) to demonstrate your language proficiency.
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA):
An assessment of your educational qualifications by an approved organisation to
verify their Canadian equivalence.
Proof of Work Experience:
Employment references, job offer letters, or other supporting documents
demonstrating your work experience.
Provincial Nomination (if applicable):
If you have a provincial nomination, you will need to provide the nomination
certificate or proof of nomination from the province.
Overview of Canadian Express Entry
Canadian Express Entry is a highly popular immigration system designed to facilitate the entry of
skilled workers into Canada. It operates under three federal economic immigration programs: the
Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience
Class. Applicants create an online profile, and those meeting the eligibility criteria are entered
into a pool. Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores are assigned based on factors like age,
education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. Regular draws are conducted to
invite the highest-scoring candidates to apply for permanent residency. Express Entry offers a
streamlined process, faster application processing times, and access to diverse job opportunities
across Canada.
Our Experts at Abroad Routes can help you navigate the
Canada Express Entry program
and fulfill your dreams of starting a new life in Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I qualify for Canada Express Entry?
Have at least one year, in the last 10 years of continuous full-time (or
equivalent part-time) work experience in a skilled occupation. Be able to
demonstrate on an approved language test a minimum of Canadian Language
Benchmark (CLB) seven in either English or French.
What is the minimum score for Express Entry Canada?
67 points or
We'll assess your selection factors and assign an overall score out of 100. If
you score 67 points or higher, you may qualify for the Federal
Skilled Worker Program.
You can then submit a profile to the Express Entry pool. If you score
lower than 67 points, you won't qualify for the program
How does Express Entry Canada work?
The Express Entry profile acts as an Expression of Interest (EOI). Eligible candidates will automatically receive a score based on their profile and will be ranked against the other candidates in the pool. The ranking score for Express Entry is based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) and is out of 1,200 points.
Is IELTS required for Canada Express Entry?
To apply for permanent residency through express entry, you need to have a minimum language proficiency of , which is a minimum of 6.0 for each section of the IELTS.
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