Express Entry (for skilled workers, tradespeople, and professionals)

Eligible Occupations

- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP):

    - Managerial occupations (NOCC 00)

    - Professional occupations (NOCC A)

    - Technical occupations (NOCC B)

- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP):

    - Certified trades (e.g., electrician, plumber, welder)

- Canadian Experience Class (CEC):

    - Occupations requiring Canadian work experience

Language Requirements

- IELTS (General Training):

    - Listening: 6.0

    - Reading: 6.0

    - Writing: 6.0

    - Speaking: 6.0

- CELPIP (General):

    - Listening: 7

    - Reading: 7

    - Writing: 7

    - Speaking: 7

- TEF:

    - Listening: 248-279

    - Reading: 207-229

    - Writing: 310-348

    - Speaking: 310-348

- TCF:

    - Listening: 523-576

    - Reading: 453-486

    - Writing: 541-583

    - Speaking: 541-583

Education Requirements

- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report:

    - Required for foreign-educated candidates

    - Issued by designated organizations (e.g., WES, ICES)

- Canadian education:

    - High school diploma or post-secondary certificate/diploma

Work Experience Requirements

- FSWP: 1 year continuous work experience in the past 10 years

- FSTP: 2 years cumulative work experience in the past 5 years

- CEC: 1 year cumulative work experience in Canada in the past 3 years

Adaptability Requirements

- Points awarded for:

    - Spouse/common-law partner's language proficiency

    - Candidate's previous work experience in Canada

    - Candidate's education in Canada

    - Family ties in Canada

Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)

- Points awarded for:

    - Age

    - Education

    - Language proficiency

    - Work experience

    - Adaptability

    - Job offer/provincial nomination

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Create an online profile

2. Enter the pool

3. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)

4. Submit a permanent residence application

5. Pay application fees ($825 CAD)

6. Provide biometrics ($85 CAD)

7. Medical examination and police certificates (if required)

8. Receive confirmation of permanent residence

Timeline

1. Creating an online profile: 1-2 hours

2. Processing time: 6-12 months

3. Validity of ITA: 60 days

Fees

1. Application fee: $825 CAD

2. Biometrics fee: $85 CAD

3. ECA report fee: varies

4. Language test fee: varies

Resources

1. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

2. Canadian Government's website

3. Consult with an immigration lawyer or expert

Explore more Topics:

1. Provide information on specific documentation requirements

2. Offer tips for improving CRS scores

3. Discuss common issues or challenges

4. Explore alternative immigration programs

5. Anything else?