Express Entry Canada

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Express Entry: A Comprehensive Guide to Immigrating to Canada

At the heart of Canada's immigration system lies the Express Entry program. It is an online system that manages applications for permanent residence from skilled workers who wish to move to Canada. With its swift and efficient processing, Express Entry has become a popular option for individuals looking to migrate to Canada.

In this article, we will dive into the details of Express Entry, exploring its eligibility criteria, application process, and benefits. We will also highlight key factors that can increase your chances of being selected, and provide insights into the different streams and programs available under Express Entry.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for Express Entry, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Skilled Work Experience: You must have at least one year of skilled work experience in a National Occupational Classification (NOC) level 0, A, or B job. This experience must be obtained within the past ten years.

2. Language Proficiency: You must demonstrate proficiency in English or French, the two official languages of Canada. This can be done by taking a language test approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

3. Education: You must have completed a Canadian secondary or post-secondary education, or an equivalent foreign education that has been assessed by a designated organization.

4. Funds: You must show that you have enough money to support yourself and your family members once you arrive in Canada.

Application Process

The Express Entry application process involves three steps:

1. Create an Express Entry profile: This involves providing your personal details, work experience, language test results, and education credentials.

2. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): Your profile will be ranked against other candidates in the pool based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). The highest-ranked candidates are issued an ITA to apply for permanent residence.

3. Submit an application for permanent residence: This involves providing supporting documents such as police certificates and medical exams, and paying the required fees.

Benefits of Express Entry

The Express Entry program has several benefits, including:

1. Fast Processing Times: Most applications are processed within six months or less, making it one of the fastest ways to immigrate to Canada.

2. Flexibility: Express Entry allows you to apply for several programs at once, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience Class.

3. Job Opportunities: With a thriving job market, Canada offers numerous employment opportunities to skilled workers, and Express Entry can help you connect with potential employers.

How to Increase Your Chances of Being Selected

There are several ways to improve your chances of being selected under Express Entry:

1. Improve your language skills: Language proficiency is a key factor in the CRS ranking system. Consider taking language classes or practicing your language skills to increase your score.

2. Gain additional work experience: The more work experience you have, the higher your chances of being selected. Consider gaining more experience in your field to increase your CRS score.

3. Obtain a provincial nomination: Provincial nomination can add 600 points to your CRS score, significantly increasing your chances of being selected.

To get assistance with determining your eligibility please complete a Pre-Qualification (Assessment) here. A certified Immigration Consultant will work on & complete your file within 5 business days. You can also find a country specific Pre-Qualification (Assessment) by visiting our home page. 

There are three streams under the Express Entry Program:

1. Federal Skilled Worker Program

Requirements:

• age
• Education:  Canadian Degree or equivalent foreign degree with Education Credential Assessment done by WES (World Education Services)
• work experience: TEER 0,1,2 or 3 for a minimum of 1 year continuous work experience in the same occupation
• whether you have a valid job offer
• English and/or French language skills: Benchmark (CLB) 7 in all 4 abilities
• adaptability (how well you’re likely to settle here)
• Proof of funds:  Valid job offer from Canadian Employer and proof of employment or proof of funds to support yourself and family

These factors are part of a 100-point grid used to assess eligibility for the Federal Skilled Worker Program. You earn points for how well you do in each of the 6 factors.

The current pass mark is 67 points.

2. Federal Trades Worker Program

Requirements:

• Language Requirements

Language	Abilities	Minimum level
English	Speaking and listening	CLB 5
English	Reading and writing	CLB 4
French	Speaking and listening	NCLC 5
French	Reading and writing	NCLC 4

• Work Experience: have at least 2 years of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time work experience) in a skilled trade within the 5 years before you apply
• Occupations:

Skilled trades for the Federal Skilled Trades Program are organized under these groups of the National Occupational Classification (NOC):

• Major Group 72, technical trades and transportation officers and controllers
• excluding Sub-Major Group 726, transportation officers and controllers
• Major Group 73, general trades
• Major Group 82, supervisors in natural resources, agriculture and related production
• Major Group 83, occupations in natural resources and related production
• Major Group 92, processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisors, and utilities operators and controllers
• Major Group 93, central control and process operators and aircraft assembly assemblers and inspectors, excluding Sub-Major Group 932, aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors
• Minor Group 6320, cooks, butchers and bakers
• Unit Group 62200, chefs

• Education:  No specific education is required, but you may need to obtain certification in your province or territory.
• Proof of funds:  Valid job offer from Canadian Employer and proof of employment or proof of funds to support yourself and family

3. Canadian Experience Class

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year Canadian work experience in the three years before applying in TEER 0,1,2 or 3
• Language test results depending on what TEER your occupation is in
• No specific education requirement

For help please contact us or for immediate service please complete a Pre-Qualification (Assessment) here. A certified Immigration Consultant will work on & complete your file within 5 business days. You can also find a country specific Pre-Qualification (Assessment) by visiting our home page.