EXPRESS ENTRY

What is Express Entry?

Express Entry is an online system used by the Canadian government to manage applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. It is a merit-based system that evaluates candidates based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency in English and/or French.

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How Does it Work?

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1. Create an Online Profile: The first step is to create an Express Entry profile outlining your skills, work experience, language ability, education, and other relevant information.

2. Receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score: Once your profile is complete, you will be assigned a CRS score based on the information provided. This score ranks you against other candidates in the Express Entry pool.

3. Enter the Pool: Your profile will be entered into the Express Entry pool where it will be ranked against other candidates based on your CRS score.

4. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): Candidates with the highest CRS scores will be invited to apply for permanent residence through regular draws conducted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

5. Submit Your Application: If you receive an ITA, you will have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.

6. Processing of Your Application: Once your application is submitted, IRCC will assess it based on the eligibility requirements and processing times for the specific immigration program you applied under (Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class, or Provincial Nominee Program).

7. Receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR): If your application is approved, you will receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and may then proceed to become a permanent resident of Canada.

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Streams in Express Entry

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1. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): This stream is for skilled workers with foreign work experience who want to immigrate to Canada permanently. Applicants must meet minimum eligibility criteria, including having at least one year of continuous full-time or equivalent part-time work experience in a skilled occupation.

2. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): This stream is for skilled tradespeople with recent work experience in certain trades who want to immigrate to Canada permanently. Applicants must meet minimum eligibility criteria, including having at least two years of full-time work experience in a skilled trade within the five years before applying.

3. Canadian Experience Class (CEC): This stream is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to immigrate to Canada permanently. Applicants must meet minimum eligibility criteria, including having at least one year of full-time skilled work experience in Canada within the three years before applying.

4. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): This stream allows provinces and territories to nominate individuals who want to immigrate to Canada and who are interested in living in a specific province or territory. Each province and territory has its own streams and criteria for nominating candidates under the Express Entry system.

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Why Choose Express Entry?

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1. Efficiency: Express Entry is designed to be a fast and efficient way to immigrate to Canada, with most applications processed within six months.

2. Flexibility: The system allows you to update your profile at any time, giving you the opportunity to improve your CRS score and increase your chances of receiving an ITA.

3. Transparency: Express Entry provides clear guidelines on eligibility requirements and how candidates are assessed, ensuring transparency throughout the process.

4. Pathway to Citizenship: Becoming a permanent resident through Express Entry opens the door to Canadian citizenship, allowing you to enjoy all the rights and benefits of being a citizen of this diverse and welcoming country.