You may qualify if you:
Have at least one year of continuous skilled work experience (outside or inside Canada)
Meet minimum language requirements in English or French
Have sufficient settlement funds (unless exempt)
Score at least 67 points on the FSW selection grid
Are admissible to Canada
Valid passport
Language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF/TCF)
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), if required
Proof of work experience (reference letters)
Proof of settlement funds (if applicable)
Police certificates
Medical examination results
Civil status documents (marriage, birth certificates, etc.)
Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s profile and program.
Eligibility assessment and program selection
Language testing and ECA (if required)
Creation of Express Entry profile
CRS ranking in the candidate pool
Invitation to Apply (ITA) from IRCC
Submission of permanent residence application
Biometrics and medical exam
Final decision and Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR)
Government Fees (Subject to Change)
Express Entry permanent residence processing fees
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
Biometrics fee (if applicable)
Express Entry PR applications are generally processed within approximately 6 months after submission, though timelines may vary.
Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.
You may qualify if you:
Have at least one year of skilled Canadian work experience
Gained the experience while authorized to work
Meet minimum language requirements
Plan to live outside Quebec
There is no settlement funds requirement for CEC applicants.
Valid passport
Language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF/TCF)
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), if required
Proof of work experience (reference letters)
Police certificates
Medical examination results
Civil status documents (marriage, birth certificates, etc.)
Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s profile and program.
Eligibility assessment and program selection
Language testing and ECA (if required)
Creation of Express Entry profile
CRS ranking in the candidate pool
Invitation to Apply (ITA) from IRCC
Submission of permanent residence application
Biometrics and medical exam
Final decision and Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR)
Government Fees (Subject to Change)
Express Entry permanent residence processing fees
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
Biometrics fee (if applicable)
Express Entry PR applications are generally processed within approximately 6 months after submission, though timelines may vary.
Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.
You may qualify if you:
Have at least two years of work experience in a skilled trade
Meet job offer or certification requirements
Meet minimum language requirements
Intend to live outside Quebec
Valid passport
Language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF/TCF)
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), if required
Proof of work experience (reference letters)
Proof of settlement funds (if applicable)
Police certificates
Medical examination results
Civil status documents (marriage, birth certificates, etc.)
Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s profile and program.
Eligibility assessment and program selection
Language testing and ECA (if required)
Creation of Express Entry profile
CRS ranking in the candidate pool
Invitation to Apply (ITA) from IRCC
Submission of permanent residence application
Biometrics and medical exam
Final decision and Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR)
Government Fees (Subject to Change)
Express Entry permanent residence processing fees
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
Biometrics fee (if applicable)
Express Entry PR applications are generally processed within approximately 6 months after submission, though timelines may vary.
Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.
Express Entry is a selection system that manages applications for three federal economic immigration programs.
No. A job offer is not mandatory, but it may increase your CRS score.
Yes. Improved language results, additional work experience, or a provincial nomination can increase your score.
No. Only candidates who receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and meet all requirements may apply for permanent residence.