Express Entry
The primary pathway for skilled professionals to secure Canadian Permanent Residency
Express Entry is Canada's flagship immigration system for skilled workers. With processing times averaging 6 months and a transparent points-based system, it offers the fastest path to permanent residence for qualified candidates.
Why Choose Express Entry?
Fast Processing
Average processing time of 6 months or less
No Job Offer Required
Many streams don't require a Canadian job offer
Multiple Pathways
FSWP, CEC, and FSTP programs available
Category-Based Selection
Targeted draws for specific industries
Transparent Process
Clear points-based ranking system
Express Entry Programs
Three federal programs managed through the Express Entry system
Federal Skilled Worker Program
For skilled workers with foreign work experience
Key Requirements:
- At least 1 year of skilled work experience in the last 10 years
- Language proficiency: CLB 7 in all abilities
- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
- Score at least 67/100 on the selection grid
- Sufficient settlement funds
Canadian Experience Class
For workers with Canadian work experience
Key Requirements:
- At least 1 year of Canadian skilled work experience in the last 3 years
- Work experience in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3
- Language proficiency: CLB 7 for TEER 0/1, CLB 5 for TEER 2/3
- No education requirement
- No settlement funds requirement
Federal Skilled Trades Program
For skilled tradespeople
Key Requirements:
- At least 2 years of skilled trades work experience in the last 5 years
- Meet job requirements for the skilled trade
- Language: CLB 5 speaking/listening, CLB 4 reading/writing
- Valid job offer or certificate of qualification
- No education requirement
The Express Entry Process
Four steps from profile creation to permanent residence
Profile Creation
Create your Express Entry profile with personal, education, and work details
Pool Entry
Enter the Express Entry pool and receive your CRS score
Invitation to Apply (ITA)
Receive an ITA if your score meets the draw cutoff
PR Submission
Submit your complete permanent residence application within 60 days
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)
Your CRS score determines your ranking in the Express Entry pool. Points are awarded for:
Additional points available for Canadian work/education, job offers, provincial nominations, and more.
Start Your Express Entry Journey
Book a consultation to assess your eligibility, estimate your CRS score, and develop a strategy to maximize your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply.
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