The Canadian Express Entry system is an online application management system used by the Canadian government to manage and process applications for permanent residency in Canada. It is designed to streamline the immigration process for skilled workers and professionals who want to come to Canada to work and live permanently.
The Express Entry system has three main components: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience Class. Each program has its own eligibility criteria and selection factors, but all are based on a points system called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
Canadian Experience Class
- for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience
- work experience must have been gained in the 3 years before you apply
Federal Skilled Worker Program
- for skilled workers with foreign work experience
- must meet criteria for education and other factors
Federal Skilled Trades Program
- for skilled workers who are qualified in a skilled trade
- must have a valid job offer or a certificate of qualification
Express Entry Process
If you’re eligible for one or more of the Express Entry programs and submit your profile, you’ll be ranked in the Express Entry pool using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). To submit your profile, get ready with few documents such as IELTS scores, WES educational assessment to demonstrate that you are eligible. When you are ready with all the documents you may create a profile. If you are eligible system will accept you into the pool and a CRS score will be assigned to you. The CRS is a points-based system which assess and score your profile and rank it in pool. To be invited, your score should be at or above the minimum points score.
If you get an invitation to apply, you’ll have 60 days to submit your application. Generally, completed applications get the decisions in 6 months or less.
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