What Is Express Entry?
Express Entry is a fast processing system for Skilled Workers in Canada and abroad to gain Canadian permanent residency. Eligible applicants apply under one or more of the three streams.
Express Entry features:
Express Entry features:
- fast processing time of within 6 months,
- applicants can continue to work while your application is being processed,
- your spouse and dependent children become permanent resident if your application is approved,
- apply within or outside Canada.
How Express Entry Works
The system is based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). The system assigns scores to each eligible candidate at time of the registration. Applicants then will be ranked against others in the system pool. The higher ranking applicants will be invited to apply for permanent residency.
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Express Entry Pathways
Express Entry system consists of several pathways. Each pathway sets its specific requirements that target specific groups of candidates, such as in-Canada skilled workers, recent university graduates or skilled trade workers like cooks, bakers, or electricians, etc. You must first meet the General Eligibly for Express Entry in order to become a candidate, then apply through one of the following pathways.
-Federal Skilled Worker
You must meet ALL eligibility below:
- At least 12 months of skilled work experience in Canada;
- Minimum 3 years of work experience outside of Canada;
- earned a diploma/certificate in Canada, or a Bachelor's degree;
- Minimum. CLB level 6
-Canadian Experience Class
Minimum Eligibility:
- At least 12 months of full-time work experience in Canada;
- work experience must be gained in a position of NOC level 0, A or B, and
- diploma/certificate;
- Minimum CLB level 6
-Federal Skilled Trade
For skilled workers who have,
- at least 3 years of experience in a position that is in the *Skilled Trade Position List
- a full-time job offer in Canada, OR a Canadian qualification certificated;
- Minimum CLB level 5.
-Provincial Nomination Express Entry
Provinces and territories can also recruit candidates from the Express Entry pool through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to meet local labour market needs. If you received a provincial nomination certificate, and meet the eligibility of Express Entry. You may apply under this pathway to become a permanent resident.
