Express Entry
Many individuals aspire to obtain Canadian Permanent Residency, and the Express Entry system serves as a highly coveted method to achieve this goal. The Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) employs an online, points-based system, Express Entry, to meticulously select top candidates aligned with the upcoming economic and labor market needs.
To be eligible under Express Entry, one must qualify for one of the three of Canada’s economic programs:
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Express Entry Phases
Express Entry functions in two stages. Initially, candidates craft a profile in the candidate pool, where the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) evaluates points based on age, education level, language proficiency, and work experience. Profiles persist for one year, and obtaining an Invitation to Apply (ITA) allows candidates to progress to the next stage. However, those without an ITA can re-enter the pool by creating a new profile.
Eligibility for Express Entry
Eligibility for Express Entry is contingent upon individuals meeting prerequisites in work experience, language proficiency, education, and age, enabling them to create a profile at no cost. Achieving an ITA typically demands a competitive CRS score above the draw cut-off, determined by bi-weekly draws conducted by the Canadian Government.
Job Offer Impact in Express Entry
While Express Entry doesn't mandate a job offer, a valid Canadian job offer can significantly enhance a candidate's CRS score by 50 to 200 points. This addition is crucial for a competitive CRS score. ICG Immigration offers comprehensive guidance to claim these additional points, aiding candidates in elevating their CRS scores competitively.
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Economic Class programs aim to attract immigrants capable of establishing economic stability within Canada.
The Federal Skilled Worker program is a subset of the Economic Class and is processed through the Express Entry system, with an estimated processing time of around 6 months upon receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Canadian
Experience
Class (CEC)
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is tailored for individuals with valid Canadian work experience (NOC 0, A, or B) within the last three years, aiming to support their transition to permanent residency in Canada.
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
Category Based
Draws
Category based Express Entry Draws
Navigating Category-Based Express Entry Draws: Your Path to Canadian Residency
In the dynamic landscape of category-based rounds within the Express Entry system, IRCC extends invitations to candidates in the pool based on specific criteria aligned with economic objectives. This includes language proficiency, occupational experience, and educational qualifications.
Key Steps in the Process:
Announcement of Selected Categories: IRCC transparently reveals chosen categories well in advance.
Candidates with Provincial or Territorial Nomination: IRCC consistently invites candidates with a provincial or territorial nomination, recognizing their valuable contributions to regional economies.
Express Entry Profile Creation: Candidates express interest by creating an online profile in their IRCC secure account.
Placement in the Express Entry Pool: Eligible candidates for Express Entry programs are seamlessly integrated into the pool.
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score Check:
Candidates receive a CRS score, reflecting various factors, viewable in their IRCC account.
Identification of Category-Eligible Candidates: IRCC pinpoints candidates eligible for a specific category.
Express Entry Profile Ranking: Eligible candidates are ranked based on their CRS score.
Round of Invitations:IRCC invites top-ranking candidates to apply for various economic immigration programs, with category eligibility as an additional criterion.
Application for Permanent Residence: Invited candidates have 60 days to submit an application for a specific program in Express Entry.
Decision-Making Process:IRCC assesses applications based on program eligibility, profile accuracy, category eligibility, and admissibility to Canada.
Eligibility Criteria:
