EXPRESS ENTRY

Express Entry is a point-based system managing immigration applications for economic programs. It ranks candidates based on factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency, inviting top candidates to apply for permanent residency.

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Express Entry
  • Canada welcomes over 200,000 new immigrants annually, and 53% of adults in leading countries express interest in immigrating to Canada.

 

  • Express Entry is a key driver of Canada’s immigration system, offering priority processing and increased accessibility for a wide range of occupations.

 

  • Express Entry encompasses Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class, each with distinct eligibility criteria.

 

  • The Express Entry process involves two steps:
    1. Complete an online profile and enter the candidate pool.
    2. Receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence from IRCC based on Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points.

 

  • There is no cap on the number of applications accepted, allowing flexibility for applicants to apply at any time without concerns of program closure.

 

  • Eligibility for Express Entry is determined by meeting the criteria of one of the three programs.

 

  • Candidates in the pool are ranked using CRS, considering factors like education, work experience, language ability, and more.

 

  • Entering the pool does not guarantee an invitation; applicants must meet all eligible and admissibility requirements.

 

  • The highest-ranking candidates are regularly selected from draws and invited to apply for permanent residence.