What is Canada Express Entry?
Express Entry is the streamlined automated process used by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to manage applications for Canada permanent residency. As a candidate for Express Entry, submitting an application means entering into CIC Pool of potential applicants. The potential applicants in the pool are automatically ranked based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, which are allocated to each applicant’s profile based on, among other things, their education, work experience and language abilities. Every two to three weeks, the Canadian government issues Invitations to Apply (ITA) to applicants with the highest scores in the pool to apply for Canadian PR.
If you are serious about moving to Canada as a skilled Professional, Canada Express Entry may be the easiest way to immigrate to Canada! In most of the cases Express Entry application is processed within 6 months from the date it is received.
Unlike other immigration programs, Canada Express Entry Program has the following advantages:
- Express Entry is a gateway to many immigration pathways. Individuals are flexible to change their program based on Canada’s economic needs.
- This program is a principal program that aligns Canada’s immigration intake with labour market necessity.
- Candidates can easily increase their scores whilst in the CIC pool.
- The requirements of this program make the candidate’s Canadian immigration prospects clear.
- The processing time is significantly lower than for other programs.
- The government of Canada easily manages new immigrants through CRS changes and program-specific draws.
Choose the Right Program for Your Express Entry
First, you need to be eligible in one of the following federal economic immigration programs through which you would be considered an eligible candidate for Canada Express Entry.
Since 2015, IRCC operates The Federal Skilled Worker Class (FSWC), The Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and The Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC) under Express Entry.
Find Your National Occupational Classification (NOC)
Skill Type 0 (zero): Managerial jobs, for example:
– Restaurant managers
– Engineering managers, etc.
Skill Level A: This skill level is for professionals with a university degree. For example:
– Engineers
– IT Professionals
– Doctors
– Accountants
Skill Level B: Trade workers and technical professionals with college diploma or apprenticeship training could be eligible for this skill level and apply for Express Entry. For example:
– Welders
– Cooks
– Electricians
– Gas utility operators
You can simply go to Find your NOC page and type your occupation to check if you are eligible for any skill level. If you do not see your occupation in NOC, discuss it with us and we will assist you with your options. Alternatively, there is a variety of Provincial Nominee Programs that are accepting foreign immigrants with Skill Level B and Skill Level C.