Express Entry- Eligibility Factors / Requirements
The Express Entry system assesses your eligibility based on age, education, work experience, language skills, job offers, and adaptability factors.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
To qualify under the CEC, You must have:
At least one year of skilled work experience in Canada within the past three years. This work experience must have been obtained while holding valid temporary resident status as a legally authorized worker.
Job duties aligned with your job’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) lead statement and essential duties under TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3
Been paid for your employment (wages, salary, or commission). Volunteer work and unpaid internships are not considered.
Work Experience
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
For the FSWP, You must demonstrate:
Valid skilled work experience in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 categories.
Your duties performed must match the NOC code for the job and include all essential duties and most main duties.
The work experience must:
Be within the last ten years.
Be paid employment (wages or commission).
Include at least 1 year of continuous full-time work (or 1,560 hours), which can be achieved through: One full-time job (30 hours/week) OR Part-time work (e.g., 15 hours/week for 24 months) OR Full-time hours across multiple jobs (up to a maximum of 30 hours/week).
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
For the FSTP, You are eligible if:
Have at least two years of full-time skilled work experience (or equivalent part-time experience) within the past five years.
Perform work under specific NOC categories, including technical trades, general trades, and supervisory roles in natural resources and manufacturing.
Meet the NOC code requirements, completing all essential duties and most main duties.
Obtain a certificate of qualification for your trade or a valid job offer from a Canadian employer for at least one year.
Important Notes for All Programs:
You must ensure your job duties and work history align with the designated NOC code.
For skilled trades, some provinces or territories may require specific certifications, which might involve in-person assessments.
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
To qualify for the CEC program, You must meet the following language proficiency standards:
For NOC TEER 0 and 1: CLB 7 in English or NCLC 7 in French.
For NOC TEER 2 and 3: CLB 5 in English or NCLC 5 in French.
These requirements apply to all four language abilities: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language test results are valid for two years and must remain valid on the day you apply for permanent residence.
Language
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Under the FSWP you must meet a minimum proficiency level of:
CLB 7 in English or NCLC 7 in French across all four language abilities.
Language test results are valid for two years and must be valid during the permanent residence application process.
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
For the FSTP, the language requirements are:
English:
CLB 5 for speaking and listening.
CLB 4 for reading and writing.
French:
NCLC 5 for speaking and listening.
NCLC 4 for reading and writing.
Language test results are valid for two years and must remain valid during the permanent residence application process.
Meeting these language requirements ensures that candidates are well-equipped to integrate into Canadian society and succeed in their professional endeavors.
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Education
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
While there is no mandatory education requirement for the CEC program, You can enhance your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) Permanent Residency by achieving a higher level of education. This can be done in two ways:
Canadian Education: You can earn points for a Canadian secondary or post-secondary education credential, such as a diploma, degree, or certificate.
Foreign Education: With a foreign education you can increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) Permanent Residency if you have:
A completed educational credential.
An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report verifying equivalence to a Canadian secondary or post-secondary credential.
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Under the FSWP, education is a key requirement. Whether the education was completed in Canada or abroad, You must provide evidence of credentials through:
A Canadian secondary or post-secondary diploma, degree, or certificate.
An ECA report proving that their foreign education is equivalent to a completed Canadian credential.
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
While education is not a requirement for the FSTP, You can still improve your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) Permanent Residency by obtaining a higher level of education. This can be demonstrated through:
Canadian Education: Proof of secondary or post-secondary education obtained in Canada.
Foreign Education: A completed credential accompanied by an ECA report showing its equivalency to Canadian standards.
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
You do not need proof of funds under the CEC program for yourself and your accompanying family members.
Proof of Funds
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) & Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
For FSWP and FSTP you must have proof of funds for yourself and your accompanying family members, unless you meet the following conditions:
You have valid authorization to work in Canada.
You possess a qualifying job offer from a Canadian employer.
The amount of funds required depends on your family size and must meet the settlement fund requirements set by the Canadian government.
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