Express Entry
Immigrate to Canada
Express Entry is Canada’s immigration system designed for skilled workers from around the world to become permanent residents (PR) of Canada. Through this system, candidates create profiles and are awarded points based on factors such as age, education, work experience, job offer, and language skills. Periodically, the Canadian government conducts draws to invite top-ranking candidates to apply for permanent residency. The Express Entry system now includes category-based selection to address specific labor market needs. The main categories within Express Entry include:
1. Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) – For Skilled Professionals
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Description: The Federal Skilled Worker program is for individuals with advanced skills, education, and work experience. This pathway is ideal for those who are highly skilled and wish to settle in Canada, whether they are currently residing in Canada or abroad.
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Requirements: Applicants need to meet a minimum score based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) profile, which considers factors like professional qualifications and language abilities.
2. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) – For Skilled Tradespeople
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Description: The Federal Skilled Worker program is for individuals with advanced skills, education, and work experience. This pathway is ideal for those who are highly skilled and wish to settle in Canada, whether they are currently residing in Canada or abroad.
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Requirements: Candidates must have experience in a skilled trade, relevant qualifications, and demonstrate sufficient language proficiency to meet the program's standards.
3. Canadian Experience Class (CEC) – For Temporary Workers and Students
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Description: The Canadian Experience Class is tailored for individuals who have already gained work or study experience in Canada. This program is suitable for those who have established their lives in Canada and seek to transition to permanent residency.
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Requirements: Applicants need to have at least one year of skilled work experience or have completed a post-secondary program in Canada.
4. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) – For Those with a Provincial Connection
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Description: The Provincial Nominee Program allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate candidates for permanent residency based on their specific needs. If you have a job offer or family connections in a particular province or territory, the PNP could be your pathway to permanent residency in that region.
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Requirements: Each province and territory has its own criteria and processes for nomination, which may include securing a job offer or having relevant work experience.
Category-Based Selection
In addition to the existing streams, Express Entry now incorporates category-based selection to better align immigration with Canada's economic needs. This approach allows Canada to issue Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates who possess specific skills or experience that meet current labor market demands. The categories may focus on:
Current categories
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French-language proficiency
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Healthcare occupations
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Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) occupations
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Trade occupations
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Transport occupations
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Agriculture and agri-food occupations
Master Immigration Services offers comprehensive support throughout your immigration journey, including:
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Eligibility Assessment: Evaluating your suitability for various immigration programs.
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Profile Creation: Assisting with the creation and management of your Express Entry profile.
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Application Preparation: Preparing your application after you receive an invitation to apply.
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Correspondence Handling: Managing communication with IRCC and provincial authorities on your behalf.
