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Express Entry Program

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What does it entail

Express Entry is a system set up by Canadian Government to make it possible for skilled immigrants to migrate to different provinces and territories of Canada and take part in the country’s economy.

 

This is an online application system that helps IRCC to manage the applications for permanent residency from skilled workers. This platform allows federal and provincial governments as well as employers throughout Canada to work together.

How Express Entry Works?

The Express entry system was first utilized in January of 2015. It was designed to give preferential consideration to foreign nationals wanting to relocate to Canada having the knowledge & education in specific skills & industries. It allows individuals to gain entry into Canada as permanent residents when they meet specific criteria The country benefits by getting the necessary workforce to keep up with the growing technology, education & other industries. 

Processing Time

Foreign nationals that wish to enter Canada through one of the Express Entry programs will need to first submit an electronic application. Normal visa and permit applications can take as much as a year or longer to process.


Through one of the Express Entry programs, applications are processed in a faster time frame. Most people will find that they are either granted permission to enter the country or receive denial within a 6-month period from their date of filing.

Express Entry Programs

Foreign nationals that wish to gain entry to Canada through the Express Entry system have three different programs

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Federal Skilled Worker Program

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Federal Skilled Trades Program

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Canadian Experience Class

UNDERSTANDING THE COMPREHENSIVE RANKING SYSTEM

When filling out an application for Express Entry consideration, you go through a comprehensive ranking system (CRS). This system provides you with points for specific factors such as:

  • Skills

  • Education

  • Language Ability

  • Work Experience

  • Other Factors

RECEIVING AN INVITATION TO APPLY

An invitation to apply (ITA) is offered to the foreign nationals with the highest scores in the pool of candidates. This invitation allows you to submit your application through one of the Express Entry programs.

 

If you are invited to apply, you will have 90 days to submit your application for permanent residence. The most complete applications that have all the supporting documents are processed in 6 months or less.

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