What is Express Entry Canada?
Express Entry favours candidates with a strong profile. Eligible candidates can apply immediately and they get invited to apply for a Permanent Residence. Hence called ‘Express’ Entry. In January 2015, the Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) launched this electronic system (Express Entry) to manage applications for permanent residency under the following federal immigration programs:
A Provincial Nominee Program(PNP) is specific to provinces who hire applicants from the express entry systems in order to meet their demands. So you have to apply from a specific province to get your nomination. They nominate you as a good candidate for the Express Entry system to get you a Permanent Residence.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) releases a cutoff every month for the candidates who have applied through the Express Entry system (in the pool). Invitation to apply (ITA) for Permanent Residence could be given to anybody who makes the cutoff regardless of when they were accepted into the pool. Only the top candidates are chosen and sent an Invitation to Apply (ITA). How do you get ranked in the Express Entry pool? It depends upon a number of factors:
- Age
- Education
- Language (English or French)
- Work Experience
- Any Provincial Nominee Sponsors (to apply through PNP)
- Job offers from Canada
- and more
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If you are applying through the Express Entry system it is best to apply and get accepted in to the Express Entry waiting pool until you meet the cutoff and receive an Invitation to apply (ITA)
While you are in the Express Entry waiting pool, you can focus on improving your Express Entry score. Once you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), you have 60 calendar days to either submit a Permanent Residence application or to decline the ITA
You must fill up an express entry profile online as a prospective applicant. You will be better able to share pertinent details about your:
- Experience in the workplace
- Education,
- linguistic proficiency,
- and any other necessary information.
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What is Express Entry draw?
A draw for Express Entry is a regular invitation round in which the most highly ranked individuals in the Express Entry pool are asked to apply for permanent residency in Canada. The Canadian government establishes a minimum CRS score during the draw, and candidates with a score over this minimum are offered an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Draws for Express Entry normally occur every two weeks, although the frequency might vary based on Canada’s immigration needs. The Canadian government determines the minimum CRS score for each draw depending on a variety of factors, including the number of candidates in the pool and the number of permanent residency slots available.
You will have 90 days to file a comprehensive application for permanent residency after receiving an ITA. You will be required to provide the documents mentioned above.
How to apply for Express Entry to Canada?
If you are interested in immigrating to Canada through the Express Entry system, the first step is to create a profile. To do this, you will need to provide information about your work experience, education, language proficiency, and other factors. Once you have created your profile, it will be entered into the pool of candidates, and you will be ranked based on the information you provided. If your profile is selected, you will be invited to apply for permanent residency.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible to apply for the Express Entry to Canada you need to meet basic requirements for one of these three programs:
Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) – Federal Skilled Trades (FSTC) – Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
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Frequently asked Questions
Q: What is Express Entry to Canada?
A: Express Entry to Canada is a system for managing applications for permanent residency in Canada. It has grown to be the most common way for skilled workers to immigrate to Canada since its introduction in 2015.
Q: Who is eligible for Express Entry to Canada?
A: Express Entry is open to skilled workers who meet the eligibility requirements for one of Canada’s federal economic immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class.
Q: How does the Express Entry system work?
A: The Express Entry system allows you to create a profile where you are ranked on several factors like age, education, language proficiency (english and french), work experience, job offers from Canada and many more. Once you reach the cut off score you are selected to apply for a permanent residence in Canada.
Q: How long does it take to get an invitation to apply through Express Entry to Canada?
A: The Express Entry system is the one of the fastest system to get a permanent residence in Canada. Once you make the cut off, it takes 30- 60 days to receive your permanent residence.
Q: Is it necessary to have a job offer in order to apply through Express Entry to Canada?
A: Having a job offer is not a requirement for applying through Express Entry, but it can improve your chances of being selected and increase your score in the ranking system.
Q: Can I include my spouse or common-law partner in my Express Entry application?
A: Yes, you can include your spouse or common-law partner in your Express Entry application. Their skills, education, and language proficiency will also be taken into consideration when ranking your profile in the Express Entry pool.
Q: How can I improve my chances of being selected through Express Entry to Canada?
A: Improving your english language score, getting a job offer from a Canadian employer, learning french, getting a masters degree or a PhD, studying in Canada will boost your chances to get a permanent residence through Express Entry.