Canada Express Entry Process In 2024

What is Canada's Express Entry System?

The Express Entry system is one of the most popular pathways through which Canada welcomes economic class migrants. This system operates through a two-stage process. Initially, candidates must meet the basic eligibility criteria under one of the three skilled immigration programs. Prospective immigrants then upload their profiles into the portal and receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score based on factors such as age, work experience, language skills, education, arranged employment, provincial nomination, and other adaptability factors.

In the second stage, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducts immigration draws every two weeks, inviting candidates with the highest CRS scores to apply for permanent residency. Upon receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA), candidates have 90 days to submit a complete application for permanent residency. The federal government processes most PR applications within six months.

 Major Factors for the Express Entry System

The Express Entry system evaluates the following factors to select applicants:

- Level of skills

- Education

- Language ability

- Work experience

- Other factors

Candidates can increase their chances of selection and improve their CRS scores by having:

- Multiple degrees/diplomas/certificates from Canadian institutions

- Higher English language skills

- A valid job offer from a Canadian employer

- A provincial nomination

 Eligibility for Express Entry

To apply for Express Entry, candidates must be eligible under one of the following immigration pathways:

- Federal Skilled Worker Program

- Federal Skilled Trades Program

- Canadian Experience Class

 How the Express Entry System Works

 Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

Candidates can check their eligibility by answering questions on the portal or reviewing the eligibility requirements for each program.

 Step 2: Gather Your Documents

Necessary documents include language test results, an educational credential assessment report, and other supporting documents to prove eligibility.

 Step 3: Submit Your Profile

An Express Entry profile includes all relevant information about the applicant. Eligible candidates are accepted into the pool and ranked using a point-based system.

 Step 4: Get an Invitation and Apply for Permanent Residence

IRCC conducts bi-weekly draws, sending ITAs to the highest-ranking candidates. Those who receive an ITA have 90 days to submit their application for permanent residence. IRCC processes most complete applications within six months.

 Required Documents for Express Entry Profile

- Copy of a valid passport or travel document

- Language test results

- Proof of Canadian education or an educational credential assessment report (if applicable)

- Provincial nomination certificate (if applicable)

- Written job offer from a Canadian employer

- Proof of funds

- Police certificates and medical test reports

- Marriage certificate (if applicable)

- Divorce certificate and legal separation agreement (if applicable)

- Death certificate (if applicable)

 Comprehensive Ranking System: How It Works

The total number of points available under the CRS is 1,200, divided into three parts:

- Core Human Capital (Skills and Experience): Maximum 500 points

- Skills Transferability: Maximum 100 points

- Additional Factors: Maximum 600 points

 Points Breakdown for Single Applicants

- Core Human Capital: Maximum 500 points

- Skills Transferability: Maximum 100 points

- Job Offer: Maximum 200 points

- Provincial Nomination: 600 points

 Points Breakdown for Applicants with a Spouse or Common-Law Partner

- Core Human Capital of the Primary Applicant: Maximum 460 points

- Core Human Capital of Spouse: Maximum 40 points

- Skills Transferability: Maximum 100 points

- Provincial Nomination: 600 points

 Express Entry Processing Time from India

IRCC processes most Canada PR visa applications within six months or less. The processing time depends significantly on the accuracy and completeness of the documents submitted. Therefore, it is crucial to file the application correctly and ensure the timely submission of all documents.

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