To achieve Canadian permanent residence through one of the economic immigration programs, the initial step is creating an Express Entry profile. This involves providing details about your skills, language proficiency, work experience, education, and other essential information. Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you’ll gain entry into the Express Entry pool, where candidates are ranked based on the Comprehensive Ranking System.

If you don’t possess a provincial nomination or a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, registration with Canada’s Job Bank is mandatory.

This step ensures that you are visible to potential employers seeking skilled workers through the Express Entry system.

To create an Express Entry profile, follow these steps:

• Check Eligibility: Determine if you meet the requirements for one of the following economic immigration programs – Federal Skilled Worker Class, Federal Skilled Trades Class, Canadian Experience Class, or some Provincial Nominee Programs.
• Gather Documents: Collect all necessary documents, such as language test results, educational credentials, work experience letters, and a valid passport.
• Register on IRCC Website: Go to the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website and create an online account.
• Complete the Profile: Fill out the Express Entry profile form with accurate and detailed information about your skills, work experience, education, language proficiency, and other relevant factors.
• Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS): Once your profile is complete, you’ll be assigned a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score based on the information provided.
• Enter the Pool: If your CRS score is competitive, you will be entered into the Express Entry pool, where you’ll be ranked against other candidates.
• Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): If you have a high CRS score and meet specific criteria, you may receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency in Canada.
• Submit Application: After receiving an ITA, submit a complete application for permanent residency within the given time-frame.
• Wait for Decision: Wait for the Canadian authorities to process your application. If approved, you’ll be granted permanent residency in Canada.

Creating an Express Entry profile is the first step towards immigrating to Canada through this streamlined system. Make sure to provide accurate and detailed information to increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply.

Ranking Process

Your placement in the Express Entry pool will be determined by the Comprehensive Ranking System, which assesses candidates based on the following factors:

• Core human capital
• Accompanying spouse or common-law partner
• Skill transferability
• Provincial nomination or a qualifying job offer of arranged employment

The Comprehensive Ranking System assigns a total of 1,200 points, and candidates with higher scores are ranked higher in the pool, increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply for Permanent Residence.

To enhance your likelihood of receiving an Invitation to Apply, consider improving your Express Entry Profile by focusing on areas where you can potentially increase your points.

Application invitation

The Express Entry Pool serves as a platform for the Canadian government, provincial governments, and Canadian employers to choose eligible candidates.

Applicants with the highest rankings in the pool or those holding a valid job offer or provincial nomination receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canada Permanent Residency. Upon receiving an ITA, candidates usually have 60 days to submit their Permanent Residency application.