Express Entry

Express Entry is an online system used by the Government of Canada to manage applications for three of its primary economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). It's a highly efficient, points-based system designed to select skilled workers who are most likely to succeed economically in Canada.

Understanding the Programs Managed by Express Entry

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): This is for skilled workers with foreign work experience. Candidates must score a minimum of 67 points on the FSWP's own selection grid, which evaluates factors like age, education, and language skills, before they are even eligible to create an Express Entry profile.
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC): This program is for skilled workers who have at least one year of eligible Canadian work experience in the last three years. It's an ideal pathway for international students who have graduated and gained valuable work experience in Canada.
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): This is for skilled tradespeople who have a minimum of two years of work experience in a skilled trade in the last five years and a valid job offer or a certificate of qualification from a Canadian provincial or territorial body.

Boosting Your CRS Score

There are several key areas you can focus on to improve your score. One of the most effective methods is improving your language test scores. Retaking an English test like the IELTS or CELPIP, or a French test like the TEF or TCF, to achieve a higher score can significantly boost the points you receive for language proficiency.

Another crucial area is education. You can earn valuable points by pursuing another degree or diploma, or by getting an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for all your foreign credentials. This ensures your international education is recognized and given its proper value within the Canadian system.

Perhaps the most impactful strategy is obtaining a Nominee Program (PNP) nomination. A provincial nomination is worth an additional 600 points, which will almost certainly secure you an ITA in an upcoming draw. Additionally, gaining Canadian work experience is highly valued. Skilled work experience in Canada can add a substantial number of points to your profile, making you a more competitive candidate. Lastly, securing a valid job offer from a Canadian employer can also significantly boost your score, with 50 or 200 points awarded depending on the position's NOC code. By strategically working on these factors, you can make your Express Entry profile more attractive to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

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