Express Entry

Express Entry (EE) is an online immigration application system. It allows people to submit a profile and be considered as a skilled immigrant. Candidates with the highest rankings are invited to apply for permanent residency.

How does EE work?

• If you fill out a profile for Express Entry, your application will be ranked according to a points system.
• If you are highly ranked, you will be invited to apply for permanent residence as a skilled immigrant.
• Once you have applied, your PR application will then be processed within the next 6 months.

 

Which Immigration Programs Does EE Cover?

You must use Express Entry to apply for:

• The Skilled Worker Program
• The Skilled Trades Program
• The Canadian Experience Class

 

How are EE profile points determined?

Your Express Entry profile will get points based on:

• Your education level
• Your abilities in English and/or French (Canada's 2 official languages)
• Your work experience and skills
• Your age
• If you have a job offer in Canada
• Your spouse's education, language abilities and work experience
• Additional points are also awarded if you have completed a college or university program in Canada or if you have a provincial nomination.