Express Entry
What is Express Entry Canada?
Express Entry Canada is a streamlined immigration system designed to attract skilled workers to Canada. It allows individuals to create an online profile, providing details about their education, work experience, language proficiency, and other factors. Candidates are then ranked based on a comprehensive points system and invited to apply for permanent residence, contributing to Canada’s economic growth and diversity.
How Does Express Entry Work?
Express Entry is a point-based system, called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), where candidates are evaluated on factors like work experience, education, language proficiency, age, and more. Their scores determine their ranking in the Express Entry pool.
The processing time for Express Entry applications varies based on the chosen immigration program and application volume. Generally, it can take anywhere from six months to over a year. Candidates with higher CRS scores and complete documentation may experience faster processing.
Working Process
The working process of Express Entry involves the following steps:
1. Eligibility Criteria: Candidates determine their eligibility by assessing factors such as age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and adaptability.
2. Profile Creation: Eligible candidates create an online profile in the Express Entry system, providing accurate information about their qualifications, skills, and work experience.
3. Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS): Each profile is assigned a CRS score based on factors like age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and additional points for factors like a job offer or provincial nomination.
4. Pool Entry: Candidates enter the Express Entry pool, where they are ranked against other applicants based on their CRS scores. Regular draws, known as Express Entry draws, are conducted to select candidates with the highest CRS scores.
5. Invitation to Apply (ITA): Candidates with the highest CRS scores receive an Invitation to Apply for permanent residency during Express Entry draws. They typically have 60 days to submit a complete application.
6. Application Submission: Candidates submit their complete application for permanent residency, including supporting documents and proof of meeting eligibility requirements.
7. Document Verification: Immigration authorities review the submitted documents and verify their authenticity. Candidates may be required to provide additional information or attend interviews if requested.
8. Medical and Security Checks: Applicants undergo medical examinations to ensure they meet health requirements. Background checks are conducted to assess security risks.
9. Permanent Residency Decision: After completing the necessary checks, a decision is made on the candidate’s permanent residency application. If approved, they are issued a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
10. Landing in Canada: Candidates with COPR can proceed to land in Canada as permanent residents, where they enjoy the rights and benefits of living and working in Canada.
It’s important to note that the working process may vary depending on individual circumstances and any changes in immigration policies or procedures.