What is Express Entry (EE) and how do I immigrate to Canada through the EE program?

The Express Entry (EE) system is an active 4 step application process that provides a pathway to permanent residence (<-create hyperlink to SAM LAW tab) for skilled workers in Canada or abroad. This online process is the most popular Canadian immigration system. EE manages the intake of applications of interested candidates seeking to immigrate as a skilled worker. The 3 programs for economic immigration are:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program
• Federal Skilled Trades Program
• Canadian Experience Class
• To review minimum requirements and to compare all programs side-by-side, Click here
• Contact Sam Law to discuss your individual circumstances and to see which program might best suit your needs

 Step 1

• To find out if you are eligible, click here to answer some questions to see if you meet the minimum requirements
• Have a look at the programs and read the detailed requirements for each of the 3 Express Entry programs

Step 2

• Get your documents ready for your process by clicking here to see what documents you will need

 Step 3

• Create your on-line Express Entry profile so that you can be accepted into the pool of candidates
• Your ranking in the Express Entry pool is calculated utilizing a points-based system, which is based on the information you provide in your profile
• Check your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points by utilizing the calculation tool
• The CRS points-based system is utilized to assess your score and rank your standing in the Express Entry pool.  The following are assessed:

o   Skills

o   Education

o   Work experience, and

o   Other factors

• Contact Sam Law to discuss your options

 Step 4

• Receive an invitation and apply for permanent residence
• Submit your application for permanent residence within 90 days from the time that you receive your invitation to apply

 

What is the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)?

There are 4 areas that are tested in either one of Canada’s official languages (English or French). The areas are:

• writing,
• reading,
• listening, and
• speaking.

Different programs require varying levels of language aptitude. Be sure to check out the Compare Programs page to see what level of language proficiency is required for the program in which you want to apply.

 What is the National Occupation Classification (NOC) code?

 There are numerous occupations in the Canadian labour market. The NOC describes jobs in accordance to skill type and skill level. It is a ranking that goes from Skill Level A to Skill Level D and Skill Type 0 for Management jobs. Different federal and provincial programs require different skill types and skill levels. To better understand the NOC ranking system or to find out how your job is ranked in the NOC system, click here.

You may also qualify to apply to one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) (create a hyperlink to SAM LAW tab that discusses the PNP programs). Have a look at the Canada-wide PNP programs to see which ones you would qualify under. 

Contact Sam Law to discuss your immigration goals and to explore what federal or provincial program might best suit your particular skill set.