Express Entry Canada
Express Entry Canada
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Permanently
From CAD 1525
Processing Timeapproximately 6 months
What is Canada Express Entry?
Canada doesn't just welcome immigrants—it values them, and through Express Entry, it's making the path to PR more accessible than ever before.
Express Entry is the fastest pathway to get a Canadian permanent residence (PR) visa. If you are a skilled worker and want to Immigrate to Canada, you first need to submit your application to the Express Entry pool. The applicant will be placed in the Express Entry pool and ranked based on factors such as age, qualification, work experience, and adaptability. This ranking system is known as the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System).
Please note that an Express Entry is not a PR application but an indication of your interest in being considered to apply for the PR visa. Therefore, if you submit your profile in the Express Entry pool, you will not be invited to apply for a PR visa.
Applicant’s selection in the Express Entry pool is based on the CRS score; having the highest CRS score in the Express Entry pool will increase the chances of getting an invitation to apply (ITA) for PR. Applicants' selection in the Express Entry pool is based on their CRS score. Having the highest CRS score increases the chances of receiving an invitation to apply for PR.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada invites the highest-ranking candidates from the Express Entry pool. These invitations to rounds conducted by CIC per fortnight are known as the Express Entry draw.
Canada Express Entry Benefits:
🔹Fast processing (as quick as 6–8 months)
🔹A job offer letter is not required
🔹 Pathway to Canadian citizenship
🔹Access to free health & Medicare for family
🔹Free world-class education for kids
Express Entry isn’t just a visa—it’s a life-changer.
Who Can Apply for Canada Express Entry?
1. Select Immigration Programs:
The Express Entry system manages applications for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Canadian Experience Class (CEC). So, the applicant needs to select or choose the relevant program under which they want to apply for Express Entry.
2. Points Score:
You must score 67 points out of 100 under the federal skilled worker program to be eligible for Canada Express Entry. These points are based on age, qualifications, education, and IELTS.
If you wish to calculate your points score, click here. Please find the points overall here.
| Factors | Maximum points score |
| Age | 12 |
| Qualification | 25 |
| Work Experience | 15 |
| Language proficiency (English & French) | 28 |
| Adaptability | 10 |
| Arranged Employment | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
3. Occupation in Demand:
You must have at least 12 months of full-time, paid, continuous, relevant work experience in the NOC skill sets 0, 1, 2 & 3. To find the NOC code, please visit the Canada occupation demand list
4. Sufficient Funds:
Settlement funds in the context of Canadian immigration refer to the money that immigrants are required to show they can support themselves and their dependents when they arrive in Canada. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that newcomers can cover their living expenses and establish themselves in Canada without relying on social assistance.
Please find the settlement funds below.
| Number of people | Funds in CAD | Funds in Indian Rs. (if 1 CAD = Rs. 65) |
| 1 | $15,263 | Rs. 9,92,095 |
| 2 | $19,001 | Rs. 12,35,065 |
| 3 | $23,360 | Rs. 15,18,400 |
| 4 | $28,362 | Rs. 18,43,530 |
| 5 | $32,168 | Rs. 20,90,920 |
| 6 | $36,280 | Rs. 23,58,200 |
| 7 | $40,392 | Rs. 26,25,480 |
5. English Language Proficiency Test:
The primary applicant who intends to apply for Canada Express Entry must prove their language proficiency by writing acceptable English or French language exams (IELTS or CELPIP, TEF), and a minimum score of 6 bands is required in each General Training module.
6) Age:
You must be between 18 and 49 years old when applying for Express Entry Canada.
7. Health & character requirements:
To apply for Canada Express Entry, you must also pass a health examination to ensure your health is not a danger/ threat to Canadian public safety. To prove your health status, you need to undergo a health examination.
You & your family must be of good character. Therefore, you need to provide a Police clearance certificate from your home country and the country where you stayed for six months or more consecutively, from the age of 18.
If you are meeting the above criteria, then you’re already on the right track.
How to apply for Canada Express Entry from India – step-by-step guide
1) Determine Eligibility:
Before you start the Express Entry process, determine your eligibility for one of the three federal immigration programs managed through Express Entry: Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), or Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
2) Language Proficiency Test:
Take an approved language proficiency test (English or French) and obtain the required scores. The results of this test are crucial for calculating your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
3) Educational Credential Assessment (ECA):
If you completed your education outside of Canada, you may need to get your credentials assessed by an approved organisation to ensure they are equivalent to Canadian standards.
4) Create an Express Entry Profile:
Create an online Express Entry profile on the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. You will provide information about your skills, work experience, language proficiency, education, and other relevant details.
If your CRS score is on the lower side, waiting endlessly in the Express Entry pool won’t change your chances. Instead, take control of your immigration journey by applying through Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). If you meet a province’s eligibility criteria and receive a nomination, it can instantly boost your CRS score by 600 points, placing you well above the typical cut-off and making your path to permanent residency faster and more secure.
The key? Act early, align with the right province, and make your profile stand out.
5) Receive ITA:
Once you create your Express Entry profile, it will be evaluated and assigned a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scorebased on several key factors—age, education, skilled work experience, language proficiency, and other adaptability criteria. This CRS score determines your chances in the Express Entry pool, and only the highest-ranking candidates will be invited for PR (permanent residency) during regular draws.
Optimising your profile is crucial to improving your chances of selection.
6) Submit Canada PR Application:
After receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canada PR, you must submit a complete and accurate application within 60 days.This includes uploading all required supporting documents, such as proof of education, work experience, language test results, and identity documents, as well as paying the applicable government processing fees.
Timely submission is crucial, as incomplete or incorrect information or documents may lead to refusal.
7) Medical Exam and Police Clearance:
To complete your application for permanent residency, you will need to undergo a medical examination with an approved panel physician.
In addition, you need to obtain a police clearance document from every country in which you've resided for six months or more since the age of 18.
8) Decision on Permanent Residence:
After submitting your application, it will be reviewed by immigration authorities. If everything is in order, you may receive a confirmation of permanent residence (COPR) and a permanent resident visa.
9) Fly to Canada:
Once approved, you can travel to Canada as a permanent resident. Upon arrival, you will need to present your COPR and undergo a final check by a border services officer.
What is Express Entry Draw?
You can find the Canada Express Entry draw update here. Please find the latest Canada Express Entry Draw below.
How Long Does Express Entry Take in 2025?
Typically, it takes 6 to 8 months after receiving an ITA (Invitation to apply), but you may face delays due to incomplete documents or background checks.
Do you want to expedite the application process? Get your documents prepared early and apply through trusted immigration consultants to avoid back-and-forth errors and expedited processing times.
❤️ Let Your Dream Begin Today
Thousands have walked this path before you — and many had doubts, fears, and questions. But they moved forward. And so can you.
“Canada needs you — your skills, your passion, your story. Start your Express Entry journey today and take the first step toward a life you've always imagined.”
📞 Need guidance? Talk to our experienced Express Entry consultants at 750 383 2132 today. We’re not just about forms—we’re about your future.
Express Entry Canada:FAQ
Explore the Express Entry Canada program from India, a streamlined pathway to Canadian immigration. Find out the Canada Express Entry process, eligibility criteria.
Q.Who is eligible for Canada Express Entry?
Q. How long is Express Entry visa valid?
Q. What is the age limit for Express Entry to Canada?
Q. What is the minimum IELTS score for Express Entry?
Q. What is the latest draw date for Express Entry?
Q. How to calculate CRS score for Express Entry?
