Express Entry is the online system IRCC uses to manage permanent residence applications from skilled workers. It helps Canada select people whose skills, education, work experience and language abilities can contribute to the economy.

Express Entry manages the following economic immigration programs:

• • Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

  • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

  • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

  • Provincial Nominee Programs(PNP)

  • Other Occupational or Language Based Selections

How it works

1. 1. Create a profile. Eligible candidates create an Express Entry profile and enter the candidate pool.

   2. Receive a score. Each candidate gets a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, based on factors such as age, education, language proficiency, work experience and other criteria.

   3. Wait for an invitation round. IRCC holds invitation rounds from time to time and selects candidates according to the rules for each round, which may be general, program-specific or category-based.

   4. Apply. A candidate who receives an invitation to apply (ITA) can then submit a permanent residence application for IRCC’s assessment.

Good to know

Meeting the minimum requirements, or entering the pool, doesn’t guarantee an invitation or an approval.

How we can help

A strong Express Entry strategy starts with understanding your eligibility, checking your CRS score and finding ways to strengthen your profile. We help you assess where you stand and plan your next steps, so you can make informed decisions throughout your immigration journey.