There is an excellent opportunity to immigrate to Canada under the Federal class category. Professionals whose occupations are in demand in Canada (we have 50 eligible for immigration occupations) may apply now to get permanent residence. It is important for a candidate, except having their professions on the list, to evaluate their diplomas and transcripts in one of our universities and undergo a language test before submitting an application. Since we have a cap of 500 candidates per profession for this year, it is advisable to prepare your papers in advance. In the case your application is refused because the cap is reached, it is still a good idea to have your diploma evaluated and test results handy for the next year or, alternatively, for assessing your chances under other programs. You have to keep in mind that our immigration programs might change and, if your papers are ready, you will have a better chance to be among the first applicants for a new program. For example, one of our provinces, Saskatchewan, published a long list of professions in demand for 2014 in that province where 150 candidates were taken per profession.
Latest glance on a Federal skilled worker program
How does the Federal Skilled Worker Program select applicants?
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is managed through Express Entry. First you must meet the minimum requirements and score at least 67 of 100 on the selection-factor grid to enter the pool; then the Comprehensive Ranking System decides who is invited to apply.
| Stage | What it measures |
|---|---|
| 67-point grid (eligibility) | Education, language, experience, age, adaptability |
| Enter the Express Entry pool | You meet the FSWP minimums |
| CRS ranking | Competitive score against other candidates |
| Invitation to apply | Above the draw’s cut-off score |
Express Entry is an IRCC application; Karb Law’s legal team assists with strategy and filing. Request a free assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What score do I need for the Federal Skilled Worker Program?
To be eligible, you must score at least 67 out of 100 on the FSWP selection-factor grid, which covers education, language, work experience, age, arranged employment, and adaptability. That lets you enter the Express Entry pool, where the Comprehensive Ranking System then determines invitations.
Is the 67-point grid the same as the CRS score?
No. The 67-point grid is a pass/fail eligibility test for the Federal Skilled Worker Program. The Comprehensive Ranking System is a separate, competitive score used to rank everyone in the Express Entry pool and decide who receives an invitation to apply.
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