Express Entry
Your Pathway to Permanent Residence in Canada
At the beginning of January 2015 Immigration Canada implemented an electronic system to select skilled professionals called Express Entry.
Express Entry is divided into three main categories:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP),
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC),
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
STEP 1
Express Entry Pool Profile Creation
Applicants will have to fill out the forms their information like, work experience, age, education, etc. No supporting document is needed for step one. However, not filling the form properly may result in your application being disqualified. If your profile is accepted then it will be in the Express Entry pool for a period of 1 year. This is where SwiftWalk immigration comes in to make sure that, all the forms are filled accurately in order to avoid any problems, like minor errors or omissions which can be considered as misrepresentation.
STEP 2
Permanent Residence Application
Immigration Canada will select the most qualified profiles using a point system and other factors such as, occupations in demand on average once or twice a month. If you are qualified you shall be invited to apply for permanent resident and, you will have just 60 days to submit your Permanent Residence Application online. This is when all supporting documents must be submitted and they must be in line with the forms that you submitted in Step1. According to Immigration Canada, once they have received your complete application they will process it within 6 months.
Federal Skilled Worker Class (FSWC)
- If you poses professional paid work experience of at least one continuous year of full-time or the equivalent in part-time continuous employment listed in the National Occupational Classification (O, A or B) in the last 10 years.
- Good English language or French proficiency proven an accepted IELTS or TEF score.
- If you possess a Canadian diploma, certificate, or credential AND/OR a foreign educational credential, and an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) by an agency approved by CIC to show it is equal to a completed Canadian secondary or post-secondary educational credential.
- You must have enough money to support yourself and your family for six months after arrival in Canada.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Must plan to live anywhere in Canada except for Quebec. Because it is federal program, if you are living in Quebec you must plan to move to another province because Quebec selects its own immigrants under its provincial program.
- Meet the required language requirements
- A temporary foreign worker that has worked at least one year full-time (or equivalent) in the three years before submission in a skilled position classified under NOC codes O, A or B by Human Resources Canada. These are managerial occupations, professional occupations, technical occupations or skilled trades such as: mechanics, Welders, Mechanics, supervisors, Accountants, Engineers, Computer Programmers, Nurses, etc... You must have acquired your work experience with the proper work or study authorization)
Note that as with all the permanent resident programs, the candidate's spouse / common-law partner and dependent children will benefit from the permanent residency application of the applicant also.
If you think you may qualify for this program, Please contact us in order for us make a proper assessment of your chances of obtaining permanent resident status through this program.
Federal Skilled Trade Program (FSTP)
The FSTP is for individuals who have at least two years of work experience in a skilled trade, and who meet the language and education requirements. The program is intended to address labour shortages in certain skilled trade occupations in Canada, and to help ensure that these occupations remain competitive and sustainable.
Applications handled by authorized immigration consultants have higher approval rates due to their in-depth knowledge and extensive training in immigration procedures.
These consultants have passed a rigorous licensing program that tests their proficiency in immigration matters, allowing them to provide expert guidance and representation to clients.
CIC offers a basic list of required supporting evidence, but this may not always be sufficient. Even minor requests, such as for visitor visas or stay extensions, can lead to rejection and negatively impact your credibility in the government system. Additionally, certain contact information for government services may not be publicly available. As such, it is essential to use a professional to gather and communicate necessary information on your behalf for a successful immigration process.
It is advisable to view your immigration process as an investment and exercise caution when proceeding independently. Immigration procedures can be complex and navigating them alone can lead to unintended consequences. Seeking professional guidance and representation can increase the likelihood of success and prevent potential setbacks.
Don't be penny wise and pound foolish when it comes to your immigration application. Attempting to handle the process alone, without the assistance of a consultant, can result in significant mistakes that can cause lengthy delays or even a permanent ban on entering Canada for up to five years. Seeking professional guidance can help you avoid such pitfalls and increase your chances of success in the immigration process.
