The Canadian government planned to immigrate around 401,000 newcomers to be permanent residents of Canada in 2021 and almost 411,000 newcomers in 2022. Canada is famous as the safest country in the world. Canada is a strong country economically. Many people from all over the world like to come here and live as permanent residents, to work and to complete their higher education. If you are interested in moving to the nation, then the Express Entry system is the best option for Immigrants. The Express Entry system has fast-tracks application processing which is completed within six months.
What is Express Entry?
The Express Entry system worked online to execute the immigration process for foreign skilled workers who wish to be working in Canada and settle there as permanent residents. First of all, you should get entry into a draw pool where successful applicants will be an ITA to apply for permanent residency status in Canada.
After submission of your profile, Canadian immigration officials will decide which program is suitable for you according to your CRS score. If you are selected through the Express Entry draw then you will get an Invitation To Apply. The Express Entry system has three economic immigration programs:
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is created for those immigrants who are qualified and have working skills by which they can help to boost up the Canadian economy. It is the easiest way of immigration to the Canadian nation.
Eligibility criteria for the Federal Skilled Worker Program:
- You should have work experience of full time or part-time in a particular skill of minimum of 1 year in NOC 0, A or B.
- You must pass your language efficiency test in CLB level 7 and above which has a minimum of 6 points in four sections of the IELTS.
- You must have a certificate from a higher secondary institution.
Federal Skilled Trades program:
This economic immigration pathway is created for foreign national workers who have job experience in specific occupations that can be helpful for boosting up the economy of Canada. The FSTP program makes you eligible to work in that trade that is suitable for your skills. You can work in an eligible trade-in Canada and also can live there as a permanent resident.
Requirements for the Federal Skilled Trades program:
- You require full-time work experience of a minimum of two years whether it is as a full-time worker or gained working part-time.
- You are required to complete a language efficiency test in CLB level 7 and above.
- You must have a job invitation for a specific skilled trade in NOC.
- You have a certificate from the provincial, territorial or federal authority of Canada that you are qualified in a specific skilled trade.
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The CEC is a program that can offer you a chance to get permanent residency status in Canada if you already have worked in Canada by obtaining a temporary work permit for at least one year.
Requirements for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC):
- You are required to complete a language efficiency test in every section.
- You must have work experience of a minimum of 1 year in a skilled occupation whether full time or part-time in the last 3 years while applying for permanent residency status. work experience in Canada
- You have Canadian work experience and have temporary resident status.
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Some specific provinces and territories also allow immigrants through the Express Entry through Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to fulfill the requirements of their market.
Canadian provinces have an agreement with the Canadian government in which some specific provinces can allow immigrants who are willing to live and work in that province.
You have two options while applying to the Provincial Nominee Program. You can apply to a province or territory directly through the Express Entry stream of their PNP. The processing time is around 12 to 19 months. If you do not have to get an entry in the Express Entry pool or are not selected in the pool but you still can get a chance to get an Invitation To Apply every two weeks.
Creating Your Express Entry System Profile
If you want to get in an Express Entry draw then you have to make your Express Entry online profile. You can make it using three steps.
- You need to collect all your important documents so that you can submit the important information regarding you.
- You can make your profile online where you need to complete all information that is asked from you
- After completing your profile you can make a submission online.
Will there be changes in the Express Entry System in 2022?
The Express Entry Program is the best option for those candidates who want to live and work in Canada then in 2022. Some small changes are made to The Express Entry Program in the year 2022. Now the candidates who want to submit an application through The Express Entry system have to follow new conditions in 2022.
Will Comprehensive Ranking System scores decline in 2022?
A backlog has been created of applications from the Provincial Nominee Program and the Canadian Experience Class stream of the Express Entry system. The overall trend in 2021 shows that there has been a decline in the cut-off CRS score. This was done because the IRCC was aiming for immigrants who had applied to the Canadian Experience Class pathway in order to meet the immigration target that was set for 2021 despite the Covid-19 pandemic. But when it comes to 2022, it may be too soon to tell whether a decline will be seen or not.
Will there be changes to National Occupational Classification in 2022?
The National Occupational Classification underwent some changes in its structure that may be released in 2022. The changes so far are looking positive and will not reduce anyone’s chances of getting selected for immigration through the Express Entry system. Some changes made in The Express Entry System are as follows:
- The National Occupational Classification NOC name has been given a new name TEER( Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities)
- TEER is an appropriate word that classified the meaning of the basic required skill levels to apply through The Express Entry.
- The NOC system had five categories like NOC 0 A, B, C, D
- TEER has introduced six categories such as TEER 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, to TEER 5.
What is the number of times can I apply for Express Entry?
Once you create your Express Entry profile, It will last for a year. You are only required to apply one time and your profile gets an entry in The Express Entry pool automatically in the intervals of 2 weeks and it will stay active for one year. During that time you can get selected in The Express Entry draw and receive an Invitation To Apply. If you are not selected in a draw in one year, then you have to create a new Express Entry profile.
How can I make an improvement in my CRS score?
- You should try by increasing your work experience in a specific skill.
- You can apply through Provincial Nominee Programs.
- You can get higher education to increase your credentials through an additional educational program.
- If you get a job offer from a valid employer in Canada before moving to Canada, it will increase your CRS score.
- If your spouse has higher education and clears the language efficiency test then she can help you to increase your CRS score.
How much does Express Entry cost?
You have to pay a fee at the very start when you submit your profile online and after receiving ITA to apply for Canadian permanent residency, you need to pay a fee also. You need to pay Express Entry fees in Canadian dollars which are as follows;
- You need to pay an application processing fee of $550.
- you have to pay a fee of $490 for permanent residency rights.
- If your application is without permanent residency right then you have to pay $550.
- If you are submitting your application with your spouse or partner then you have to pay $550.
- You have to have permanent residence fees of $490.
- You have to pay fees for dependent children of $150 per child.
- You have to pay Biometrics fees of $85/ person.
