Canada immigration
Canada Express Entry from Pakistan
Permanent residency for skilled workers through Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class and Provincial Nominee pathways.
Overview
What Express Entry is
Express Entry is the online system Canada uses to manage applications for three permanent-residence programs. You create a profile, receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, and the highest-ranked candidates are invited to apply in regular draws.
- Federal Skilled Worker Program — for skilled workers with foreign experience
- Canadian Experience Class — for people who already worked in Canada
- Federal Skilled Trades Program — for qualified trade professionals
- Provincial Nominee Program — a province nominates you and adds 600 CRS points
- 67+
- FSW eligibility points needed
- 600
- CRS points from a provincial nomination
- 6 months
- IRCC service standard after invitation
Who usually qualifies
Express Entry rewards age, education, language ability and skilled work experience.
Skilled professionals
At least one year of continuous skilled work experience in the last ten years.
Graduates
A degree or diploma assessed through an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
Strong English or French
IELTS General or CELPIP for English, TEF or TCF for French.
Trades professionals
Certified trades people with a qualifying job offer or certificate of qualification.
Process
How the process works
- 01Free profile reviewWe check your age, education, experience and language level and estimate your CRS score.
- 02ECA and language testWe arrange your credential assessment and help you prepare for IELTS, CELPIP or TEF.
- 03Express Entry profileYour profile is created in the IRCC portal and entered into the pool.
- 04Provincial optionsWhere it helps your score, we apply for a provincial nomination in parallel.
- 05Invitation to ApplyOnce invited, you have 60 days to submit the full permanent-residence application.
- 06Medical, police and landingWe prepare medicals, police certificates and your proof of funds, then guide you to landing.
Checklist
Documents you will need
- Valid passport
- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report
- IELTS / CELPIP / TEF result
- Experience letters with duties, salary and hours
- Proof of funds (bank statements)
- Police clearance certificates
- Medical examination from a panel physician
- Marriage certificate and dependants' documents (if applicable)
What affects your CRS score
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Age | Highest points between 20 and 29; points reduce after 30. |
| Language | Improving each IELTS band can add significant points, including the French bonus. |
| Education | Masters and PhD score higher; two credentials add extra points. |
| Work experience | Canadian experience scores higher than foreign experience. |
| Spouse factors | Your partner's language and education add points. |
| Provincial nomination | Adds 600 points and effectively guarantees an invitation. |
FAQ
Express Entry questions
Do I need a job offer?
No. A job offer is not required for Federal Skilled Worker, although a provincial nomination or Canadian experience improves your chances considerably.
How long does Express Entry take?
Profiles stay in the pool for up to 12 months. After an invitation, IRCC aims to process complete applications within about six months.
How much money do I need to show?
IRCC publishes a settlement-funds table that changes every year and depends on family size. We confirm the current figure before you apply.
Can my family come with me?
Yes. Your spouse and dependent children are included in the same application and receive permanent residence with you.
Free assessment
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