Q. submitted by B. Tran
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) made its debut in Canadian immigration over 50 years ago as the main way Canada has welcomed experience and skill from across the world.
However, the ability to use this program was suspended due to Covid in 2020. July 2022 marks the resumption of Express Entry invitation draws and we want you to be ready for this opportunity!
How do the draws work?
If you’re eligible for one or more of the Express Entry programs and submit your profile, you’ll be ranked in the Express Entry pool using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
The CRS is a points-based system the IRCC uses to assess and score your profile and rank it in the Express Entry pool. Once you’re in the Express Entry pool, they use a different system to rank your profile. The highest-ranking candidates from the pool are then invited to apply for permanent residence. You cannot apply directly to the Federal Skilled Worker Program unless you are issued an "invitation to apply."
How do I know if I'm eligible to apply?
Express Entry is an online system that the IRCC uses to manage immigration applications from skilled workers. To be eligible for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, you must:
Have skilled work experience
Skilled work experience means that you’ve worked in 1 of these job groups:
Managerial jobs (skill type 0)
Professional jobs (skill level A)
Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B)
Your skilled work experience must be
in the same type of job as the job you want to use for your immigration application
within the last 10 years
paid work (have been paid wages or earned commission—volunteer work or unpaid internships don’t count)
at least 1 year of continuous work or 1,560 hours total (30 hours per week)
2. Have English/French language ability
take approved language tests in English or French for:
writing
reading
listening
speaking
get a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark 7 in all 4 abilities
3. Have the required Education
If you went to school in Canada, you must have a certificate, diploma, or degree from a Canadian:
secondary institution (high school) or
post-secondary institution
If you have foreign education, you must have:
a completed credential, and
an Educational Credential Assessment for immigration purposes from a designated organization showing that your education is equal to a completed certificate, diploma, or degree from a Canadian:
secondary institution (high school) or
post-secondary institution
Additional to these minimum requirements, other factors such as age, whether you have a valid job offer, and adaptability (how well you’re likely to settle here). You also must show proof of funds and be admissible to Canada. These factors are used to assess your eligibility and assign points to your attributes that will aid in your selection.
What documents will I need during this process?
Different documents will be required depending on each individual applicant, but you should expect to need at least a few of the following:
police certificates
medical exams
proof of funds
birth certificate
use of a representative form
common-law union form
marriage certificate
divorce certificate and legal separation agreement
death certificate (required if you’ve declared your marital status as “widowed”)
adoption certificate (required when a dependent child is listed as “adopted”)
digital photos to confirm your identity
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is an excellent way to use your experience and skill and immigrate to Canada.
Immigration Station Canada will work with you and guide you through the best process to achieve your goals, wherever they lead!
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