- Have at least one year (or the part-time equivalent) of continuous work experience in a paid job within the last 10 years;
- Meet the minimum language requirements in English or French;
- Not have a criminal record, health issue or other public safety concern which makes you inadmissible
- Reach a minimum score based on six skilled worker selection factors
- Prove you have sufficient funds for yourself and your family to live in Canada
- Have the necessary proof of education
Federal Skilled Worker Program
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) assesses candidates on a point-based system designed to expedite the immigration process for skilled workers.
You’ll be scored according to your language ability (English and/or French), your education and qualifications, and your relevant work experience. If you meet the minimum requirements, things like your age, adaptability and any valid job offers will be taken into account.
To fulfill the minimum requirements for the FSWP you must:
You’ll need to score at least 67 points out of 100 to qualify, but the government also considers other character and health factors. We’ll make sure all these things are covered in your application so you have the best chance possible of being selected.
67 points are a minimum requirement in order to eligible to apply for Canada PR Visa through Express Entry Program. Maximum points one can score are 100. Points are awarded based on the following factors:
- Age Points
- Language Skills Points
- Education points
- Work Experience Points
- Arranged Employment Points
- Adaptability Points
Age Points
| Age | Points |
| Under 18 | 0 |
| 18-35 | 12 |
| 36 | 11 |
| 37 | 10 |
| 38 | 9 |
| 39 | 8 |
| 40 | 7 |
| 41 | 6 |
| 42 | 5 |
| 43 | 4 |
| 44 | 3 |
| 45 | 2 |
| 46 | 1 |
| 47 and older | 0 |
Language Skills Points
| First official language (Maximum 24 points) | ||||
| CLB level 9 or higher | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| CLB level 8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| CLB level 7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Below CLB level 7 | Not eligible to apply | |||
Second official language (Maximum 4 points)
You can get four points only if you have a score of at least CLB 5 in each of the four language abilities.
| Second Official Language | Points |
| At least CLB5 in all of the four abilities | 4 |
| CLB 4 or less in any of the four abilities | 0 |
Education Points (Maximum 25 points)
| Education | Maximum 25 points |
| University degree at the Doctoral (PhD) level or equal | 25 points |
University degree at the Master’s level or equal OR University level entry-to-practice professional degree (or equal). Occupation related to the degree must be:
| 23 Points |
| Two or more Canadian post-secondary degrees or diplomas or equal (at least one must be for a program of at least three years) | 22 points |
| Canadian post-secondary degree or diploma for a program of three years or longer, or equal | 21 points |
| Canadian post-secondary degree or diploma for a two-year program, or equal | 19 points |
| Canadian post-secondary degree or diploma for a one-year program, or equal | 15 points |
| Canadian high school diploma, or equal | 5 points |
Work Experience Points (maximum 15 points)
| Experience | Maximum 15 points |
| 1 year | 9 |
| 2-3 years | 11 |
| 4-5 years | 13 |
| 6 or more years | 15 |
Arranged Employment Points (maximum 10 points)
If you are immigrating to Canada with a job offer, you can get 10 points towards your profile. Be sure your occupation is listed in the NOC Skill Type 0 or Skill Level A or B of the NOC.
Adaptability Points (maximum 10 points)
Up to 10 points can be awarded under the Adaptability factor, based on an applicant’s ability to establish themselves in Canada. These 10 points can be awarded for full-time work in Canada, spouse or common-law partner’s merits, or a combination of six other possible adaptability factors.
Points are awarded under Adaptability based on qualifications that are expected to improve an applicant’s ability to become economically established in Canada as follows:
| Adaptability | Points (10 max) |
|---|---|
| Principal applicant’s previous work in Canada (minimum one (1) year of full-time work in Canada in an occupation classified as Skill Type 0, A, or B of the National Occupational Classification – NOC) | 10 points |
Principal applicant’s past studies in Canada (minimum two (2) academic years of full-time* study in an at least two year long study program at a secondary or post-secondary educational institution in Canada). | 5 points |
| Accompanying spouse/common-law partner’s past studies in Canada (minimum two (2) academic years of full-time* study in an at least two year long study program at a secondary or post-secondary educational institution in Canada). | 5 points |
| Accompanying spouse/common-law partner’s past work in Canada (minimum one (1) year of full-time work in Canada while on a valid work permit or with authorization to work) | 5 points |
| Arranged employment in Canada | 5 points |
| Principal applicant or spouse/common-law partner have a relative** in Canada. The relative must be living in Canada, 18 years or older and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. | 5 points |
| Accompanying spouse/common-law partner’s language ability (English and French language proficiency at CLB 4 level or above in all four language abilities). CLB Level 4 is equivalent to IELTS 4.0 in Writing, 4.5 in Listening, 3.5 in Reading and 4.0 in Speaking). | 5 points |
*Full-time study is equivalent to at least 15 hours of class a week. It is important to maintain good academic standing during that time.
** Relative must be a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, a spouse’s sibling/aunt or uncle, niece or nephew.
