Express Entry: Federal Skilled Worker Program

Official requirements

These requirements are drawn from the official government pages. Tap “Source” to verify each one yourself.

1. 1

   At least 1 year of continuous skilled work (1,560 hours; 30 hrs/week) in NOC TEER 0/1/2/3, paid, within the last 10 years, in Canada or abroad.

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2. 2

   First official language CLB 7 in all 4 abilities (second official language, if claimed, CLB 5). Results valid < 2 years.

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3. 3

   A Canadian secondary/post-secondary credential, or a foreign credential with an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).

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4. 4

   Score at least 67 of 100 on the six selection factors (Language 28, Education 25, Experience 15, Age 12, Arranged employment 10, Adaptability 10).

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5. 5

   Proof of settlement funds (amount depends on family size), unless you are authorized to work in Canada and have a valid job offer.

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6. 6

   Must be admissible to Canada.

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7. 7

   Must plan to live outside Quebec (Quebec selects its own skilled workers).

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