Yes, you can apply from anywhere in the world as long as you meet the eligibility requirements.

Only if you already have a valid work permit. The PR process itself doesn’t give you work authorization until approval.

Yes. You must take an approved English or French language test and score at least CLB 7 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking

Yes, Canadian work experience gives you additional CRS points, making you more competitive in the Express Entry pool.

No. Meeting eligibility doesn’t guarantee an Invitation to Apply, you still need a competitive CRS score to be selected in a draw.

Your profile stays active for 12 months. If you don’t get invited during that time, you can create a new profile

If you successfully receive an Express Entry invitation to apply for permanent residence, you will be asked to submit the following documents under the FSWP in support of your permanent residence application:

• appropriate application forms, signed and completed;
• appropriate Canadian government processing fees;
• identity and civil status documents;
• travel documents and passports;
• evidence of education training/professional qualifications;
• evidence of work experience;
• IELTS or CELPIP and/or TEF or TCF Canada results or;
• Canadian educational credential assessment;
• evidence of Arranged Employment, if applicable;
• evidence of points claimed, if any, under the adaptability factor;
• police certificates and clearances;
• proof of settlement funds.

All candidates who receive an invitation to apply are also required to submit the following supporting documents along with their e-application:

• Valid passport
• Language test results
• Documentation attesting to work experience
• Police clearance certificate(s)
• Upfront medical information tracking sheet
• Photographs of principal applicant and family members

It is important to note that many Canadian Immigration Visa Offices have their own specific document requirements that must be respected in order to avoid having an application returned, delayed or even refused.

Yes, Express Entry will have three types of draws throughout the year:

• General draws: Invite the top candidates from the pool who qualify for one of the three Express Entry programs: Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), or Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
• Program-specific draws: Invite top candidates for a specific program, like the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), where only PNP-eligible candidates get invited.
• Category-based draws: The Minister of Immigration sets categories to meet Canada’s economic needs. Top candidates in those categories will be invited once they’re established.