Determine your eligibility for the Express Entry program based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency (English or French), and adaptability.
Create Express Entry Profile :
Create an online profile in the Express Entry system and provide accurate information about your qualifications and work experience.
Receive Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score :
Obtain a CRS score based on factors like age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other additional factors.
Enter Express Entry Pool :
Enter the pool of Express Entry candidates and wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
Receive ITA :
If you meet the eligibility criteria and have a competitive CRS score, you will receive an ITA to apply for permanent residency.
Submit PR Application :
Submit your complete PR application within the specified timeframe after receiving the ITA.
Medical Exam and Biometrics :
Undergo a medical examination and provide biometrics to meet admissibility requirements.
Background Check :
Complete background checks and verifications as part of the PR application process.
Visa Grant :
If your visa application is approved, you will receive a visa grant notification for the Subclass 491 visa.
Permanent Residency Approval :
If your application is approved, you will receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and a Permanent Resident Visa.
Travel to Canada :
Make arrangements to travel to Canada and activate your permanent residency status.
Non-Express Entry PR Process Flow
Choose a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) :
Determine the most suitable Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) based on your qualifications and work experience.
Apply to the PNP :
Submit your application to the selected PNP and await nomination from the province.
Receive Provincial Nomination :
Upon receiving provincial nomination, you become eligible to apply for permanent residency through the Non-Express Entry stream.
Submit PR Application :
Complete and submit your permanent residency application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Medical Exam and Background Check :
Undergo a medical examination and background check as part of the PR application process.
PR Approval :
If your application is approved, you will receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and a Permanent Resident Visa.
Travel to Canada :
Prepare to travel to Canada and establish your permanent residency status in the province that nominated you.
