Express Entry is an online system managing immigration applications for three federal programs: Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, and Federal Skilled Trades Program. Each program has specific eligibility criteria related to language skills, work experience, job offers, and education.
Express Entry manages applications for skilled workers under three federal programs, each with distinct eligibility requirements. The Canadian Experience Class requires Canadian work experience and specific language benchmarks. The Federal Skilled Worker Program requires foreign or Canadian work experience, secondary education, and language proficiency. The Federal Skilled Trades Program focuses on skilled trades with required job offers or certification and specific language levels. Applicants can also apply through the Provincial Nominee Program for additional points.
- Express Entry manages immigration applications for Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, and Federal Skilled Trades Program.
- Language proficiency requirements vary by program and occupation TEER categories.
- Work experience requirements differ: 1 year Canadian experience for Canadian Experience Class, 1 year continuous work for Federal Skilled Worker, 2 years within 5 years for Federal Skilled Trades.
- Job offers are required only for Federal Skilled Trades Program; optional for Federal Skilled Worker Program.
- Education is required only for Federal Skilled Worker Program (secondary education minimum).
- Applicants can apply through the Provincial Nominee Program via Express Entry for additional points and faster invitation.
- Express Entry system continues to manage applications for three federal skilled worker programs with defined eligibility criteria.
- Provincial Nominee Program candidates receive additional points to expedite invitations to apply.
- Skilled workers with eligible Canadian or foreign work experience seeking permanent residence in Canada.
- Applicants interested in the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, or Federal Skilled Trades Program.
- Individuals considering applying through the Provincial Nominee Program for additional points.
- Check eligibility using the Come to Canada tool or IRCC secure account questionnaire.
- Create an Express Entry profile with required documents.
- Apply for permanent residence after receiving an invitation.
- Provincial Nominee Program applicants can apply through Express Entry for additional points.
- Published: 2026-02-19