Express Entry is Canada's system for managing applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. Eligible candidates create an online profile and enter a pool where they are ranked based on a points system. Top-ranked candidates receive invitations to apply for permanent residence. Maintaining an up-to-date profile and meeting program requirements is essential to remain eligible.

• Create and submit an Express Entry profile to enter the pool of skilled immigrant candidates.
• Candidates are ranked using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) based on skills, experience, and other factors.
• Only candidates with the highest scores receive invitations to apply for permanent residence.
• Applicants must provide truthful and complete information; fraud can result in refusal, inadmissibility, or a 5-year bar.
• Profiles must be completed within 60 days or restarted.
• Candidates may be eligible for Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, or Federal Skilled Trades Program, with invitations issued in that order.
• Keep your profile updated with changes such as new jobs, language test results, or family status.
• Proof of funds requirements are updated annually; updates must be made by July 28, 2025 to remain eligible.
• Candidates can improve their scores by obtaining job offers, provincial nominations, better language scores, or additional education and work experience.
• If your work permit expires while in the pool, extend or restore it to maintain eligibility.

• Annual update to the required settlement funds based on 50% of the low income cut-off totals, effective with a deadline to update proof of funds by July 28, 2025.

• Skilled workers seeking to immigrate to Canada through Express Entry.
• Applicants who have created or plan to create an Express Entry profile.
• Candidates needing to maintain or update their profile information and proof of funds.

• Sign in to your IRCC secure account.
• Enter your personal reference code if applicable.
• Complete and submit your Express Entry profile within 60 days.
• Update your profile as needed to reflect changes in your situation.
• Wait for an invitation to apply for permanent residence if you are among the top-ranked candidates.

• Proof of funds update deadline: July 28, 2025

• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/create-profile.html