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About the Skilled Worker Selection Program | Gouvernement du Québec

The Skilled Worker Selection Program is designed for individuals who want to settle permanently in Québec and work. Applicants must declare their interest through Arrima and meet specific selection criteria to be invited to apply for permanent selection.

Summary

The Skilled Worker Selection Program allows skilled workers to immigrate permanently to Québec. Interested candidates must submit a declaration of interest via Arrima, where their profiles are scored based on various criteria. Those who meet the required points and criteria may receive an invitation to apply for permanent selection. Successful applicants receive a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ), enabling them to proceed with permanent residency applications.

Key points
  • Applicants must first complete a declaration of interest in Arrima.
  • Profiles are scored based on multiple criteria in a declaration bank.
  • Candidates with sufficient points and matching Québec's criteria may be invited to apply for permanent selection.
  • Applicants must meet all program selection criteria to be selected.
  • Selected candidates receive a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ).
  • Contact information is available for the ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration for inquiries.
Who is affected
  • Skilled workers who want to immigrate permanently to Québec and work.
How to apply / next steps
  • Declare interest by completing a declaration of interest in Arrima.
  • Wait for an invitation to apply based on profile scoring.
  • Submit an application for permanent selection upon invitation.
  • Meet all selection criteria to be granted the CSQ.
Dates
  • Last update: August 8, 2025
Keywords
Québec Skilled Worker Selection Program Arrima permanent immigration CSQ skilled workers immigration program
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Published
2026-02-08
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