Express Entry is an online electronic system which manages the applications of interested skilled workers who wants to become permanent residents of Canada.
How Express Entry Works:
- An eligible candidate submits an online profile.
- Profile of the candidate is accepted into a skill pool where a ranking system called CRS (comprehensive ranking system) reads the profile and rank the applicant among others, by giving CRS Score. The CRS is a points-based system which assesses and rank candidates in the Express Entry skill pool. The CRS score is calculated on the basis of candidate’s age, education, work experience, language skills, adaptability and other factors. Total points are 1200.
- Twice a month, the Canadian government holds draws in the skill pool and selects the highest-scoring candidates from the pool and issues them with an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
- After receiving an ITA, a candidate has 60 days to submit a detailed online application for permanent residence, all required documents and the required Fee.
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based electronic system which is used to assess the profile submitted into the skill pool and rank the same according to the points secured in the Express Entry pool.
The Total CRS points are 1200 equally divided into two sets of points
| Base set of points | up to 600 and |
| Set of additional points of | up to 600 |
Base Points: Up to 600 points
Following factors in a submitted profile contributes to base set of points
- Skills and experience factors
- Spouse or common-law partner factors, such as their language skills and education
- Skills transferability, including education and work experience
Additional Points: Up to 600 points
Following additional factors in a submitted profile make addition to the base set of points
- Canadian Education
- Valid job offer from a Canadian Employer
- Provincial or territorial Nomination
- Sibling living in Canada (must be a citizen or permanent resident)
- Required French language proficiency
Your base points + your Additional points = your total CRS score
Your base points + your Additional points = your total CRS score
