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Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada
Canada

Express Entry PR

Express Entry is Canada's main system for skilled workers to become permanent residents. Your profile is ranked by the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), and the highest-ranked candidates are invited to apply. We help you maximise your score and submit a complete, accurate application.

Overview

What you need to know

Express Entry manages applications for three federal economic programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program. Eligible candidates create an online profile and receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score based on age, education, language ability, work experience and other factors.

IRCC holds regular draws from the pool. Some draws are general, while others target specific categories such as healthcare, trades, education or French-language ability. If you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), you have a limited time to submit a complete permanent residence application with all supporting documents.

Small details can change your score — or cause a refusal after an ITA. That's why we review your profile carefully before it goes into the pool: we check your work experience against the correct NOC code, plan your language tests and make sure your documents support every claim in your profile.

Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada

How we help

Our Express Entry PR services

Federal Skilled Worker

For skilled professionals with foreign work experience, education and strong language scores.

Canadian Experience Class

For people who have gained skilled work experience in Canada.

Federal Skilled Trades

For qualified tradespeople with a job offer or certificate of qualification.

Category-based draws

Targeted draws for in-demand occupations such as healthcare, trades and French-speaking candidates.

CRS improvement plan

Language retakes, French, spouse factors, education credential assessment and provincial nomination.

eAPR filing

Complete permanent residence application after your ITA, with every document reviewed.

Step by step

How it works with Immiflows

  1. 01

    Eligibility & CRS check

    We confirm which programs you qualify for and calculate your current CRS score.

  2. 02

    Language test & ECA

    We plan your IELTS, CELPIP, PTE Core or French test and guide your Educational Credential Assessment.

  3. 03

    Create your profile

    We create an accurate Express Entry profile with the right NOC codes and details.

  4. 04

    Improve your score

    While you wait, we look at retakes, French, spouse factors and provincial nomination options.

  5. 05

    Apply after your ITA

    We prepare and submit your complete PR application with every document reviewed.

General eligibility

  • Skilled work experience — the amount and type required depend on the program
  • Valid language test results (IELTS General, CELPIP, PTE Core or TEF/TCF)
  • Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign education
  • Proof of settlement funds unless exempt
  • Meets the minimum points for the selected program

Common documents

  • Passport
  • Language test result
  • ECA report
  • Reference / experience letters
  • Proof of funds
  • Police certificates

The exact checklist depends on your profile. We give you a personalised list after your assessment.

Avoid refusals

Common mistakes to avoid

Many refusals come from avoidable errors. These are the ones we see most often — and help our clients avoid.

  • Claiming work experience under the wrong NOC code or TEER category
  • Experience letters that are missing duties, hours or salary details
  • Letting language test results expire before the application is complete
  • Not declaring family members or previous visa refusals
  • Proof of funds that doesn't meet the requirement or isn't documented properly

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What CRS score do I need?

Cut-off scores change with every draw and depend on the draw category. We calculate your current score and show you realistic ways to improve it.

Do I need a job offer?

No. A job offer is not mandatory for Express Entry, although it can help in some cases.

How long is a profile valid?

An Express Entry profile stays in the pool for up to 12 months, after which you can create a new one.

Can I include my spouse in my application?

Yes. Your spouse's education, language and work experience can affect your CRS score. We calculate your score both ways to see which is better.

How long are language test results valid?

For Express Entry, language test results are valid for two years from the test date and must be valid when you create your profile and when you submit your application.

What happens after I receive an ITA?

You submit a complete PR application within the deadline, including police certificates, medical exams and proof of funds. Planning these documents early saves a lot of stress.

Ready to start your Canada journey?

Take the first step toward your move — your first assessment is free.