Immigrate as a skilled worker through Express Entry
We choose skilled immigrants as permanent residents based on their ability to settle in Canada and take part in our economy. There is a new system to manage how people with skilled work experience apply to immigrate to Canada. It is called Express Entry.
How Express Entry works
Overview of the Express Entry system, how to fill out your online profile and how to apply for permanent residence.
Become a candidate
How to get in the Express Entry pool, what makes you eligible, what you need to put in your profile, and how the pool works.
Start your Express Entry profile
What you need before you start, how to create your Express Entry profile, and what happens if you are eligible.
Apply for permanent residence
What to do if you are invited to apply for permanent residence, how to fill out the online form, upload documents, pay your fees and submit your application.
After you apply: get next steps
How we assess your application, what you need to do next, wait times for processing, and preparing to arrive.
Find out if you’re eligible
Use the Come to Canada tool to find out if you can come to Canada as a skilled worker.
Quebec-selected skilled workers
Rules for immigrating to Quebec, how to apply, processing times and preparing to arrive.
Hire permanent workers
How to access candidates through Job Bank and get help from the Employer Liaison Network.
What we are doing
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Choose Canada
Canada has a great job market and plenty of opportunities. If you come as a skilled immigrant, you and your family will benefit from our high quality of life.
Help Centre
Find quick and direct answers to your immigration questions, including how to complete application forms, extend visas and permits, and replace lost documents.
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