Canadian Federal Skilled Worker Program with Arranged Employment
The Federal Skilled Worker Program with Arranged Employment is a key component of Canada’s Economic Class immigration, offering skilled professionals a pathway to permanent residency. This program targets individuals who have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, significantly enhancing their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in the Express Entry pool. Applicants must have at least one year of full-time work experience in a skilled occupation, meet specific language proficiency requirements, and possess the necessary educational qualifications.
A valid job offer from a Canadian employer not only increases an applicant’s CRS score but also demonstrates their ability to integrate into the Canadian labor market quickly. Successful candidates receive permanent residency, allowing them to live and work anywhere in Canada. This program is crucial for meeting the country’s labor market needs, driving economic growth, and fostering innovation. By attracting skilled professionals with arranged employment, Canada ensures a steady influx of talent, contributing to its long-term economic prosperity.
Eligibility Criteria for Federal Skilled Workers Program with
Arranged Employment
Arranged Employment: Have a valid, full-time permanent job offer from a Canadian employer for a skilled position that is categorized as Skill Type 0 (managerial occupations) or Skill Level A (professional occupations) or B (technical occupations and skilled trades) in the National Occupational Classification (NOC).
Job Offer Requirements: The job offer must be supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), or be exempt from the LMIA requirement under specific international trade agreements (e.g., NAFTA, CETA), or if the job offer is made to a skilled worker currently working in Canada with a valid work permit.
Language Proficiency: Meet the minimum language requirements by taking an approved language test and achieving Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 for all four language abilities (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) in English or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French.
Education: Have completed a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent foreign credential. Foreign education must be assessed by an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) agency approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Work Experience: Have at least one year of continuous full-time paid work experience (or an equivalent amount in part-time) within the last ten years in a skilled occupation (NOC 0, A, or B).
Admissibility: Be admissible to Canada, meaning applicants must pass security, criminal, and medical checks.
How to Apply?
Confirm Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the FSWP with Arranged Employment, including having a valid job offer from a Canadian employer in a skilled occupation (NOC 0, A, or B), meeting language proficiency requirements, and possessing the necessary education and work experience.
Obtain a Job Offer: Secure a full-time permanent job offer from a Canadian employer. The job offer must be supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), unless it is exempt under specific international trade agreements or for workers already in Canada with a valid work permit.
Language Proficiency: Take an approved language test and achieve Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 for all four language abilities (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) in English, or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French.
Create an Express Entry Profile: Create an online profile on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website through the Express Entry system. Provide accurate information about your job offer, work experience, education, language ability, and other relevant details.
Receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score: Upon completing your profile, you will receive a CRS score based on the information provided. Your CRS score ranks you against other candidates in the Express Entry pool.
Improve Your CRS Score (if needed): Consider improving your CRS score by gaining additional work experience, improving language proficiency, obtaining a provincial nomination, or securing additional points for arranged employment.
Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): If you are among the highest-ranked candidates in the Express Entry pool during a regular draw and have arranged employment, you will receive an ITA to apply for permanent residency under the FSWP with Arranged Employment.
Submit Application for Permanent Residency: Upon receiving an ITA, you have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residency, including all required documents such as proof of job offer, LMIA (if applicable), language test results, education credentials, police certificates, and medical exams.
Wait for Processing: IRCC will process your application, which typically takes about six months from the date of submission. They may request additional information or conduct interviews if necessary.
Receive Confirmation of Permanent Residency: If your application is approved, you and your family members (if applicable) will receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and can then move to Canada as permanent residents.