Express Entry is a point-based Canada immigration regulatory system developed by the Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in 2015. With this system, the Canadian government can manage skilled worker applications wanting to immigrate to Canada as permanent residents.
Applicants with the highest points receive an Invitation To Apply (ITA) for PR in Canada.
There are three significant immigration programs under Express Entry –
- The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The eligibility criteria for the express Entry are:
- A test proving adequate knowledge of English or French
- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) positive report
- A score of at least 67 points to qualify for some programs
- Good medical health
- Ability to clear the debt
- No age barrier, but no point are awarded for over 47 years
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is point-based. It assigns points to applicants after assessing various factors. The factors and sub-factors are explained below.
There are a total of 1200 points. You must remember –
- Core or Human Capital factor + Spouse or common-law partner factors = Maximum 500 points
- Core or Human Capital factor + Spouse or common-law partner factors + Transferability factors = Maximum 600 points
- Core or Human Capital factor + Spouse or common-law partner factors + Transferability factors + Additional factors = Maximum 1200 points
The documents required for the Express entry depend on two stages:
- Profile submission
- Permanent residency application submission
For profile submission you’d need:
- Passport
- Report of Educational Credential Assessment
- Results of the language test
- Employment offer (if received)
- Provincial nomination ((if accepted)
For permanent residence application submission, you need:
- Proof of funds
- Police clearance certificate
- Medical examination report
How to Apply for the Canada PR Express Entry Visa?
You can apply to Canada PR express entry by following the steps given below:
- Check if you are eligible for the program
- Collect all the required documents
- Create your Express Entry profile
- Submit the profile
- The candidates are selected based on their CRS scores
- The applicant with the highest score gets an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
- After the ITA, candidates have to apply within 60 days for permanent residence
- If selected, you have to submit additional documents
- After verification, you can get PR in Canada
Check Out the Latest Canada Express Entry Draw here.
What are the costs for Canada Express Entry in 2023?
The fees that you have to submit depends on your application. You have the option to pay the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) either – (1) at the time of your Canada PR application submission, or (2) when Canadian permanent residence is granted to you.
| For | Fee in Canadian Dollars (CAD) | Fee in Indian Rupees (INR) ( **Approx. 1 CAD – INR 60.7) | |
| Main Applicant | Application processing fee | CAD 850 | INR 51,596 |
| Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) | CAD 515 | INR 31,261 | |
| Spouse/partner | Application processing fee | CAD 850 | INR 51,596 |
| RPRF | CAD 515 | INR 31,261 | |
| Dependent child | CAD 230 (per child) | INR 13,961 (per child) | |
Canadian Permanent Residence in 2023 – Economic Immigration – Fees List
The fees for all permanent residence applications have been increased by IRCC on April 30, 2022.
Applicable to –
- Express Entry
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP)
- Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
- Quebec-selected skilled workers
- Agri-Food Pilot (AFP)
Note. RPRF is to be paid when your Canada PR application is approved. You can submit your Canada PR application without the same. However, to prevent processing delays, it is recommended to pay the fee along with your application.
RPRF is refunded if you withdraw your PR application or get a refusal by IRCC.
You can’t become a permanent resident of Canada without paying the RPRF.
Other Costs to Consider:
- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for Immigration: CAD 240 (for ECA by WES). This will be INR 14,676 approximately.
- Language tests – IELTS or CELPIP for English: INR 15,500 for IELTS; INR 10,845 for CELPIP General.
- Provincial nomination, if applicable: between CAD 250 or INR 15,291 approx. (New Brunswick) and CAD 1,500 or INR 91,732 approx. (Ontario).