Canada — Permanent Residency (Express Entry)

Canada is one of the most attractive countries globally for highly skilled workers seeking permanent residency. Canada — Permanent Residency (Express Entry) is a federal immigration system designed to help skilled foreign workers obtain permanent residency in Canada. This system manages three main economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Express Entry is not a separate visa type, but rather an application management system that evaluates candidates based on their age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and ties to Canada.

The main advantage of this program is its speed and efficiency. Candidates create an online profile, where they provide information about their qualifications. Based on this information, they are assigned a score according to the Comprehensive Rating System (CRS). Candidates with the highest scores receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency. Canada's Express Entry program, unlike some immigration programs in Australia , often does not require a provincial nomination or a specific job offer, although their presence significantly increases the CRS score. This program is particularly attractive to Georgian citizens who have high qualifications and want to live and work in Canada.

Under the Express Entry system, an applicant must meet the criteria for one of the programs mentioned above. For example, the FSWP requires a minimum of skilled work experience and language proficiency, while the CEC is designed for those who already have work experience in Canada. Students on a Canadian study permit who have completed their studies and have gained work experience in Canada can often progress to permanent residence through the CEC program, which is a very popular route. In contrast, the Canadian Family Sponsorship Program is designed for family members of Canadian citizens or permanent residents and is based on different criteria.

Once your application is submitted, IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) reviews your documents and makes a decision. Given the complexity of the process, GetVisa offers full support, from creating your profile, preparing your documents, and submitting your application. Our experts will help you optimize your CRS score and ensure that your application is complete and error-free. This process requires accuracy and attention to detail to avoid rejection.

It is important to note that the requirements for the Canada — Permanent Residency (Express Entry) program are subject to change in accordance with Canadian immigration policies. For example, unlike Japanese permanent residency programs, which often require a long period of residence in the country, Express Entry allows for faster decisions, but is highly competitive. Also, like Australia or Singapore , obtaining permanent residency in Canada requires an investment in language learning, educational assessment, and preparation of the necessary documentation. The GetVisa team is ready to advise you and help you through this difficult process so that your dream of living in Canada becomes a reality.