Learn all about the Canada Immigration for Permanent Residence in 2023, CRS Score & PR Eligibility Points in this read.
Canada’s three skilled economic immigration programs under the Express Entry Program are as follows:
Canada Permanent Residence visa is a multiple entry visa, valid for 5 years. It provides skilled foreign workers with an opportunity to work and settle in Canada. It allows you to change your Canadian PR status to that of a Canadian citizen, after 3 years of stay and work on the PR card.
In order to qualify for Canada PR, you have to satisfy two criteria:
The higher your score, the stronger your application. The following describes these two factors in detail.
Immigration points are awarded in the following manner:
The applicant has to score at least 67 points out of 100 to be eligible for a Canada PR Visa. You can also earn some extra points if you are moving with your spouse to Canada.
Here is a table that explains point distribution for Canada PR Visa application.
|
Category Name |
Maximum Points to be allotted |
|
Age |
12 |
|
Education |
25 |
|
Language Skill |
28 |
|
Work Experience |
15 |
|
Adaptability |
10 |
|
Arranged Full-time Employment |
10 |
PR applicants must have full-time work experience for a minimum of 12 months. Few occupations need specific education or license to apply for a PR visa.
|
Duration of Work Experience (In years) |
Maximum Points Awarded |
|
1 year |
9 |
|
2-3 years |
11 |
|
4-5 years |
13 |
|
6 or more years |
15 |
Federal Skilled Worker Program applicants must have significant work experience in a skilled role,
which must meet the following conditions:
Applicants must have reasonable proficiency in English, French, or both languages. To prove this applicants must provide test results from the following language test providers on their Express Entry profile BEFORE they can apply for a visa:
Applicants are tested on 4 language components: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Applicants must meet at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 in all 4 components of the language test for their 'first official language' (either English or French) for a maximum of 24 points. Applicants can then be awarded an additional 4 points if they achieve CLB level 5 in their 'second official language'.
First Official Language (Maximum 24 points)
|
CLB level |
Speaking |
Listening |
Reading |
Writing |
|
CLB level 9 or higher |
6 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
|
CLB level 8 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
|
CLB level 7 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
|
Below CLB level 7 |
Not eligible to apply |
|||
Second Official Language (Maximum 4 points)
|
Level |
Points Awarded |
|
Minimum CLB level 4 in all abilities |
4 |
|
CLB 4 or less in any of the 4 abilities |
0 |
|
Qualification |
Points |
|
University degree at PhD level or equivalent |
25 |
|
University degree at Master's level or equivalent |
23 |
|
University entry-to-practice degree or equivalent. This degree must be related to a profession at NOC Skill Level A, must be licensed by a provincial regulatory body, and must be in one of the following fields: Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, Podiatry, Optometry, Law, Chiropractic Medicine, Pharmacy |
23 |
|
Two or more Canadian post-secondary degrees/diplomas or equivalent, one of which must be for a program lasting 3 years or more |
22 |
|
A Canadian post-secondary degree/diploma or equivalent, for a program lasting 3 years or more |
21 |
|
A Canadian post-secondary degree/diploma or equivalent, for a program lasting 2 years or more |
19 |
|
A Canadian post-secondary degree/diploma or equivalent, for a program lasting 1 year or more |
15 |
|
A Canadian high school diploma or equivalent |
5 |
if you already have a job offer in Canada, or if you are already working in the country (full time and permanent) which is listed as Skill Type 0, Skill Level A, or Skill Level B on Canada's National occupation Classification list, you will be awarded 10 points in any of the following situations:
1. You are currently working in Canada on a temporary work permit, and:
OR
2. You are currently working in Canada on a temporary work permit, and:
OR
3. You do not have a Canadian work permit, and do not plan to work in Canada before your FSWP visa is granted, and:
OR
4. You are currently working in Canada and have been offered a full time and permanent job with a different Canadian employer, and:
OR
5. You are currently working in Canada in a job that is not subject to the Labour Market Impact Assessment, but NOT due to an international agreement such as the NAFTA agreement or a federal-provincial agreement
You and your accompanying spouse/partner can receive a maximum of 10 points based on any combination of the elements listed below:
|
Adaptability factor |
Points |
|
Your spouse/partner has achieved CLB 4 on all 4 components in an approved English or French language test |
5 |
|
You have completed a minimum of 2 years of full time study (more than 15 hours per week) at a Canadian secondary school or postsecondary education institution |
5 |
|
Your spouse/partner has completed a minimum of 2 years of full time study (more than 15 hours per week) at a Canadian secondary school or post-secondary education |
5 |
|
You have previously worked for at least 1 year in Canada on a valid work permit, in a job listed as Skill Type 0, Skill Level A, or Skill Level B on Canada's National occupation Classification list |
10 |
|
Your spouse/partner has previously worked for at least 1 year in Canada on a valid work permit |
5 |
|
You earned any points under Factor 5: arranged Employment (above) |
5 |
|
You or your spouse/partner have one of the following family members, aged 18 or over,living in Canada as a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident:
|
5 |
Proof of Funds:
The immigration authority evaluates your financial background before granting a PR visa. This is for understanding your ability to support yourself and your family’s living costs (for 12 months after arrival) in Canada. You must plan your savings carefully for this.
In 2021, it is good to have at least CAD 12,960 per person to apply for Canadian PR.
IRCC Express Entry Proof of Funds Requirement in 2023
|
Number of family members |
Funds required in Canadian dollars (CAD) |
Approximate in Indian Rupees (INR) ( **Approx. 1 CAD - INR 60.7) |
|
1 |
CAD 13,310 |
INR 8,07,931 |
|
2 |
CAD 16,570 |
INR 10,05,810 |
|
3 |
CAD 20,371 |
INR 12,36,539 |
|
4 |
CAD 24,733 |
INR 15,01,317 |
|
5 |
CAD 28,052 |
INR 17,02,787 |
|
6 |
CAD 31,638 |
INR 19,20,467 |
|
7 |
CAD 35,224 |
INR 21,38,136 |
|
For each additional family member |
CAD 3,586 |
INR 2,17,674 |
The applicant must be aged 18 years or above but cannot be over 49 years at the time of application. However, the applicants from the age group of 25-35 years are given the top priority.
|
Age (In Years) |
Points Awarded |
|
Under 18 |
0 |
|
18-35 |
12 |
|
36 |
11 |
|
37 |
10 |
|
38 |
9 |
|
39 |
8 |
|
40 |
7 |
|
41 |
6 |
|
42 |
5 |
|
43 |
4 |
|
44 |
3 |
|
45 |
2 |
|
46 |
1 |
|
47 or older |
0 |
Eligibility Factor |
Maximum points |
|
English and/or French language ability |
28 |
|
Education |
25 |
|
Skilled work experience |
15 |
|
Age |
12 |
|
Arranged employment in Canada |
10 |
|
Adaptability |
10 |
|
Total: |
100 |
When it come to your CRS score, there are three factors you have to consider:
|
Factors |
With Spouse/ common-law partner |
Without Spouse/ common-law partner |
|
Age |
110 |
100 |
|
Education level |
150 |
140 |
|
Official languages proficiency (IELTS) |
160 |
150 |
|
Canadian working experience |
80 |
70 |
|
Spouse - Level of education |
10 |
|
|
Spouse - Official language proficiency |
20 |
|
|
Spouse Required IELTS Score (General) |
10 |
|
|
Total |
540 |
460 |
| Factors | Maximum points per factor |
|---|---|
| Maximum points per factor or Education and Canadian Work Experience |
50 |
| Language Ability and (Foreign work experience) Non-Canadian Work Experience or Canadian work experience and Foreign work experience (Non- Canadian Work Experience) |
50 |
| Certificate of Qualification in a Trade and Language Ability | |
| total | 100 |
|
Factor |
Max. points per factor |
|
Brother or sister living in Canada who is a citizen or permanent resident of Canada |
15 |
|
Post-secondary education in Canada - credential of one or two years |
15 |
|
Post-secondary education in Canada - credential of three years or longer |
30 |
|
Arranged employment - NOC 00 |
200 |
|
Arranged employment – any other NOC 0, A or B |
50 |
|
Provincial Nomination |
600 |
|
Maximum points to be claimed |
600 |
The latest 2022 Express Entry draw for the November 23, 2022:
In the Nov 23 Express Entry draw for immigration to Canada, 4750 candidates will be issued an Invitation to Apply (ITA). The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off threshold for this draw was 491 points. The tie-breaking rule for this draw was applied to profiles at 491 points submitted after Nov 9, 2022 at 12:47:08 UTC.
This is an all-program draw, meaning that candidates in the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Trades (FST) programs, including Provincial Nominees, were considered.
You can improve your CRS score under Express Entry Program with these simple steps:
Look at the following table. It tells you the points awarded for Canadian Education Under Express Entry route -
|
Level |
Points Awarded |
|
High School |
0 |
|
One or two-year Post-Secondary, bachelor’s degree |
15 |
|
3-year post-secondary, master’s degree, doctorate, professional degree |
30 |
This is Canada’s national system for describing occupations. Applicants can search the NOC to find out if an occupation is listed or not. NOC helps you to learn about the primary roles and educational qualifications needed for an occupation.
67 is the minimum point requirement to qualify for Canada Immigration in the Express Entry Program. If a candidate is able to score 67 points or higher, they are qualified to apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSPWP).
In case they are not able to meet the cut-off for 67 points, they can do things like:
Your points (CRS score) determine your ranking within the Express Entry pool. The higher the score, the higher the chance to get an ‘Invitation to Apply’ for a Permanent Residence visa in Canada.
The applicant has to score at least 67 points out of 100 to be eligible for a Canada PR Visa. You can also earn some extra points if you are moving with your spouse to Canada. Here is a table that explains point distribution for Canada PR Visa application.
|
Category Name |
Maximum Points to be allotted |
|
Age |
12 |
|
Education |
25 |
|
Language Skill |
28 |
|
Work Experience |
15 |
|
Adaptability |
10 |
|
Arranged Full-time Employment |
10 |
Immigrating to Canada requires submission of a hoard of documents. Before you apply for the Canada Permanent Resident visa,
here is the list of documents you’ll need:
Post-secondary institutions include universities and colleges. Post-secondary schools usually offer diploma, certification or academic degrees to students.
No. The Express Entry System and Provincial Nominee Program allow you to apply for Canada PR without a job offer. With a job offer, you get some extra points for immigration. But you can still apply for PR without it.
IRCC has stated that they will not refuse an incomplete application missing documents due to COVID-19. Start by consulting IRCC’s special instructions for applications being submitted during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can also seek assistance from an authorized immigration agent.
The following is a detailed guide of the application process:
Finding your NOC (National Occupational Qualification)
In order to be eligible for the Canadian express entry program, check if your employment falls under NOC 0, A, B or D.
Assess your educational credential.
There are IRCC approved third parties who assess your foreign education. Based on this, you will know which category to apply for.
Take your English/French language test
In order to receive a Canada PR through express entry, you need to be proficient in one of the two federal languages – English or French.
Calculate your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score
The CRS is a points-based system to assess your profile and rank it in the Express Entry pool. To know your score, use the calculator below.
Get into the Express entry pool
To create your Express Entry profile, you need to submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) with information like :
Personal Reference Code, Marital status, Number of dependent family members, ID documents data, Settlement funds amount, Education history and Language test results, Work history, Passport, Provincial choice, and details of valid employment offer, if applicable.
You will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
You will receive a mail to your account, asking you to apply. You will get a time period of 60 days to fill up other documents and apply.
Document Checklist
Once you receive the ITA, you will have to upload the required document.
Acknowledgement of Receipt and passport request
You will get an acknowledgement of receipt of the document. You will be asked to share your passport.
Prepare for your stay in Canada
You will be granted a PR now. We provide post-visa assistance to help you settle comfortably.
You can apply for a PR card when you are :
You are eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship when you :
|
Fees |
CAD |
INR |
|
Your Application Processing Fee ($850) + Right of Permanent Resident Fee ($515) |
1,365 |
82,855 |
|
Your Application Fee (Without right of permanent residence) |
850 |
51,595 |
|
To include Spouse or Common-Law Partner: Processing Fee ($850) + Right of Permanent Resident Fee ($515) |
1,365 |
82,855 |
|
To include Spouse or Common-Law Partner (without right of permanent residence) |
850 |
51,595 |
|
To include a Dependent Child |
230 |
13,961 |
Other costs include:
IRCC Express Entry Proof of Funds Requirement in 2023
|
Number of family members |
Funds required in Canadian dollars (CAD) |
Approximate in Indian Rupees (INR) ( **Approx. 1 CAD - INR 60.7) |
|
1 |
CAD 13,310 |
INR 8,07,931 |
|
2 |
CAD 16,570 |
INR 10,05,810 |
|
3 |
CAD 20,371 |
INR 12,36,539 |
|
4 |
CAD 24,733 |
INR 15,01,317 |
|
5 |
CAD 28,052 |
INR 17,02,787 |
|
6 |
CAD 31,638 |
INR 19,20,467 |
|
7 |
CAD 35,224 |
INR 21,38,136 |
|
For each additional family member |
CAD 3,586 |
INR 2,17,674 |
It takes usually 6 months on average to process your Canada PR visa application from India after you’ve received the ITA (Invitation to Apply). Processing time may vary depending upon the immigration program you have applied for.
Here is how we can help:
Permanent residents of Canada are allowed to :
No. You don’t lose your permanent resident status when your PR card expires.
Losing your PR status doesn’t happen automatically without your knowledge. It requires an official process to lose or renounce the PR status.
With a PR visa, you are not allowed to :
The permanent resident card (PR Card) is official proof of your permanent resident status in Canada.
You need a PR Card, when :
You can improve your CRS score under Express Entry Program with these simple steps:
You are eligible to apply for a PR visa through various channels. The following are popular routes to obtain permanent residence in Canada.
1. Express Entry Immigration
Express Entry is not a typical immigration program. This is the most simplified and fast immigration selection system in Canada. It is actually an online platform to manage Canada’s immigration application. Eligible candidates have to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). This can be done by submitting an online profile.
Profiles are then ranked according to a point-based system (Comprehensive Ranking System)
An Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR will be sent to the candidates with the highest-ranking. Applicants have to apply within 60 days of receiving ITA
Profile submission has to be under any one of the following federal skilled immigration programs:
2. Family Sponsorship
The family sponsorship stream is not a point-based immigration program. This immigration route allows you to sponsor certain relatives to come to Canada. After obtaining Permanent Resident status, your family members and relatives can also
Family Sponsorship program allows you to support :
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for the Family Sponsorship program when you are :
3. Quebec Skilled Immigration Program
Quebec has its own immigration program. This allows them to select skilled immigrants who can boost the economic development of the province. For the Quebec immigration program, you have to get a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ). It is a permit to live as a permanent resident in the province.
Eligibility
To apply as a Quebec-selected skilled worker, you have to :
Application Procedure
Application for Quebec skilled immigration consists of 2 stages :
4. Atlantic Immigration Pilot
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is for skilled foreign workers and international graduates. This program also helps you to apply for a pathway to permanent residence in Canada.
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria for this pilot program are :
5. Business Immigration Program
Canadian Business Immigration Program is designed to create new opportunities in local markets. It allows skilled immigrants to work and live in Canada. It is perfect for entrepreneurs, businessmen, and self-employed.
There are 4 major categories under the Business Immigration Program :
A. Self-employed Program
You can apply under this stream when you :
B. Start-up Visa
The Canadian Start-Up Visa program grants permanent residence to qualified immigrant entrepreneurs.
Applicants of the Start-Up Visa program must meet these basic eligibility requirements :
C. Business Visitor Visa
This visa is a temporary one. It is for individuals who want to come to Canada and conduct business internationally. Such visa-holders cannot enter the Canadian labor market directly.
You are eligible to apply for Canada Business Visitor Visa when you :
D. Entrepreneur Visa Program
This program is curated for entrepreneurs. The applicants must be willing to establish or invest in a business in Canada.
Application eligibility criteria for Entrepreneur Visa are :
6. Study Visa
A study visa is majorly granted to bachelor’s degree and master’s degree students. This visa is ideal for students willing to pursue their higher studies in Canada.
Eligibility
You can apply for Canadian Study Visa if you :
7. Work Permit
Work permit grants temporary immigration to Canada. You can extend your work permit visa to stretch your stay. After having relevant work experience in Canada, you can also apply for Canadian PR.
Eligibility
You can apply for a work permit when you :
8. Refugee and Asylum Seekers
Canada showcases an appreciable number of refugee sponsorship and asylum seeker programs. Private citizens and communities can take a direct part in such programs. Theanadian government provides safety and protection to its refugees and asylum seekers.
Such programs offer shelters to people who may face :
9. Humanitarian and compassionate grounds
Humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) grounds apply to people with exceptional situations. Such people are not eligible to apply for PR in normal situations.
Influencing Factors
Application Conditions
Other conditions that apply to humanitarian and compassionate grounds are as follows :
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