Anyone trying to become a permanent resident of Canada will no doubt run into the term “Express Entry” more than once. It is easy to assume that Express Entry is its own immigration program but, surprisingly, this is not correct. Understanding what Express Entry is, and how it works, is a vital step before submitting an application. Express Entry Is a System, Not a ProgramExpress Entry is an application management system introduced by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in 2015. It was brought in after it was found that the existing system was not efficient in processing the overwhelming number of applications that IRCC receives. In the past, Canada reviewed every single application that was submitted, regardless of whether or not an applicant met a baseline of qualifications. This meant that processing times for all applicants could take over five years. How Does Express Entry Work?Express Entry is not as complicated as it appears at first glance. The first step is to find out if you are eligible. You then need to complete your profile to express your interest in applying for status as a permanent resident in Canada. You will then get a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. Roughly every two weeks, IRCC invites the highest-scoring candidates to apply. Here Is a Simplified, Step-by-step Breakdown of the Express Entry Process.Step 1: Check if you are eligible for Express Entry. Each of the three Express Entry-managed programs will have its own minimum eligibility criteria. You need to be eligible for at least one. Step 2: Complete your language testing and get an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). Step 3: Submit your profile to the IRCC website. Step 4: Wait to see if you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence from IRCC. Step 5: If you receive an ITA, submit your completed electronic Application for Permanent Residence (e-APR) to IRCC and pay your fees within the 60-day deadline. You need to include your medical exam and police certificates as part of this step. IRCC will then provide you with an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR). Step 6: Submit your biometrics once IRCC asks you to do so. Step 7: Wait for IRCC to make a final decision on your application. Once it is approved you will receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and a permanent resident visa (if you are from a country that requires a visa) so you can complete your landing. Read more:
https://www.cicnews.com/2022/05/how-does-canadas-express-entry-system-work-0525569.html#gs.18rkul Comments are closed.
|
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. Archives
May 2022
Categories |