Express Entry program

Fast-Track Your Journey to Permanent Residence

 

The Express Entry program is Canada’s most popular and efficient immigration pathway for skilled individuals seeking permanent residency (PR). Launched in 2015, it was designed to streamline the immigration process and attract high-caliber talent to strengthen the Canadian economy.

 

If you’re a skilled worker ready to build your future in Canada, Express Entry may be your ideal path.

Express Entry program

How Express Entry Works 2-Step Process

Each stream is tailored to specific applicant profiles, but all are processed through the Express Entry system.

Create Your Online Express Entry Profile

You’ll provide personal details such as:

  • Education
  • Work experience
  • Language proficiency (English/French)
  • Age

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If eligible under one of the programs, you’ll enter the Express Entry pool and be assigned a CRS score (Comprehensive Ranking System).

 

Candidates in the pool are ranked based on their CRS scores. Those with the highest scores receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

📌 Your Express Entry profile remains valid for 12 months. If you don’t receive an ITA within that time, you may submit a new profile.

How Is Your CRS Score Calculated?

Your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score is calculated based on key factors such as:

  • Age
  • Education (Canadian or foreign credentials)
  • Language proficiency (IELTS/CELPIP for English, TEF for French)
  • Canadian work experience
  • Job offer from a Canadian employer
  • Provincial nomination (worth 600 CRS points)
  • Family ties in Canada

Maximizing your CRS score significantly increases your chances of receiving an ITA.

How NorthPass Can Help

Navigating the visitor visa process can be time-consuming and stressful—but it doesn’t have to be. At NorthPass Immigration Services, we provide full support every step of the way:

How Long Does Express Entry Take?

Profile validity: 

12 months in the candidate pool

After ITA:

90 days to submit full documentation

After application submission:

Most PR applications are processed in 6 months.