Canadian Experience Class Visa

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a program designed for candidates who have been working in Canada and are seeking permanent residence in the country. It is one of the fastest paths to permanent residency in Canada, with most applications being processed within six months.

The CEC is also one of the streams of the Express Entry program, which ranks candidates according to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores. Express Entry draws for the CEC are conducted regularly, and candidates with CRS scores above the cutoff will receive invitations to apply for permanent residence in Canada.

To be eligible for the CEC program, applicants must meet certain criteria, including:

• Having gained at least one year of full-time skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years. Part-time experience can also be claimed as long as it meets the requirement of working at least 1560 hours.
• Having a legally paid job in Canada that complies with Canadian law.
• Having job duties that fall under the National Occupation Classification (NOC) levels 0, A, or B.
• Scoring a minimum of CLB level 7 for NOC 0 or A jobs, or CLB level 5 for NOC B jobs, on an approved English or French language test.

If you meet these eligibility criteria and are interested in applying for the Canadian Experience Class program, the team at NorthPass Immigration Services can help you navigate the process and increase your chances of success. Contact us to learn more and start your journey to permanent residence in Canada.

It’s worth noting that the work experience requirement for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program does not include experience gained as a self-employed person or as a full-time student in Canada. To be eligible for the CEC, you must have gained at least one year of full-time skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years. This experience must be from a legally paid job that complies with Canadian law, and your job duties must fall under the National Occupation Classification (NOC) levels 0, A, or B.

If you do not meet the work experience requirement for the CEC program, you may still be eligible for other programs that allow you to apply for permanent residence in Canada. The team at NorthPass Immigration Services can help you explore your options and determine the best path forward for your immigration goals. Contact us to learn more and start your journey to permanent residence in Canada.

If you are interested in applying for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program, here are the steps you can take to start your application process:

Step 1: Contact NorthPass Immigration Services to book an appointment with one of our experts. During this appointment, you will have the opportunity to discuss your immigration goals and ask any questions you may have about the CEC program.

Step 2: Provide information for an initial assessment. In order to determine if you are eligible for the CEC program, you will need to provide certain information about your work experience, language skills, and other relevant factors. Our team can help you gather this information and provide an initial assessment of your chances of success.

Step 3: Collect the documents needed to finalize your application. Once you have determined that you are eligible for the CEC program, you will need to gather a range of documents to support your application. This may include proof of your work experience, language test scores, and other supporting materials. Our team can help you ensure that you have everything you need to complete your application.

To get started, all you need to do is fill out our free immigration assessment form. A case analyst will review your profile and get back to you within 48 hours to discuss your CEC application. Contact us today to start your journey to permanent residence in Canada through the CEC program.