🇫🇷 How to create your Express Entry profile for Canada
If you are a skilled worker who wants to become a permanent resident of Canada, the Express Entry system is for you. It is an online system that Canada uses to manage immigration applications for skilled workers. There are three different immigration programs: the Express Entry skilled worker class for individuals with Canadian work experience, the Federal Skilled Workers program for individuals with foreign work experience, and the Federal Skilled Trades program for individuals skilled in a specific trade. Once you have confirmed that you are eligible for one of these programs, you can submit your profile to Express Entry and be ranked based on your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. The CRS is a points-based system that the government uses to rank your profile and is calculated based on your age, education, work experience, language skills, and other factors. Every two weeks, Canada selects candidates with the highest scores from the Express Entry pool and provides them with an invitation to apply for permanent residence.
🛂 Express Entry fees
Creating an Express Entry profile is free, but there are costs before and after submitting your profile. Before submitting your profile, you should expect to pay around 300 dollars for your English language test. You can take either the IELTS or the CELPIP, but personally, I chose the CELPIP because I think it is easier than the IELTS. You will also need to pay for the assessment of your credentials and the translation of any documents into English. After receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residence, you will need to pay additional fees, such as the permanent residence processing fees, which cost 1,365 dollars, including 850 dollars for processing fees and 515 dollars for permanent residence fees. You will also need to pay fees for your police background check, medical examination, and biometrics.
📝 How to create your Express Entry profile
Now that you know what Express Entry is and how much it costs, here's how to create your profile:
1. Search for "Express Entry profile" on Google and click on the first link that says "Submit an Express Entry profile." This is the official website of Canada, and I will leave a link to this page in the description.
2. If you already have an account, you can log in using your GC key or banking information. If you don't have an account, you can click on "Sign up" to create a new one. You will need to click on "Sign up with a GC key" and provide a username, a strong password, and five security questions and answers.
3. Once your registration is complete, you will have a username that you can use to log in to your profile. Enter your username and password to access your profile.
4. On your profile dashboard, scroll down and click on "Apply to come to Canada." If you don't have a personal reference code, simply click on "Express Entry."
5. Select the province where you plan to live, then choose the language you have chosen for your English or French language test.
6. Enter the date you took your English or French language test, then enter your score for each section.
7. Indicate whether you have skilled work experience in Canada or abroad, then enter the details of your work experience.
8. Enter the details of your education and training.
9. Enter your contact information, including your email address and phone number.
10. Review all the information you have entered and submit your profile.
Congratulations, you have now created your Express Entry profile! Make sure to check your profile every week for updates and notifications from IRCC. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the comments below.
🤔 FAQ
Q: How long does it take to receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence?
A: The waiting time varies depending on your CRS score and the current demand. It can take from a few weeks to several months.
Q: Can I modify my Express Entry profile after submitting it?
A: Yes, you can modify your profile at any time before receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residence.
Q: Do I need a lawyer to create my Express Entry profile?
A: No, you can create your profile yourself by following the steps I have described in this article.
🔍 Resources
- Official Express Entry website: https://www.canada.ca/fr/immigration-refugies-citoyennete/services/immigrer-canada/entree-express.html
