Canada
CANADA EXPRESS ENTRY PROGRAM
The Express Entry - Federal Skilled Workers Program provides an opportunity to obtain a residence permit. This is an analogue of the Green Card for the United States and the Blue Card for Europe.
Target audience:
all nationalities.
Term for obtaining a residence permit:
Invitation to Apply (ITA) - 1-4 weeks.
PR application processing - 6-12 months.
Terms may vary depending on the bank through which the funds will be credited.
What does express entry provide?
Residence permit for 5 years for you and your family with the right to extend.
The right to live, work and study in any province of Canada.
Free healthcare and social benefits.
Opportunity to obtain citizenship after 3 years of residence.
Sponsorship of relatives for relocation.
Education at a price for Canadian citizens.
IMPORTANT: the program provides only resident status. The candidate is responsible for finding employment upon arrival in Canada.
Requirements for candidates:
Knowledge of English;
A general test is required: IELTS, PTE Core or CELPIP;
IELTS minimum score:
Listening - 8.0;
Reading - 7.0;
Writing - 7.0;
Speaking - 7.0;
Work experience: At least 1-3 years in the relevant field.
Additional requirements for healthcare professionals:
Work experience - at least 6 months within the last 3 years;
Diploma in medicine/healthcare + English test required;
For doctors - MBBS degree is required;
Candidate age: up to 40 years old (no points will be awarded after 40 years).