The Federal EE program is divided into three categories:

1. Federal EE – Federal Skilled Worker (FSW):

• English proficiency: Achieve a minimum of CLB 7 in IELTS (minimum of 6 in each language skill).
• Pool entry score: Attain a minimum score of 67 points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
• Work experience: Have at least 1 year of continuous paid work experience in the last 10 years, relevant to the application position (part-time work is also considered).
• Occupation category: Work position falls under NOC skill levels 0/1/2/3.
• Educational requirement: Have at least a college diploma or higher.
• CRS score: Achieve a CRS score that meets the minimum required for an invitation to apply (ITA)

2. Federal EE – Federal Skilled Trades (FST):

• English proficiency: IELTS scores of at least 5 in listening, 5 in speaking, 3.5 in reading, and 4 in writing.
• Work experience: Have at least 2 years of work experience as an FST tradesperson in the last 5 years (part-time work is accepted).
• Job offer: Either a 1-year job offer or possession of a Canadian provincial government trade certificate.
• CRS score: Achieve a CRS score that meets the minimum required for an ITA and receive an ITA.
• Occupation category: Occupation falls under the FST occupation list.

3. Federal EE – Canadian Experience Class (CEC):

• English proficiency: For NOC skill levels 0/1, English must be at least CLB 7; for NOC skill levels 2/3, English must be at least CLB 5.
• Educational requirement: No educational requirement.
• Work experience: Have at least 1 year of Canadian work experience in the last 3 years (part-time work is accepted).
• Occupation category: Work position falls under NOC skill levels 0/1/2/3.
• CRS score: Achieve a CRS score that meets the minimum required for an ITA and receive an ITA.

Points Allocation Table:

• The points allocation table requires a minimum score of 67 for eligibility. The score does not affect the ranking and serves as a basic requirement.

CRS Ranking Table:

• The CRS ranking table affects the applicant’s position in the pool. A higher score results in a higher ranking and increased competitiveness. The CRS score is used to screen applicants.

Minimum Score for Invitation:

• The minimum score for receiving an invitation typically fluctuates, with scores above 470 being competitive.

Application Process for Federal EE:

• Free evaluation for eligibility and signing the contract.
• Applicant takes the IELTS test, and the necessary documents are prepared.
• Once ready, the Express Entry profile is submitted, and the applicant waits for an invitation.
• Upon receiving an invitation, the applicant submits a permanent residence (PR) application to the CIC (Canadian Immigration Center) within 60 days.
• Waiting for a medical examination notice, completing the examination at a designated hospital, and waiting for the final visa approval.
• Receiving approval for a Canadian PR card, and the entire family lands in Canada.

Application Timeline for Federal EE:

• The current application timeline for Federal EE is approximately 12 months, subject to fluctuations. Once the situation normalizes, the processing time is expected to return to a 6-month cycle.