Federal Skilled Workers

Key Parameter: Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)/NCLC (for French)

Brief Description

• The applicant has to take an approved language test for English or French.
• The minimum requirement is to procure a score of CLB 7 (NCLC 7 in case of French) in all the 4 language skills (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).

Key Parameter: Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

Brief Description

• For an applicant with Canadian education, a diploma or degree from a Canadian secondary or post-secondary institution is required.
• In case of foreign education, along with the completed credential, an ECA report from a designated organization is required, which shows the Canadian equivalence of the level of education.

Applicants who meet the above eligibility requirements are further assessed based on the following factors. These selection factor points are used to further assess the eligibility for FSW program.

• Age
• Education
• Work Experience
• A Valid Job Offer
• English/French Language Skills
• Adaptability

Once the application is in the Express Entry Pool, a different system, known as the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is deployed to score and rank the said application in the pool. Based on this, the highest-ranking applicants are picked and invited to apply for Permanent Residence, via an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

To understand the selection criteria better and for a clearer picture of the steps involved, as well as to determine your eligibility, get in touch with our FSW program expert. Click here