Federal Skilled Worker

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)

The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) is one of the pathways to permanent residence in Canada under the Express Entry system. It is designed for individuals who have the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to Canada’s economy and who want to become permanent residents.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.

Overview of the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)

The FSW Program allows skilled workers to immigrate to Canada based on their ability to settle in Canada and contribute to the economy. Applicants are assessed on a points-based system that evaluates factors like age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other criteria.

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Eligibility Requirements for the Federal Skilled Worker Program

To qualify for the FSW Program, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Work Experience

• Applicants must have at least 1 year (1,560 hours) of full-time (or the equivalent in part-time) skilled work experience in the last 10 years in one of the eligible occupations under National Occupational Classification (NOC) skill levels 0, A, or B.
1. o NOC Skill Level 0: Management jobs
2. o NOC Skill Level A: Professional jobs (e.g., doctors, engineers)
3. o NOC Skill Level B: Technical jobs and skilled trades (e.g., chefs, electricians)
• Skilled work experience means work that requires a certain level of training, education, or experience (usually post-secondary education or skilled trades).

2. Language Proficiency

• You must meet the minimum language requirement in either English or French (Canada’s two official languages).
• Language proficiency is tested through one of the approved language tests:

o English: IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program)
o French: TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) or TCF (Test de connaissance du français)

• The minimum required scores are

o CLB 7 (Canadian Language Benchmark 7)or equivalent for English or French in all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

3. Education

• You must have at least a secondary school diploma (high school), but higher education is usually preferred.
• Education credentials obtained outside of Canada must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment organization to determine how they compare to Canadian standards. This is called an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
• Degree equivalency can be checked with an ECA report from designated organizations like:
1. o WES (World Education Services)
2. o CES (Comparative Education Service)
3. o ICAS (International Credential Assessment Service of Canada)
4. o IQAS (International Qualifications Assessment Service)

4. Proof of Funds

• You must show proof of sufficient funds to support yourself and your dependents once you arrive in Canada, unless you are currently working in Canada on a valid work permit or have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer.
• The amount of funds required depends on your family size and is updated annually by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). As of 2024, the minimum required funds for a single applicant are around CAD 13,757, with additional funds required for each family member.

5. Admissibility and Health

• You and your family members must pass medical exams to show you are in good health.
• You must also pass a criminal background check to prove that you are admissible to Canada.

How the Federal Skilled Worker Program is Assessed:

The FSW Program uses a points-based system called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which is used to rank applicants under the Express Entry pool. To qualify for the FSW program, you need to score at least 67 points out of 100 on the FSW Points Grid.

FSW Points Grid:

You can earn points in the following categories:

1. Age (Maximum 12 points)

Points are awarded based on your age at the time of application:

• 36 years: 11 points
• 37 years: 10 points
• 38 years: 9 points
• 39 years: 8 points
• 40 years: 7 points
• 41 years: 6 points
• 42 years: 5 points
• 43 years: 4 points
• 44 years: 3 points
• 45 years: 2 points
• 46 years: 1 point
• 47 years and older: 0 points

2. Education (Maximum 25 points)

Points are awarded based on your level of education:

• Master’s or professional degree: 23 points
• 2 or more post-secondary degrees or a 3-year post-secondary diploma: 22 points
• One post-secondary degree or diploma of 3 years: 21 points

3. Work Experience (Maximum 15 points)

Points are awarded based on the number of years of full-time skilled work experience in the past 10 years:

• 2 years: 11 points
• 3 years: 13 points

4. Language Ability (Maximum 28 points)

Language ability is a critical component of the FSW Program. You can earn points based on your proficiency in either English or French:

• CLB 9

• CLB 8 in all four abilities: 20 points
• CLB 7: 16 points

Points are also awarded for a second language, such as French, if applicable.

5. Arranged Employment in Canada (Maximum 10 points)

If you have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, you may be awarded additional points. The offer must be for full-time, permanent employment in a skilled position (NOC 0, A, or B).

6. Adaptability (Maximum 10 points)

Points are awarded based on factors that show how well you are likely to adapt to life in Canada. Some examples include:

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• A spouse or common-law partner who meets certain criteria (language skills, work experience)
• Relatives in Canada