Step 1
Check eligibility for Express Entry, PNP, or GTS.
Canada Immigration Consultants in India | XIPHIAS
About Canada
About Canada
Canada offers clear and flexible immigration pathways for skilled professionals. Programs like Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program, and Global Talent Stream help qualified workers gain PR or work permits quickly. With high demand for talent and family-friendly policies, Canada remains a top destination for global professionals.
Capital:OttawaLanguage:English and FrenchCurrency:Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Population
- 40.4 million
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Language
- English and French
- Currency
- Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Time zone
- UTC−3.5 to UTC−8
- Climate
- Temperate to Subarctic
Why Canada
Why Canada?
Points-based selection under Express Entry for skilled migration
PR pathways via FSWP, FSTP, and CEC programs
Provincial Nominee Program adds +600 CRS points advantage
Global Talent Stream for eligible employer-led tech and specialist work permits
Spouse and dependents can apply under PR or work visa routes
Process
How it works
Step 2
Take IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, or TCF language test.
Step 3
Get Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
Step 4
Create an Express Entry profile and get CRS score.
Step 5
Wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR.
Step 6
Submit PR application within 60 days.
Step 7
For GTS, secure LMIA and apply for work permit.
Step 8
Complete medical and police verification.
Step 9
Receive visa or PR approval and move to Canada.
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
Minimum 67 points under FSWP criteria
Valid English/French language test results
Skilled work experience in NOC TEER occupations
Educational Credential Assessment for foreign degrees
Proof of funds, medical, and police clearance
For GTS: employer sponsorship under Category A or B
Frequently asked questions
It is an online, points-based system managing applications for Canada PR under FSWP, FSTP, and CEC.
No. A job offer is not required to enter the Express Entry pool, and job-offer CRS points were removed in March 2025. A qualifying offer may still matter for eligibility under certain programmes.
Most Express Entry PR cases are processed within 6 months of receiving an ITA.
Yes, under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
A fast-track work permit for highly skilled professionals in tech and specialized sectors.
Yes, spouses and dependent children can be added to most PR and work permit applications.
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