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Manitoba invited 299 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on March 11 Saskatchewan Issued 248 Invitations In The Latest EOI Draw Held On 11 March, 2021 British Columbia Conducted Latest Tech Pilot Draw Invites 95 Skilled Candidates On March 9 2021 Canada invited 671 Express Entry candidates to send in their applications for permanent residence on March 8. Ontario has invited a total of 271 candidates through the Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream so far in 2021.
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Federal Skilled Worker Program

Canada is an immigrant-friendly country that appreciates hard working skilled labors. It offers several opportunities for individuals and families who wish to permanently settle in Canada. The FSWP is one of the several immigration programs launched by the Canadian government to provide a Permanent Resident (PR) visa to skilled individuals. The PR visa ensures that any individual who has it can enter the country multiple times over 5 years, which is the duration of the visa.The Federal Skilled Worker Program is one of the best and quickest way to apply for a Canadian PR visa.

Immigrants who possess special skills that are required in Canada can easily find a worthwhile job in different states of Canada. They can even settle permanently in the country if they so desire. The major requirement for the FSWP is that applicants need to score at least 67 CRS points for their eligibility for the PR round. Different parameters are considered while calculating the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score. These include the applicant’s age, work experience, education, knowledge of English, and French. The applicant might get an invitation to apply (ITA) for a Canada PR visa if the CRS score is high. If the applicant meets the minimum eligibility criteria for the CRS score and passes the test, they can get a Canada permanent resident (PR) visa.

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What are the benefits of the Federal Skilled Worker Program?

Individuals who apply for Canadian PR visa through the Federal Skilled Worker Program do not require any Canadian work permit, or a job offer from an employee to migrate to Canada. FSWP applicants can travel to Canada without being backed by any Canadian business or organization. They can easily find a job there through the Federal Skilled Worker Program. Other benefits of FSWP include:


  • 1. Candidates who get to enter Canada through the FSWP are not discriminated against and can work in Canada like native citizens of the country. They do not face any kind of work restrictions or other related issues that most migrants carrying any other Canadian work permit face.
  • 2. Individuals who enter Canada through the FSWP have the freedom to go to work, stay, and study anywhere in the country.
  • 3. After individuals who came to Canada through the FSWP have stayed there for three years, they can apply for permanent citizenship of the country. Once that is granted, they also get voting and other associated rights.
  • 4. Once Individuals get permanent citizenship, they can also sponsor their family members to migrate to Canada. What is more, they can even provide free education for dependent children.
  • 5. Earning Canadian citizenship allows you to travel across the world without a visa!
  • 6. Canada’spermanent residents can avail of excellent education as well as healthcare facilities at subsidized rates.
  • 7. They also get access to other facilities provided by the country including insurance and retirement pension.
  • 8. Under the FSWP, PR visa application approval takes relatively less time. Individuals who have applied under this program get their visa in 6-12 months only.The time taken earlier to process the PR visa application was 3 years!
  • 9. If your PR visa application through the FSWP does not pass, the applicants get a refund for the fee they had deposited.

    • Through the FSWP, applicants can stay and work in all states of Canada except Quebec. This is because Quebec has a separate system for a permanent residence visa.

Who is eligible for the FSW program?

    The applications submitted by candidates are evaluated by the IRCC for FSWP eligibility. The following parameters are kept in mind while processing the applications:


  • 1. A minimum score of 67 in the Points Calculator is required.
  • 2. Atleastayear’s experience is required in the desired field in which the applicant has applied under FSWP. This experience must have been anytime in the past ten years.
  • 3. The work experience must be corresponding to any of the NOC skill types(A, O, and B).
  • 4. The minimum English-speaking eligibility requirement must be met. Fluency in French will award you extra points
  • 5. The candidate should have the correctdocumentation for their education. They should possess eithera trade certificate, a Canadian diploma, or a bachelor’s degree to substantiate their educational claims.
  • 6. Proof of character and health certificate is mandatory.
  • 7. There must be enough bank balance to support their stay in Canada till they get a job.

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

One of the critical elements of the FSWP is ECA. Under this category, the educational, as well as professional credentials of the candidates, are reviewed. They are then compared to the level of proficiency in Canada. Individuals who have superior credentials are better educated with more experience can successfully apply for a PR visa under the FSW program.
Through this process,the government ensures that individuals applying for PR have educational and professional qualifications that are at par or exceed the Canadian educational requirements. Several organizations are involved in assisting prospective Canadian immigrants with the ECA process.These organizations charge a substantial fee for the assessment process which varies on how established and reputed the chosen organization is.

Why should you opt for a PR visa through the Federal Skilled Worker Program?

If you are a skilled individual who is looking for greener pastures, then FSWP is an excellent way to get a Canadian Permanent Resident visa. The most popular reason for the popularity of FSWP is that you can immigrate to Canada even without a job offer from an employer there. Usually, while applying for a work permit, you are required to provide an employment letter. However, such restrictions are not applicable in the case of FSWP.
With permanent residency, you get additional benefits of excellent education and healthcare facilities. Once you have stayed in Canada for 3 years, you automatically become eligible for applying for Canadian citizenship. Post acquiring citizenship, you get to enjoy your life as a naturalized citizen of Canada. You too can enjoy the additional benefits of pension, insurance, etc. available for Canadian residents.After getting a Canada PR visa, you can migrate your family to Canada by acting as their sponsor.

Frequently asked Questions

  • What is the FSW program?

    It is the fastest way for individuals who are skilled in different trades to apply for permanent residency in Canada. Through Federal Skilled Visa, permanent residency is granted to skilled professionals who fulfill the points-based eligibility criteria system that considers the applicants' age, education, language ability, work experience, etc. to provide them with a CRS score.

  • Which documents are required to apply for an FSW visa?

    You need your birth certificate, education certificates, medical certificate, character certificate, experience certificate, job letter (if already received), proof of funds (documents about your financial situation), marriage certificate (if traveling with a spouse), passport, and other travel documents.

  • How much work experience is required to migrate to Canada through FSW??

    The minimum work required to apply through the FSW program is two years full-time salariedjob in any of the professions listed in Skill Level A, Skill Level B, or Skill type 0.

  • How much is the FSW visa fees?

    An assessment and application submission fee are charged when individuals apply through the FSW program. For a principal applicant, the fee is CAD 475, while that for a permanent residence is CAD 75. The fee is subject to change and it is important to find out the current fee structure before applying.

  • What steps should I follow to apply for FSW?

    The primary step is to check the eligibility (67 points) on Canada Immigration Points Calculator and then complete the ECA. The next step involves the creation of a profile in the Express Entry Pool. A good CRS points score results in you getting an ITA from the Canada immigration department. After getting the ITA, you should pay the visa fees and apply for PR within 60 days and provide health and character certificates. After 4-6 months your visa gets approved.

  • How is the CRS score calculated?

    The factors on which the CRS score is calculated are your education, language proficiency, age, work experience, prospective employment, and adaptability

  • Can you go to Canada without a job offer in hand?

    With a Federal skilled visa, you can go to Canada even without a job offer. Once you reach there, you can search for a job. Alternatively, you can apply for jobs from India after you get the visa. There is a gap of 3-6 months to reach Canada after your visa is approved.

  • Which jobs are highly in demand in Canada?

    There is a huge demand for doctors, nurses, IT professionals, engineers, chartered accountants, managers, and other corporate professionals in Canada.

  • Which province of Canada should I choose to migrate?

    Ontario and Saskatchewan are two of the most popular provinces of Canada. However, depending on your area of work and its demand across Canada, you can choose the province.

  • How long does it take for applicants to get a Canadian PR?

    No fixed time is taken for the processing of the FSWP application. The time taken depends on the CRS score. Usually, the FSW visa is provided within six months after receiving the ITA. In case the CRS score is low, it can be increased by obtaining a score for the basic level French language or by getting a job offer or extend to PNP nomination. If you have siblings or friends in Manitoba, it could help increase your score too!

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