Hi
I am new in this group and just started for EE process. So your guidance and help is much appreciated.
I have some questions and here is few information of mine for your kind consideration -
I have done my IELTS (overall score 6.5, [R-6.5, W-6, L-7, S-6]) and ECA from WES last year as I was about to apply for FSWP. However, I didn't apply actually because my desired NOC - Software engineers and designers (NOC 2173) has been capped out by that time (I was too late). I have 8+ years of experience in Software development, I am 32 years old and a married applicant.
Now according to your "STEPS TO CREATE - EE PROFILE" - during the eligibility test -
1. First question - province or territory I would like to live in ? > I actually don't know which province is better for my NOC !! Do I really have to select one?
2. Work experience section - there are few skilled trades listed (NOC codes that start in 72, 73, 82, 92, 632 & 633) but 2173 is not there !! Is NOC 2173 not eligible for EE process?
3. I neither have any canadian work experience nor canadian job offer yet. Is that mandatory?
4. After the eligibility test the result is - "Based on your answers, you do not appear to be eligible for Express Entry", though one of the immigration consultant agency of my country told me that my score is 325 and I am eligible to apply !! I am confused !! Should I stop right now or still there is a chance?
And my last question, if I am eligible then what should be the next step?
Hope to get some advises from you.
Thanks.