ABC of Canadian Express Entry Program,2015.
Prequisites for Express Entry,FSW Option.
1.Write language test which could be IELTS,CELPIP or TEF based on your primary language(English or French)
Note:If you are married,it is advisable that Principal Applicant(PA) & his/her spouse write the language test.Test to be taken for English is the General Training option(GT) using the link below:
https://ielts.britishcouncil.org/Default.aspx
2.Evaluation of Academic credential(ECA)
You must as a matter of urgency send your academic transcripts and certificate to appointed Canadian bodies for assessment.This assessment is purely for Immigration purposes.Note:If you attended a canadian institution,there is no need for such evaluation.
Designated organizations for ECAs
You can arrange to get your assessment from:
• Comparative Education Service – University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
http://learn.utoronto.ca/international-professionals/comparative-education-service-ces/immigration
• International Credential Assessment Service of Canada
http://www.icascanada.ca/fsw/home.aspx
• World Education Services
http://www.wes.org/ca/fswp/
• Medical Council of Canada (professional body for Doctors)
• Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (professional body for Pharmacists)
HOW DO I CALCULATE MY SCORE UNDER EXPRESS ENTRY
The maximum point any candidate can attain under the express entry is 1,200(600 points from yourself based on some criteria and 600 points from either Job offer or province nomination).Use this link to calculate your points.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/crs-tool.asp
EXPRESS ENTRY STEPS (EXPRESS ENTRY PROFILE SET-UP MADE EASY)
STEP 1
etermine your eligibility using the link below
http://www.cic.gc.ca/ctc-vac/ee-start.asp
Sample of eligibilty report,you will obtain if done correctly must generate Personal reference code
Note:The Personal reference code generated during this process is valid for 2 months only and if not used before expiration,applicant must conduct the eligibility process again.
Once the above result is obtained,follow through the steps to carry your Express Entry profile by creating MyCIC account via step 3 above or use the link below
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/e-services/mycic.asp#login
From this link click on Continue to GCKey and you must have the screen shown below
Click on Register for a new GCKey if you don't have an account before but if you are returning just sign in with your user ID and Password.
Step 2:On MyCIC account created,you will then see the statement below meaning you are on the right path,if not start over again.
Welcome to MyCIC, Applicant Full names will be shown.
Step 3:Click on Express Entry and set up your profile.
At the stage of building your profile,the 2 prequisites(Language test & ECA report) mentioned above will be needed and are mandatory.
The result of EE profiling must look like this
Date :MM DD,YYYY
Express Entry Profile number:EE000XXXXXX
Your name:JOHN PETER PAUL
Your email address:xxxxxxxxx @ hotmail.com
1.Your Express Entry Profile number E000XXXXXX(ALPHANUMERIC)
2.Your Job seeker validation code: XXXX(4 DIGIT CODE)
Step 4:This is the final step
Register with the Job Bank using the result of the EE profile above.
Once all the steps are properly executed,you will get messages in your MyCIC account and you are now in the pool to be drawn.
JOB OFFER SEARCH
If you are looking for jobs in Canada,you must design your resume meeting the Canadian standard format as well as preparing a cover letter using the link below:
https://seekers.jobbank.gc.ca/commun-common/conditions-terms.aspx?new=1
Resume and cover letter format can be obtained from the link above.
Wishing you good luck in your Canadian Immigration pursuits.
FAQ
1.How do I know if I am selected?
Please always check MyCIC account messages as well as your email for NOTIFICATION
2.What should I expect from CIC if selected?
You will receive ITA(Invitation to Apply) which must be used within 60days of receiving such inviation
3.Can I decline ITA?
Yes but this action must be communicated to CIC before the expiration of ITA.
4.Do I need Proof of Fund(POF)?
Yes,if you are nominated by Province and No,if you have job offer.
5.After ITA what is the next thing?
You will complete all the relevant forms,pay fees,undergo medical(medical based on instructions from local visa office) and upload supporting documents for further review.
