Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is one of Canada's main economic immigration pathways managed through the Express Entry system. It is designed for skilled professionals with eligible work experience who wish to become Permanent Residents of Canada.

To qualify, applicants must generally:

• Have at least 1 year of continuous paid skilled work experience within the last 10 years in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation
• Meet the minimum language requirement of CLB 7 in English or French in all four abilities
• Have a Canadian educational credential or an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign education
• Score at least 67 points out of 100 on the Federal Skilled Worker selection grid
• Demonstrate sufficient settlement funds, if required
• Pass medical, security, and background checks
• Demonstrate sufficient settlement funds, if required



Selection Factors (100 Points)

• Education – 25 Points
• Language Ability – 28 Points
• Work Experience – 15 Points
• Age – 12 Points
• Arranged Employment – 10 Points
• Adaptability – 10 Points

Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements can create an Express Entry profile and may be considered for Permanent Residence based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.