Canada's federal economic immigration system for skilled workers — from initial eligibility assessment and profile creation through CRS optimisation, Invitation to Apply, and the full PR application. We handle CEC, FSW, and FST end-to-end.
Express Entry is IRCC's online intake system for managing applications under three federal economic immigration programs: Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), and Federal Skilled Trades (FST). It also handles the Express Entry stream of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
Eligible candidates submit an online profile, are scored under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), and enter a pool valid for 12 months. IRCC issues Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in regular draws — some general (highest scores), others category-based (targeting specific occupations or French speakers). After an ITA, you have 60 days to file a complete PR application. IRCC's service standard for most files is six months from submission.
All three programs share the same Express Entry profile, CRS scoring, and ITA process. What differs is the underlying eligibility — most of our work begins by confirming which program (or programs) you qualify under.
For people already working in Canada.
For skilled workers anywhere in the world.
For skilled tradespeople with a job offer or Canadian certification.
Every Express Entry profile gets a CRS score out of a possible 1,200 points. IRCC issues invitations in each draw down to a cutoff score — the higher your score, the sooner you're invited. We optimise score-building inputs before you submit (language tests, ECA timing, work experience documentation, French if relevant) so your profile enters the pool at its strongest.
Age, education, official language ability, Canadian work experience. The biggest block of points for single applicants.
If you're applying with a spouse, points are split between the principal applicant and the partner across education, language, and work experience.
Combinations of education + work experience + language earn additional points (e.g. higher education combined with strong English and Canadian work experience).
Provincial nomination adds 600. Valid arranged employment adds 50 or 200 depending on the role. French proficiency, Canadian study credentials, and a sibling in Canada also add points.
Since 2023, IRCC also issues invitations through category-based rounds — drawing from in-pool candidates who meet specific occupation, language, or sector criteria. Cutoff scores in category rounds are usually lower than general rounds for qualifying profiles. Current categories:
IRCC refreshes the category list each year based on labour-market priorities. We confirm current eligibility at your consultation.
Every Express Entry file at JSR is handled directly by Jugraj — no junior reviewers, no handoffs. Below is the four-step path most economic-class files follow.
We confirm which program(s) you qualify under, map your work history to the right NOC/TEER, plan your language test (IELTS General / CELPIP for English, TEF/TCF for French), and order an ECA if needed.
We submit your Express Entry profile with the strongest documented score. Your profile is valid in the pool for 12 months. We monitor every draw and update your profile when scores change.
When your CRS meets the round cutoff (general or category-based), IRCC issues an ITA. You have 60 days to file the complete electronic application for permanent residence (e-APR).
Full document package, medicals, biometrics, and IRCC submission. We respond to procedural fairness letters and follow up on stalled files. Service standard for most files is six months — we walk you through landing once approved.
The exact list depends on your program, country, and family situation. This is the working inventory most Express Entry files need — we customise it after the first consultation.
These are the government fees payable to IRCC at the application stage. They apply across CEC, FSW, FST, and the Express Entry stream of the Provincial Nominee Program.
IRCC fees as of April 30, 2026. Medical exam, language tests, ECA reports, translations, and police certificates are billed separately by their respective providers.
View the current IRCC fee schedule ↗Send a short summary of your work history, education, and language status. We'll respond within one business day with the program(s) you qualify under and the next steps.