Canadian Experience Class Visa - What to Consider Before Applying?

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is an ideal immigration program for foreign workers in Canada and international graduates who aspire to become permanent residents of Canada. This program is part of the Express Entry system, designed to attract skilled workers who have gained Canadian work experience and want to settle permanently in the country.

What is Canadian Experience Class (CEC)?

The CEC is a Canadian immigration program that allows individuals with at least one year of work experience in Canada to apply for permanent residency. It is designed for temporary foreign workers and international graduates who want to stay in Canada long-term.

Express Entry System:

Launched on January 1, 2015, the Express Entry system is a fast-track immigration process used to select skilled workers for permanent residence. It prioritizes applicants who can contribute to Canada’s economic growth and selects them based on their skills and qualifications. If you meet the program’s criteria, you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

The Express Entry system is composed of three main immigration programs:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FST)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Benefits of Canadian Experience Class (CEC) PR Visa:

1. Faster Processing: Applications are processed more quickly, often within 3 to 4 months.
2. Work Experience Value: Applicants benefit from the one year of work experience, which adds points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
3. No Settlement Fund Requirement: Unlike other immigration programs, applicants do not need to show proof of settlement funds.

Do You Need a Job Offer for Canadian Experience Class?

No, a job offer is not required for the Canadian Experience Class. However, applicants must have at least one year of work experience in any occupation listed in the National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Eligibility for Canadian Experience Class:

To apply for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), candidates must meet the following criteria:

1. Work Experience:

   • At least one year of skilled work experience in Canada within the last three years.
   • The experience must be in an occupation classified under NOC as skilled (managerial, professional, technical, or skilled trades).
   • Experience must be full-time (30 hours/week) or the equivalent in part-time work.

2. Language Proficiency:

   • Candidates must meet the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) requirements for speaking, reading, listening, and writing.
   • Applicants need to take an approved language test (IELTS, CELPIP for English; TEF, TCF for French).

3. Education (Optional for More Points):

   • While education is not mandatory for CEC, having a Canadian high school diploma or a foreign credential (with an ECA report) can earn additional points in the CRS.

4. Quebec Residency:

   • Applicants must be willing to live and work outside Quebec (since Quebec has its own immigration program).

5. Full-Time Employment:

   • Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months of full-time work experience or an equivalent part-time job.

Cost of Canadian Experience Class PR Visa:

• Principal Applicant Fee: 475 CAD
• Right of Permanent Residence Fee: 500 CAD
• Family Member Fee:
  • Over 22 years of age: 825 CAD
  • Under 22 years (dependent): 225 CAD
  • If the dependent is the spouse or common-law partner of the principal applicant, the fee is 825 CAD.

What Are the Requirements for CEC?

1. Minimum Work Experience: At least one year of full-time skilled work experience in Canada within the past three years.
2. Valid Work Permit: The work experience must have been acquired under a valid work permit.
3. NOC Classification: Work must fall under a skilled occupation according to NOC.
4. Language Proficiency: Must meet the language requirements for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
5. No Quebec Intent: Must plan to live outside Quebec.
6. Educational Credentials (Optional): If you want to earn extra CRS points, submit your Canadian educational credentials or foreign degree with an ECA report.

How to Apply:

1. Submit Express Entry Profile: Create a profile on the Express Entry system and provide your details, including work experience and language test results.
2. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): If you meet the CRS points threshold, you will receive an ITA to apply for permanent residence.
3. Submit PR Application: Once you receive an ITA, submit the complete application, including required documents such as police clearance, medical tests, etc.
4. Permanent Residency: If approved, you will be granted permanent residency in Canada.

Contact Us:

For guidance on the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or any other Canadian immigration programs, feel free to contact The Gydance.

• Email: info@thegydance.com
• Phone: 1800-102-0109