Federal Skilled Workers Immigration Program
About FSWP
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is a Canadian immigration initiative that permits skilled workers with international work experience to seek permanent residency. The assessment of applicants under this program considers factors such as education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability.
From handling paperwork to facilitating a successful visa application, our consultants at Essen Immigration Service can assist FSWP applicants with every aspect. We can also support you in settling in a new province in Canada.
Get that PR Status
To be eligible for permanent residency (PR), all applicants must meet the criteria of the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). Highly skilled professionals can seek permanent residency in Canada through the FSWP. A key criterion for acceptance into this program is the applicant’s potential to build a new life and career in Canada’s thriving economy. Canada aims to sustain and expand its diverse and skilled workforce.
Eligibility Criteria
Acquire a minimum of one year of uninterrupted full-time work experience in a skilled occupation within the last 10 years. Satisfy the minimum language proficiency requirements in either English or French. Hold a completed Canadian educational credential or a foreign educational credential with an Educational Credential Assessment. Achieve a score with sufficient points in the Comprehensive Ranking System, taking into account factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability.
Benefits of FSWP
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) imposes no age limit and doesn’t mandate a job offer. Applicants can accrue extra points for possessing Canadian work experience or education. Obtaining permanent residency through FSWP grants access to social benefits and serves as a pathway to Canadian citizenship.
FSWP applications undergo rapid processing, typically within an average time frame of 6-8 months. This opens up opportunities to work and settle in Canada, potentially relocating with family. Engaging in this process also allows individuals to make a positive impact on the Canadian economy.