Canada will not award points for job offers under Express Entry in 2025
✳️ Key Highlights:
– Starting Spring 2025, Express Entry applicants will no longer receive additional points for having a job offer.
– This measure aims to curb the illegal buying and selling of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA).
– These changes will not affect applicants who have already received an invitation to apply or those with applications currently under review.
✳️ Important Notes on LMIA Points Removal:
– This change only applies to Express Entry. If you apply for PR through other programs, you will not be affected.
– Applications that have received an invitation or are in the process of PR assessment before the new rule comes into effect will remain unaffected.
✳️ What Should You Do About the New Policy?
- Evaluate Your Profile
– Focus on core CRS factors: Express Entry prioritizes skills, education, work experience, language ability, and age. Improve these to boost your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score.
– Enhance language skills: Achieving higher scores in language tests like IELTS (English) or TEF (French) can significantly raise your CRS score.
- Leverage Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
Many provinces in Canada offer nomination programs (PNPs) that do not require job offers. Research provinces that match your occupation and skills.
- Act Before the Policy Takes Effect
If you have a valid job offer, complete your application and submit it before Spring 2025, when the new rule comes into force.
- Diversify Your Immigration Options
Explore alternative pathways such as the Start-up Visa, Family Sponsorship, or skilled worker programs like the Atlantic Immigration Program or Rural and Northern Immigration Program, if applicable.
- Build Professional Networks
Connect with Canadian employers and professional associations via LinkedIn or international job fairs. While job offers won’t add points, they still provide an edge in other pathways.
- Seek Expert Guidance
Consult experienced immigration advisors for personalized strategies to enhance your profile or select the most suitable immigration program. You can reach out to SICON for fast document processing and expert advice!
- Stay Motivated
This is an opportunity to focus on strengthening your profile. Canada continues to welcome skilled workers, so keep striving towards your goal!
