Canada Federal Skilled Worker

A points-based permanent residence path. Visa Engine does not cover the full Express Entry suite beyond FSW.

Who it’s for

Skilled workers seeking permanent residence through Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker program — not a temporary work permit.

If you need temporary Canadian work authorization, Visa Engine does not ship that route yet.

What can make your profile stand out

CA-FSW

Education / ECA

Educational credentials assessed for Express Entry points.

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CA-FSW

Skilled work experience

Continuous skilled experience that meets FSW minimums.

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CA-FSW

Language proficiency

Approved language tests at the required CLB levels.

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Route comparison

Typical profile
Points-competitive skilled workers
Evidence intensity
Moderate–high — CRS + docs
Permanent residence
Yes — permanent residence
Employer dependence
No employer required for FSW stream itself

Ready to see what may fit?

Run the eligibility check with your goals pre-filled, or dig into the authoritative guide library.

Educational only — not legal advice, not a filing recommendation, and not an approval prediction.