Canadian Experience Class
Get professional guidance for your Canadian Experience Class application, from eligibility assessment and Express Entry profile preparation to permanent residence application support.
Canadian Experience Class in Canada
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is an Express Entry immigration program for skilled workers who have gained eligible work experience in Canada and want to become permanent residents. It can be an option for temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have built qualifying Canadian work experience.
Our Canadian Experience Class support helps you assess your eligibility, prepare your Express Entry profile, improve your application strategy and complete the permanent residence application process after receiving an invitation to apply.
Our Canadian Experience Class support helps you assess your eligibility, prepare your Express Entry profile, improve your application strategy and complete the permanent residence application process after receiving an invitation to apply.
Who May Be Eligible for the Canadian Experience Class?
| Factor | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|
| Canadian Work Experience | At least 1 year or 1,560 hours of eligible skilled Canadian work experience within the 3 years before applying |
| Occupation | Eligible work experience must generally be in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 |
| Language Ability | Approved English or French language test results meeting the required level for your occupation |
| Work Authorization | Work experience must generally have been gained while legally authorized to work in Canada |
| Settlement Intent | You must plan to live outside Quebec |
What Is Included in Our Service
- ✓ Canadian Experience Class eligibility assessment
- ✓ Review of Canadian work experience
- ✓ NOC and TEER classification guidance
- ✓ Language test requirement guidance
- ✓ Express Entry profile preparation
- ✓ CRS score and profile strategy guidance
- ✓ Permanent residence application support after invitation
- ✓ Document preparation and review
Our Process
01
Profile Assessment
We review your Canadian work experience, occupation, language ability, education and other relevant factors.
02
Eligibility Review
We assess whether your work experience and other qualifications may meet the Canadian Experience Class requirements.
03
Express Entry Preparation
We help prepare your Express Entry profile and review the information used to calculate your ranking.
04
Invitation to Apply
If you receive an invitation to apply, we assist with preparing the complete permanent residence application.
05
Application Follow-Up
We provide guidance on document requests, application updates and subsequent steps until a decision is made.
Documents You May Need
- ✓ Valid passport
- ✓ Work permit or proof of Canadian work authorization
- ✓ Employment reference letters
- ✓ Pay statements or other proof of employment
- ✓ Canadian work experience records
- ✓ Language test results
- ✓ Educational documents where applicable
- ✓ Educational Credential Assessment where applicable
- ✓ Police certificates where required
- ✓ Proof of funds where applicable
- ✓ Civil status and family documents
FAQS
Canadian Experience Class Questions
What is the Canadian Experience Class?
+The Canadian Experience Class is an Express Entry program for skilled workers who have qualifying Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents.
How much Canadian work experience do I need?
+Generally, you need at least 1 year or 1,560 hours of eligible skilled work experience in Canada within the 3 years before you apply.
Can international students apply through the Canadian Experience Class?
+International graduates may qualify if they have gained the required eligible Canadian work experience after completing their studies and meet the other program requirements.
Does student work experience count for the Canadian Experience Class?
+Work experience gained while you were a full-time student generally does not count toward the minimum Canadian Experience Class work experience requirement.
Do I need a job offer for the Canadian Experience Class?
+A job offer is not required for the Canadian Experience Class, although other factors can affect your Express Entry profile and ranking.
Can I apply through the Canadian Experience Class if I want to live in Quebec?
+The Canadian Experience Class is intended for applicants who plan to live outside Quebec. Quebec has its own immigration selection system.