Having an arranged employment offer can significantly enhance your chances of eligibility under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). This blog will delve into how arranged employment works, the points system, and the benefits it offers to potential immigrants.
What is Arranged Employment?
Arranged employment refers to a situation where a Canadian employer extends a full-time, permanent job offer to a foreign national. This arrangement is crucial as it not only supports your application for permanent residency but also boosts your score in the immigration points system. Under the FSWP, candidates can earn up to 10 points for having a valid job offer. Under Express Entry you can earn 50 or 200 points.
Points Allocation for Arranged Employment
The points awarded under the “Arranged Employment” factor depend on specific scenarios:
- Current Work Permit Holders: If you are currently employed in Canada with a valid work permit based on a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), you may earn points. This applies if:
- Your work permit is valid when you apply and when your permanent resident visa is issued.
- Your job is classified under high level NOC TEER types.
- Your employer has made a valid job offer.
- LMIA-Exempt Workers: If you are working in Canada on an LMIA-exempt work permit due to international agreements or significant benefits to Canadian interests, you can also earn points if:
- You have been continuously employed with the same employer for at least one year.
- Your work permit is valid during the application and visa issuance.
- No Valid Work Permit: If you do not hold a work permit, but a prospective employer offers you a valid permanent job that has a positive LMIA, you are eligible for the points.
- New Job Offer from a Different Employer: If you currently hold a valid work permit and have a job offer from a different employer based on a positive LMIA, you can earn the points as long as the new job is LMIA-exempt or falls under the previously mentioned criteria.
Bridging Open Work Permit
For individuals whose FSWP applications are accepted and whose temporary work permits are about to expire, there is good news: you may qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit. This permit allows you to stay and work in Canada while your immigration application is being processed, ensuring you maintain your employment status.
Importance of Arranged Employment in Express Entry
Arranged employment plays a vital role in the Express Entry system. Candidates with job offers may receive additional points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), improving their likelihood of being invited to apply for permanent residency.
Arranged employment is a valuable asset for those seeking to immigrate to Canada through the Federal Skilled Worker Program. By securing a valid job offer, applicants can significantly enhance their chances of success and earn crucial points.
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