Canadian Experience Class
Foreign nationals who have a valid work experience in Canada
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
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The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is part of Canada’s Express Entry system, created for skilled workers who have already gained work experience in Canada and wish to transition to permanent residency.
If you’ve lived, worked, and adapted to life in Canada, this program provides a direct pathway to permanent residency by recognizing your contributions to the Canadian economy.
Why Choose the Canadian Experience Class?
- Direct pathway to PR → Designed specifically for workers with Canadian experience.
- No job offer required → Your existing work experience in Canada is enough.
- Adaptability advantage → Your Canadian work experience and integration increase your chances of success.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the CEC program, you must meet the following requirements:
Work Experience
- Minimum 1 year of skilled full-time (or equivalent part-time) Canadian work experience in the last 3 years.
- Work experience must fall under the NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 (previously NOC 0, A, or B):
- TEER 0: Managerial jobs
- TEER 1: Professional jobs requiring a degree
- TEER 2 & 3: Technical jobs and skilled trades
Language Proficiency
- For NOC TEER 0 or 1 jobs → Minimum CLB 7 (English) or NCLC 7 (French).
- For NOC TEER 2 or 3 jobs → Minimum CLB 5 (English) or NCLC 5 (French).
- Accepted tests: IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF.
Other Requirements
- Must plan to live outside Quebec (Quebec has its own immigration program).
- Must be admissible to Canada (medical, security, and background checks apply).
Application Process
- Check Eligibility → Confirm your Canadian work experience and language results meet the program’s requirements.
- Create Express Entry Profile → Enter the candidate pool.
- Get Ranked by CRS → Receive a score based on factors like age, language, education, and work experience.
- Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) → If your score is competitive.
- Submit PR Application → Provide documents and fees within 60 days.
- Obtain Permanent Residency → Processing typically takes 6 months.
Required Documents
- Valid passport or travel document
- Proof of Canadian work experience (reference letters, contracts, pay stubs, T4s)
- Language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, or TCF)
- Police clearance certificates
- Medical exam results
- Proof of settlement funds (only required in some cases; not mandatory if already working in Canada)
How We Support You
At Shreehari Immigration, we simplify your transition to PR:
- Free eligibility assessment → Know where you stand before applying.
- Application support → Guidance through every form, document, and submission step.
- CRS optimization strategies → Improve your score and maximize your chances.
- Expert advice → Tailored to your Canadian work history and long-term goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Your Canadian work experience is enough to qualify.
Most applications are processed within 6 months after receiving an ITA.
Yes. Your spouse/partner and dependent children can be included in your PR application.
Not usually. If you are currently working in Canada, you don’t need to show proof of funds.