Express Entry CRS Calculator

Calculate your CRS score for Express Entry

Calculate your CRS score for Express Entry and assess your eligibility for Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and Federal Skilled Trades (FST) programs.

How does the CRS Calculator work:

 

Step 1

Enter your details

Enter your details such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other relevant factors.

Step 2

Calculate your CRS score

The CRS calculator will provide you with the CRS score and tell you how many FSW points you have.

Step 3

Check if you’re eligible

The CRS calculator will also tell you if you’re eligible for one of the economic immigration programs in Canada.

FSW PoINTS CALCULATOR

For those applying under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, understanding your points breakdown is crucial. Our calculator will help you determine if you meet the 67-point FSW threshold required for eligibility, based on your qualifications.

Eligibility for CEC and FST

The Canadian Experience Class is tailored for those who have Canadian work experience, while the Federal Skilled Trades Program is designed for those with qualifications in a skilled trade. Use our Calculator tool to see if you qualify for these programs based on your unique profile.

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How to improve your CRS score?

Improving your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score involves several strategies, such as enhancing your language proficiency in English and/or French and considering retaking language tests if you are near a higher threshold, which can significantly boost your score. Gaining additional work experience and pursuing higher education can also increase your points. You can also improve your CRS score if you secure a job offer in Canada or obtain a provincial nomination can provide substantial increases to your CRS score.

Speak to one of our Canadian Immigration Lawyers to develop your personalized strategy and determine the steps you need to take to improve your CRS score for Express Entry.

Frequently asked questions

You probably still have many questions about CRS and Express Entry.

We’ve got some answers for you here:

  • You can improve your CRS score by gaining additional work experience, improving your language scores, obtaining higher education, or receiving a provincial nomination which grants additional points. Speak to one of our lawyers to identify your best strategy to get PR in Canada.

  • There is no set minimum CRS score as it varies with each Express Entry draw depending on factors like the number of candidates in the pool and the target number of invitations IRCC plans to issue.

  • You can have a maximum of 1200 CRS points for Express Entry. The CRS score is awarded for core factors such as age, education, work experience, and language skills. Additional points can be awarded for elements like Canadian degrees, a valid job offer, a provincial nomination, or having a sibling in Canada.

  • Improvements can be made by enhancing language scores, gaining more work experience (both Canadian and international), furthering education, and obtaining a provincial nomination or a valid Canadian job offer. Learning a second language, especially French, can also add CRS points​.

  • Yes, changes like getting married after you receive an ITA can affect your CRS score. If your score decreases below the lowest score in the draw due to such changes, you may be found ineligible by the IRCC officer.

  • Yes, having a sibling in Canada who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident can add 15 points to your CRS score. This is part of the additional points section in the CRS formula​.

  • FSW points are calculated based on six selection factors: language skills, education, work experience, age, arranged employment in Canada, and adaptability (which includes spouse's education and family relations in Canada)

  • Receiving a provincial nomination through one of the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) is a significant benefit, adding 600 points to your CRS score and effectively guaranteeing an ITA for Canadian permanent residence.

  • Points for age are awarded up to the age of 44, with decreasing points after 29. Candidates aged 45 and older receive no points for age, although they can still receive points for other factors in the CRS.

  • Yes, foreign education and work experience can contribute to your CRS score. Points are awarded for educational credentials assessed by an ECA, and foreign work experience can increase your score, especially when combined with good language proficiency and Canadian work experience​.