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Canada Eliminates Extra CRS Points for Job Offers in Express Entry
Canada Eliminates Extra CRS Points for Job Offers in Express Entry
As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has removed the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for arranged employment under the Express Entry system. Prior to this change, candidates could receive 50 extra points for most job offers and 200 points for senior managerial positions.
Impact on Express Entry Candidates:
- Current Candidates: Individuals in the Express Entry pool who previously benefited from these additional points will see a decrease in their CRS scores, potentially affecting their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
- Future Applicants: New candidates will no longer be able to leverage job offers to boost their CRS scores, making other factors like age, education, language proficiency, and work experience even more critical.
- Existing ITAs and Applications: Candidates who have already received an ITA or have submitted their permanent residence applications before March 25, 2025, will not be affected by this change; their applications will be processed under the previous rules.
Reason for the Change: IRCC implemented this measure to address concerns about the misuse of job offers to artificially inflate CRS scores, thereby strengthening the integrity of Canada's immigration system.
Recommendations for Candidates: - Focus on Core CRS Factors: Enhance other aspects of your profile, such as improving language test scores, gaining additional work experience, or pursuing further education.?
- Explore Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs): Some PNPs may still consider job offers in their selection criteria, offering alternative pathways to permanent residence.
- Stay Informed: Regularly check official IRCC communications for updates on immigration policies and adapt your application strategy accordingly.?
This policy change underscores the importance of a holistic and robust profile in the Express Entry system, as reliance on job offers for additional points is no longer viable.
