Many
prospective immigrants were excited to learn that the Federal Skilled Worker
(FSW) program reopened to applicants on May 1, 2014. The program, Canada’s most
popular, is open to applicants with education and experience in one of 50
eligible occupations.
While
some aspects of the FSW program remain unchanged from the previous application
cycle, there are some important changes as well.
Here are
ten things prospective applicants need to know about the FSW program as it
stands today:
1.
35 new occupations have been added
Out of
the 50 total eligible occupations, a full 35 of these occupations were not
previously eligible. These include popular jobs in fields such as finance,
nursing, health services, and management. To view the full list of 50 eligible
occupations.
2.
Previous applicants can re-apply
Individuals
who applied to a previous cycle of the FSW program, but had files returned
because their cap had been filled, may apply again if they continue to meet
eligibility criteria. Individuals whose applications have already been accepted
for processing do not need to send in a second application.
3.
Selection criteria has not changed
No eligibility
or selection criteria has been changed. This means that applicants must still
score at least 67 points on the FSW selection grid in order to be selected for
permanent residency. Points are attributed for factors such as language skills,
education, work experience, age, and adaptability to Canada.
4.
Educational assessment reports can be reused
An
individual who has already had his or her educational credentials assessed by a
designated organization may reuse their assessment report for application under
the current FSW program. Applicants should include the original report that was
returned to them with their previous application.
A copy of
the original report may be used in the following circumstances:
Ø
The
original report was sent with a FSW application on or after May 4, 2013; and
Ø
The
original report was not returned to the applicant.
In this
case, the applicant should send a copy of his or her refusal letter as well as
a note explaining that their original educational assessment was not returned.
5.
Multiple applications may be accepted
If an
individual has a year or more of work experience in more than one eligible
occupation, he or she may apply to the FSW program under each occupation.
Generally speaking, applicants may apply as many times as they like, under the
same program or multiple programs. However, they must pay a separate
application fee for each application.
6.
No new forms are required
No
additional forms are required under the newest application cycle. The already
existing application forms and application guide may be used for submission.
7.
Part-time work may be accepted
Applicants
can count part-time work experience towards their work experience requirement.
This work must be paid, continuous, and must take place within ten years of the
date of application.
8. Language requirements
have not changed
Applicants
must still provide proof of language proficiency in English or French. This is
done by providing results from a designated third party language exam.
As
before, applicants must meet minimum language thresholds in order to
apply to the FSW program.
9. Processing times are
faster
The Canadian
government has expressed its intention to bring processing times for the
FSW program to under one year. Recent applicants to the program have indeed
begun to receive decisions on their applications within this timeframe.
10.
Last chance to apply to the FSW program
On January
1, 2015, a new immigration intake system known as Express Entry will come into
force. This system will pre-select applicants for a range of immigration
programs, including the FSW program. As it currently stands, this is the last
opportunity for applicants to apply directly to the FSW program.
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