- If you do not fulfill the criteria of FSW, FST or CEC, your application for permanent residency will not be considered. Choose a program which suits your qualifications the most.
- Your temporary work permit must have a term of at least one year to be eligible for permanent residency under Express Entry. Seasonal positions or contract work for less than a year will not be enough.
- You are required to have a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LIMA) approved work permit or LMIA exempt work permit.
Unlike a temporary work permit, permanent residency is not easy to obtain. It takes work experience, a valid job offer, and fulfillment of the aforementioned criteria to be eligible for the application. There are other requirements like adequate language and communication skills, sufficient funds for living, education qualifications and understanding of the responsibilities as a Canadian citizen. If you are applying under CEC, you do not need educational qualification. However, on applying under the FSW program, you must hold a valid secondary, or diploma, or post-secondary diploma degree from a Canadian institution.
The bottom line: A temporary work permit is not enough
Having a temporary work permit or a valid job does not meet all the requirements. You can easily gain 370 points by holding a valid work permit and proof of work experience. In order to enter the Express Entry pool, you must build up on the other criteria as well. However, a job certainly betters your chances but it does not guarantee you a permanent residency.
Therefore, prioritize your needs, get all your documents together and choose the suitable program under which you wish to apply for Canadian permanent residency.
