Requirements & Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re a skilled professional living in Pakistan and dreaming of moving to Canada, Express Entry is your golden opportunity in 2025. This points-based immigration system allows qualified individuals and families to obtain permanent residency in Canada faster and with more transparency.
Thousands of Pakistanis have already benefited from this system — and you could be next. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the entire process, eligibility requirements, documents needed, and how to increase your chances of success — especially by applying through A&Z Migration, Pakistan’s trusted visa consultancy partner.
What is Express Entry?
Express Entry is an online immigration system used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to manage applications for three federal immigration programs:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
It operates on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), where applicants are scored based on factors like age, education, work experience, and English/French language proficiency.
Eligibility Requirements for Pakistanis in 2025
To be eligible for the Express Entry system as a Pakistani citizen, you must:
- ✅ Be under 45 years of age (ideally under 35 for better points)
- ✅ Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher
- ✅ Score at least CLB 7 (IELTS 6.0 in each band)
- ✅ Be financially stable (Proof of Funds is required)
- ✅ Have at least one year of full-time skilled work experience
- ✅ Obtain an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
- ✅ Have a valid passport
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply from Pakistan
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Use the official CRS calculator to estimate your score. You need a score above 470 in 2025 to be competitive.
Step 2: Take the IELTS or CELPIP
Book your IELTS – General Training and aim for high scores (8+ bands) to increase your CRS points.
Step 3: Get Your Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
You must get your Pakistani degrees assessed through WES, IQAS, CES, or another approved agency.
Step 4: Create Your Express Entry Profile
Set up a profile on the IRCC Express Entry portal. This includes your personal info, education, IELTS score, work history, etc.
Step 5: Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
If your CRS score meets the draw cutoff, you will receive an ITA. You’ll have 60 days to submit a complete PR application.
Step 6: Submit Documents & Biometrics
Upload all required documents (police certificate, proof of funds, medicals, passport, job experience, etc.) and give biometrics at a VAC in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi.
Step 7: Wait for a Decision
Once approved, you’ll receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and can then travel to Canada as a permanent resident.
Documents Checklist for Pakistani Applicants
📄 Passport
🎓 Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
🗣️ IELTS (General Training) result
💼 Work experience letters
💰 Proof of funds (bank statement minimum CAD 13,757 for a single applicant)
🏥 Medical examination certificate
👮 Police clearance certificate
📷 Passport-size photographs
🧾 Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Why Apply Through A&Z Migration?
A&Z Migration has helped hundreds of Pakistani clients successfully apply for Canadian immigration through the Express Entry system. Here’s why you should choose us:
- ✅ Personalized CRS score evaluation and improvement plan
- ✅ Full document support and error-free profile creation
- ✅ Guidance on IELTS & ECA process
- ✅ No fake promises — only real approvals
- ✅ Fast-track filing and expert follow-up with IRCC
📲 Contact us now to get started with your Express Entry journey!
Final Words
Express Entry is one of the fastest and most efficient ways for Pakistani professionals to immigrate to Canada. However, the process requires accuracy, timing, and expert handling — and that’s where A&Z Migration ensures your success.
✨ Don’t wait for another draw to pass you by — start your application now and take the first step toward a new life in Canada!