Skilled workers and professionals: Who can apply

Skilled workers are people who can become permanent residents because they are able to become economically established in Canada.

Your application to come to Canada as a skilled worker will be assessed on six selection factors and a point system. The six selection factors are:

• your education
• your abilities in English and/or French, Canada’s two official languages
• your experience
• your age
• whether you have arranged employment in Canada
• your adaptability.

You must also show that you have enough money to support yourself and your dependants after you arrive in Canada, and pass a medical examination and security and criminal checks.

Learn about:

• The six selection factors
• Proof of funds
• A self-assessment test that will give you an idea if you qualify as a skilled worker

Related Links

• Becoming a permanent resident