Express Entry rounds of invitations: Category-Based Selection

Category-based rounds of invitations in the Express Entry system allow the Canadian government to target specific economic goals.

Eligible candidates who meet criteria such as language proficiency, work experience, and education are invited to apply for permanent residence. Categories are chosen based on labor market information, projections, and input from partners.

In 2023, the categories include:

1. French-language proficiency

2. Healthcare occupations

3. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) occupations

4. Trade occupations

5. Transport occupations

6. Agriculture and agri-food occupations

To learn more about category-based selection and eligibility, visit the official Government of Canada site: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations/category-based-selection.html#wb-auto-20