Canada Immigration from UAE: How to Increase Your CRS Score?

Canada is one of the top destinations for skilled immigrants, and also for those who are living in UAE. Canada’s strong economy, quality of life, multicultural society makes it more attractive for professionals who are looking for permanent residency. There are various immigration’s programs and from all, one of those is Express Entry System which is very popular for professionals and skilled workers. To qualify under the Express Entry System the person should pass a competitive score in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).

So, here are the ways in which immigrants from the UAE can navigate the Express Entry process and can effectively increase their score in CRS and to increase their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). 

The Express Entry & CRS Score –

The Express Entry System manages three federal immigration programs –

* Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

* Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

* Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

When the profile is submitted into the Express Entry pool, one is awarded a CRS score based on factors such as –

* Age

* Education

* Language proficiency (English/French)

* Work Experience

* Adaptability (e.g. spouse’s qualifications, Canadian connections)

How you can increase CRS Score?

1. Language Improvement Test Scores – One of the highest scoring factor is language test scores. One can get up to 136 points for first official language and additional points for second official language. Target CLB 9 or higher in each section of the IELTS to get more points. For getting 50 bonus points try to take French language tests in addition to English.
2. Provincial Nomination (PNP) – Area like Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia have their own immigration streams aligned with Express Entry. If you are nominated you get 600 CRS points essentially guaranteeing an ITA. So, keep your profile updated and active in the Express Pool. Keep a check and apply on PNP’s that suits your job profile and skills.
3. Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) – To get highest educational score get access to all the certificates and degrees to claim. To get CRS points outside Canada you must have an ECA from a recognized agency like WES, CES.
4. Get a valid Job Offer – Go to Canadian job portals, recruitment agencies and virtual job fairs. LMIA approved job offers carry more weight-age in Express Entry.
5. Increase in the Work Experience – Try to get full-time work experience in a skilled job before applying and keep this in mind that your experience is well-documented for verification. Work experience in foreign can increase you CRS when added with high language scores.
6. Spousal Factors – If one is married then your spouse’s profile can add to your CRS score. Your spouse can take a language test and get an ECA. Your spouse qualification can add up to 40 points.

Immigrating to Canada from UAE is a competitive process. Many of the residents from UAE meet the eligibility criteria but only those stands out who have high CES scores in Express Entry Pool. To increase one’s chance of getting an ITA one should enhance language proficiency, apply through PNP’s, manage your application and get your education assessed.