Applications under the Federal Skilled Worker programme are processed under two distinct procedures and guidelines.
Application filed on or after February 27th, 2008 are being subjected against a set of guidelines wherein they should be employed in and have experience of at least one year of continuous full time or equivalent paid work experience in any of the 38 highly sought-after occupations, such as IT Managers or Accountants.
Such applications will be processed faster and within 12-24 months.
Applications filed before 27th 2008 will continue to be assessed as per the previous guidelines.
One major differentiator between the two regulations is the Point Credit System for English language proficiency under the IELTS test.
Point Credit System against IELTS score – Federal skilled worker applications filed before February 27th, 2008
Under the Canadian Federal Skilled Worker programme, the points for English language proficiency are credited for each individual IELTS module and then added up. One can score a maximum of 4 points in each of the test modules – Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading.
- IELTS score of 7.0 to 9.0 gets a credit of 4 points
- IELTS score of 5.0 to 6.9 gets a credit of 2 points
- IELTS score below 5.0 gets no credit.
For instance, an applicant who gets a band of 7.0 each in reading and writing (4 points each) and of 6.0 in listening and speaking (2 points each), he can claim a maximum of 12 points out of 16 under the English language proficiency factor. However, a candidate getting less than 7.0 band but more then 5.0 in each of the test modules can claim 8 points out of a maximum 16.
The applicant will then add on these points – 12 or 8 points as the case may be, to other selection factors and check whether or not he is meeting the current pass mark requirement of 67 points or not.
Point credit system against IELTS score – Federal Skilled Worker applications filed on/ after February 27th, 2008
- For reading, writing and speaking, the IELTS score of 6.5 to 9.0 gets a credit of 4 points each.
- For listening, the IELTS score of 7.5 to 9.0 gets a credit of 4 points.
- For speaking and writing, the IELTS score of 5.5 to 6.0 gets a credit of 2 points.
- For reading, the IELTS score of 5.0 to 6.0 gets a credit of 2 points.
- For listening, the IELTS score of 5.5 to 7.0 gets a credit of 2 points.
- For speaking and writing, the IELTS score of 4.0 to 5.0 gets a credit of 1 point and IELTS score of less than 4.0 gets 0 points.
- For reading, the IELTS score of 3.5 to 4. 5 gets a credit of 1 point and an IELTS score of less than 3.5 gets 0 points.
- For listening, the IELTS score of 4.5 to 5.0 gets a credit of 1 point and an IELTS score of less than 4.5 gets 0 points.
For example, an applicant getting 6.0 bands under each module will get 2 points each and a total of 8 points out of a maximum of 16 points.
An applicant getting 5.0 bands in under modules of speaking, writing and listening will get 1 point each and a score of 6.5 in reading will give him only 4 points. Hence, the overall score will be just 7 points out of a maximum of 16 points.
An ideal situation is where the applicant gets a band of 7.5 under listening and 6.5 in each of the other three modules, leading to a maximum of 16 points out of a maximum 16 points under the English language factor in the overall point system.
The new IELTS score credit system for Points under the skilled worker category marks a clear departure from earlier system. In speaking, writing and reading, the new plan is more flexible and favourable to new applicants. As regards Listening module, the new point credit plan is more stringent and requires the applicant to be extra proficient.
While it is clear that IELTS result is a major decisive factor for an application to be approved, the applicants should not be disappointed if their IELTS score is too low and hence, they are not able to meet the minimum pass mark requirements. An experienced immigration specialist can guide him on factors that can help him in getting additional points and compensate for the lost points under the English language proficiency factor. This may include spousal qualifications, blood relations in Canada, job offer from Canadian Employer etc. The author strongly recommends that the applicant should appear in the IELTS test after a thorough preparation. Also, if one can then, one should appear for the test multiple times to score the desired band score. In the end, the key factor that ensures success is the determination of the applicant to Immigrate.
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104 comments
jaipal singh
October 21, 2011 at 6:00 am (UTC -5)
HI ,RECENTLY I GOT 5.5 BAND IN GENERAL MODULE CAN I APPLY WORK PERMIT FOR CANADA I HAVE A EXPERENCE OF 7 YEARS AND I AM M.SC HORTICULTURE AND MY WIFE IS IN CANADA ON STUDY PERMIT FOR THE LAST ONE YEAR PLEASE REPLY WHAT CAN I DO KNOW
sanam
October 24, 2011 at 1:17 am (UTC -5)
Dear Jaipal,
Please write us at contact@abhinav.com with your details so that we can guide you accordingly.
sam
September 26, 2011 at 4:15 am (UTC -5)
i got rejected twice for USA for F-1 visa , now im trying to go to Canada for masters . to meet the requirements to study in Canada i wrote IELTS ans i got 5.5 overall score . so , if i apply for visa can i get the visa for Canada under study permit , or the IELTS score ans the rejection of USA twice will effect the out come of visa for Canada . so please help me in this matter . waiting for reply ..
thank u ….
rathod dilip
August 31, 2011 at 12:51 pm (UTC -5)
Respected Sir,
I am mechanical engineer passed out in 2002 and working in gujarat electricity board (thermal power station) since 2006 till to date. I am married with 01 daughter of 04years. My wife is under graduate. My age is 31 years. how many bands i required in general IELTS and can qualify for federal catagory.
Shanky
August 27, 2011 at 1:33 pm (UTC -5)
Sir i jusst need to know how much band score is require for an international student in canada for nursing profession
Amritpal sharma
August 10, 2011 at 11:57 pm (UTC -5)
my ielts overall score is 6 in listening7,reading 6,in speaking &writing 5 . can i appy for canada or not? please reply me immediatel
sanam
August 11, 2011 at 1:55 am (UTC -5)
Dear Amritpal,
IELTS requirement depends on how much points are scoring in total.
subin
July 11, 2011 at 10:16 am (UTC -5)
i hve completed btech in biotechnology,i like to do my higher studies in biotech from canada,so what score i have to need?
ELAN THAPA CHHETRI
July 11, 2011 at 6:01 am (UTC -5)
hi i am from nepal and i have finished my bachleor in electronics and communicatin engineering recently and i do not hav work experience.i can speak french.my ielts score is listening 7
speaking 7.5
reading 8
writing 7.5
am i eligible to migrate to canada with PR plz reply..
THANK YOU
jatt
July 8, 2011 at 6:14 am (UTC -5)
hello sir,
i clear my 12th with 64% marks with highest in english 75.my ielts score is-
listening-6.5
reading-6
writing-5
speaking-6.5
so,can i get study visa for canda
Pls revert me back.
faruk.khan
June 6, 2011 at 12:12 pm (UTC -5)
AM1974 said
June 11th 2010 at 2:29 pm
Hello SIr,
I have got file number on 07/11/2008, and have to send my full application within 120 days, and got the following band in ILETS exam
reading = 5
writing = 4.5
listening = 6
speaking = 5.5
and I have got exact 63 in overall assessment, My sister got immigration visa she will go Canada September 2011 can i get any point for it if calculate then i got 68 point. my question is my situation critical to apply now. espically I haven’t extra time to have another ILETS test, could I updata my application after I sent the application.
THOMAS.P.VARGHESE
June 3, 2011 at 6:41 am (UTC -5)
I WANT 2 GET MIGRATE TO CANADA ,CAN U PLZ TEL ME WHAT IS THE REQUIRED IELTS SCORE FOR SKILLED MIGRATION,AWAITING FOR UR REPLY,
sanam
June 7, 2011 at 2:03 am (UTC -5)
Dear Thomas,
Please write us at contact@abhinav.com for appropriate advice.
Laleh
May 22, 2011 at 5:24 am (UTC -5)
To whom concern
Have a nice day
I am Laleh Mehrad Pay from Iran. I have 16 years experience about computer. I have a question about immigration.
In February 2006 I applied my documents for immigration as skill worker. That time I earned enough points (67).
In August 2010 I received an e-mail from embassy they announced my document is being processed and they wanted again some documents consist of IELTS test result, but this time I couldn’t get enough points(less than 67). Now I don’t know with first point it is acceptable or no and I am still waiting for reply but no news yet.
I would deeply appreciate if you could answer to my question.
Thanks in Advance
Laleh
Parneet sandhu
May 18, 2011 at 5:54 am (UTC -5)
Sir I am a nurse in India working as a nursing demonstrator in a nursing college.I have 7 each band score in IELTS GENERAL test.Can I apply for Australia PR under GSM in new 2011 rules? Pls reply
ALIGUL
May 1, 2011 at 11:19 am (UTC -5)
Dear Ajay,
I apply for Canada Immigration service in skilled work since April 2010.But yet i didnot get any information from CHC.Even i scored 69 points including IELTS-band 6.(L-5,R-5.5,w-6,S-6.5) .
I am in dubai and apply through one of dubai based consultancy.
What to do,shall i wait more or for give my hope.
Pls revert me back.
Thanks and regards
ALi Gul
ali
April 19, 2011 at 12:50 am (UTC -5)
HI I DONE MY msc FROM university of wales uk .is ielts is necessary for me?
sachin talwar
April 14, 2011 at 11:12 am (UTC -5)
hi,i want to immigrate to canada without attending a ielts band score exam can anyone help me or can i get through this please reply me
Judith Marilou R. Ricamora
April 1, 2011 at 8:10 pm (UTC -5)
I took the IELTS exam in NZ lastJune 1, 2009 with the following results. L-6,R-6.W-6.5, s-7.can I qualify for the new point system?
Mahmood
February 7, 2011 at 2:19 am (UTC -5)
Dear Sir,
I am candidate like others people who are trying to go canada by any cost. I have applied for canada immigrant in the begining of 2010. I have taken IELTS test and got 4.5 band. My test results are given below:
Listening: 4
Reading: 4.5
Writing: 4.5
Speaking: 5.5
Can you guide me that i am eligible for canada immigrant. I have PhD in LIS and 15 years experience. i am associate professor in university.
It would be highly appreciated if you reply me.
Ali
January 23, 2011 at 3:54 am (UTC -5)
Hi,
I am 32 y and having masters degree in I.T. 10years of experience in same field right now i am working in UAE as IT manager, my uncle is Canadian immigrant from more then 15 years….is it good for apply???
also please tell me based on masters degree i can waiver IELTS test??
Please waiting for you reply.
Regards
blessing
January 19, 2011 at 6:22 pm (UTC -5)
most one submit police clearance certificate before the form for canadian immigration can be processed?
Vikas Rao
December 23, 2010 at 1:01 am (UTC -5)
Sir my name is Vikas Rao. I got 5 band in IELTS. Can i go for CANADA and what will be requred Band for CANADA.
kelvin
December 22, 2010 at 7:44 am (UTC -5)
hi! i would like to know if i my ielts score is ok to work as a physical therapist. a band score of 6.0; 6.5 both speaking and listening; 5.5 both reading and writing. tnx.
kuldeep
December 8, 2010 at 1:10 am (UTC -5)
i have 5.5 academic ielts score.i have certificate 3 in hospitality patissree from melbourne australia.can i apply for student visa for canada.please send me detaile.
nileena
December 7, 2010 at 6:12 am (UTC -5)
hai i am dr.nileena (dentist).tell me what are the formalities to enroll in phd programme in dentistry
leila
December 6, 2010 at 4:41 am (UTC -5)
I have a major question about language score for permanent visa.Is it possible two seprated ielts certification as a combined score to submit to Dep.of immigration in Aus.
pstfrancis
November 22, 2010 at 8:11 am (UTC -5)
please am planning of applying for canadian immigration please am i to take academic or general ielts exam. is academic test acceptable for the canadian immigration. thanks for your response
lisomc
November 16, 2010 at 10:23 am (UTC -5)
i just want to know about which test i have to take for ielts.either acadamic or general
ahmetaha_802003
October 23, 2010 at 4:43 pm (UTC -5)
my cosuin lives in canada (she is a canadian citizen),Can I get an additional score because of her.
elsoh
October 22, 2010 at 5:35 am (UTC -5)
Dear Sir,
WIth UK degree and IELTS, single and professional in Finance field. Not sure qualified immigration to Canada or/and Australia?
Thanks for helping…
Arun
September 25, 2010 at 9:45 am (UTC -5)
Hi,
I have scored 7.5 in my IELTS score(Academic) and my total points after this score is 69. My question is whether my Academic score is eligible for immigration or not?
Lot of confusion please clarify… My whole application is ready just because of this thing I am not able to send it…
Please clarify.
Thank you,
Arun Baweja
prabh
September 25, 2010 at 6:29 am (UTC -5)
sir, i have 5.5 overall bands in ielts. i want to apply for canada.. and ma uncle will be sponsored me.. can i apply for student visa of canada??? pls give me answer sir
pari
September 24, 2010 at 3:37 pm (UTC -5)
hi
im applying for canada immigration under family support stream.Pl.guide me whether to take academic or general IELTS test and what band is req.
slevic
September 19, 2010 at 11:22 pm (UTC -5)
please Mr Ajay, i just got my ielts scores and this is the result:
listening 6.0
reading 6.0
writing 5.5
speaking 8.0
after the assessment am able to come up with 69 points. can i apply or do i have to take the test again to increase my chances?
please do i advise me.
thank you so much in anticipation of your candid response
marie
September 16, 2010 at 1:36 pm (UTC -5)
I am a registered nurse and I am planning to submit my application for federal skilled worker visa. I took my IELTS exam last April 17,2010 with an OBS of 8 but I took the academic module. I read some post, and others are telling me that IELTS result under academic module are no longer accepted. Is it true? Do I really need to take IELTS again under GT module? Please enlighten me regarding this matter. Thank you in advance
AFA
September 14, 2010 at 11:14 pm (UTC -5)
Hi,
Do the dependents (spouse, children) of the principal applicants also need to take the IELTS?
Thanks.
krish
September 10, 2010 at 7:23 am (UTC -5)
I have PhD research degree in electrical and electronic engineering. Followed the degree in English medium.
May I know about IELTS requirement for the FSW application.?
Thank you
Army
August 29, 2010 at 12:19 pm (UTC -5)
By the way I forgot to say that whether I have to get four 7 or 7.5 – 6.5 – 6.5 – 6.5. I need 16 points to get 67 points. If I get the whole points, do I have to study French too, because my lawyer has written that my French is Basic. I know nothing about French. Do you recommend me to learn it? Thanks again.
Army
August 29, 2010 at 12:14 pm (UTC -5)
Dear Sir, I applied in march 2007 and in July 2010 I took an Ielts test. Listening: 7.5 Reading: 7 Writing: 7.5 Speaking: 8
My lawyer said that I have to take it again since it’s valid for a year and the embassy is going to ask for my documents about two years later. Is it true? Do I have to take the test again? Thanks
vipul patel
August 25, 2010 at 8:32 am (UTC -5)
dear sir,
i live in ahmedabad. i have putted my p.r file on nov-2006 on canadian delhi high commission. but still i do not receive my visa. so when will i get my p.r visa. And currently canadian govt. which year is visa issuing. who submitted his file before 28 feb 2008. Means for old application.
ajay sharma
August 19, 2010 at 4:13 am (UTC -5)
Immigration is combination of many factors and not only IELTS score. Please mail and spousal resume ( if married) to ajay@abhinav.com. Also advise if you have any blood relation in Canada when you write an email to ajay@abhinav.com
ajay sharma
August 19, 2010 at 3:57 am (UTC -5)
1) Are you married? What are the spousal qualifications?
2) Send you resume to ajay@abhinav.com and I shall advise
ajay sharma
August 19, 2010 at 3:51 am (UTC -5)
ONLY giving IELTS does not get you qualified to apply for Canada. Send you updated resume to ajay@abhinav,com and we shall advise.
SRB
July 17, 2010 at 11:34 am (UTC -5)
Dear Mr, Ajay
I am 45 years working as Regional sales manager in MNC and IELTS score is as follows: R=5.5;L=5.5;W=5.5;S=6;can I get immigration to Canada?
pari
July 14, 2010 at 12:15 am (UTC -5)
Hi Thr
i am a nurse working in australia.i am an aus citizen too.also in assesment i got more than 67 point do i still need to do IELTS test to mig to canada.
ISHTIAQUE AZAM
July 11, 2010 at 4:00 am (UTC -5)
Dear Sir,
I am candidate like others people who are trying to go canada by any cost. I have applied for canada immigrant in the begining of 2008. I had got 71 points in assessments but client told to me take IELTS test. I have taken IELTS test and got 4.5 band. My test results are given below:
Listening: 4.5
Reading: 4.0
Writing: 5.0
Speaking: 5.0
Can you guide me that i am eligible for canada immigrant. I have Master Degree in Geology and Diploma in CIVIL (Four year evening program) from karachi Pakistan and have been working in Saudi Arabia since 1997 till now.
It would be highly appreciated if you reply me.
My agent is AUKSUN in Karachi. He is not giving right answer.
Thank you and best regards
Ishtiaque Azam
confused madame
July 10, 2010 at 12:24 am (UTC -5)
hi. im a nurse, no relatives in canada. aspiring to work my profession.
my IELTS score is
S: 7
L: 6.5
R: 6.5
W: 5.5
am i eligible for work in canada
nyllene
July 9, 2010 at 9:44 pm (UTC -5)
i am a nurse and just took ielts -general. i gained a totaL band score of 7. i had 7 in reading anf listening, 6 in writing and 8 in speaking. i am planning to work in canada, will my scores be enough?
ajay sharma
July 6, 2010 at 6:15 am (UTC -5)
Send us your and spousal resume (if married) to ajay@abhinav.com and we shall advise by example how points are computed
Victor
July 3, 2010 at 3:34 pm (UTC -5)
Can u pls explain how u calculate the canada immigration points.
ajay sharma
June 30, 2010 at 10:46 pm (UTC -5)
Pass mark is 67 points
ajay sharma
June 30, 2010 at 10:45 pm (UTC -5)
Cousin is not considered a blood relation under laws and hence you cannot cliam points under this factor
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