Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) Calculator
Official IRCC selection factor points (out of 100). You need 67+ to be eligible for the FSW stream — this is not your CRS score.
Minimum requirements (summary)
- Skilled work: at least 1 year (1,560 hours) in the last 10 years in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3, matching your primary NOC, paid and continuous.
- Language: approved test in English or French with minimum scores in speaking, listening, reading, and writing (CLB 7 in each ability for FSW selection factors).
- Education: Canadian credential, or foreign credential with an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
Selection factors (max 100 points)
| Factor | Max points |
|---|---|
| Language skills (first + second official language) | 28 |
| Education | 25 |
| Skilled work experience | 15 |
| Age | 12 |
| Arranged employment in Canada | 10 |
| Adaptability | 10 |
You need at least 67 points to qualify to submit an Express Entry profile under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
First official language points
| CLB level | Per ability |
|---|---|
| 9 or higher | 6 |
| 8 | 5 |
| 7 | 4 |
| Below 7 | Not eligible |
Second official language: 4 points if CLB 5 or higher in all four abilities; otherwise 0.
Other notes
- You must plan to live outside Quebec (Quebec has its own skilled worker program).
- Proof of funds may be required unless you are already authorized to work in Canada with a valid job offer.
- Arranged employment points require a valid job offer and one of IRCC’s four qualifying situations (LMIA, exempt work, etc.).
- Adaptability factors are combined; maximum 10 points total even if individual items add up to more.
Source: IRCC — Federal Skilled Worker Program. Page last modified 2026-03-09. This tool is for planning only and is not legal advice.
Maximum 12 points for ages 18–35; decreases after age 35.
First official language (max 24 points)
English or French — each ability scored separately. Below CLB 7 in any ability = not eligible.
Second official language (max 4 points)
Counts in Canada or abroad, including while studying or self-employed, for selection factor points only.
Arranged employment in Canada (max 10 points)
Adaptability (max 10 points combined)
Select all that apply; total is capped at 10.
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