Last updated 10 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for federal skilled worker program Canada
FSWP, Skilled worker visa
Visa for federal skilled worker program — what you need to know
Intended for skilled professionals with work experience outside Canada who wish to immigrate to Canada as permanent residents. At the eligibility assessment stage, a separate 100-point system is used for the FSWP. Applicants must score at least 67 out of 100 points.
Eligible individuals:
- Qualified specialist in management
- Professional specialties
- Technical professions
- IT
- Marketing
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 6 months to 1 year 6 months. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Official visa information
English international
Type of visa
Immigrant visa
Category
Visas for Express Entry