Canada Express Entry Removes CRS Points for Job Offers

Canada has eliminated additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for job offers in Express Entry, effective March 25, 2025. This change impacts candidates who previously received 50 or 200 extra points for arranged employment, making it harder to secure an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

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Key Highlights:

• Job Offer Points Removed: Candidates with valid job offers no longer receive extra CRS points, affecting their overall rankings.
• Impact on Candidates: Those who previously relied on these points may see their chances of receiving an ITA decrease, while others may benefit from lower competition.
• Temporary Measure: IRCC states the change is temporary but has not given a timeline for its reversal.
• Physician Job Offers Affected: Special exemptions for physicians with short-term job offers have also been removed.
• Government’s Reason: The change aims to combat fraud and prevent misuse of the system, such as candidates attempting to “purchase an LMIA.”

This policy shift significantly alters Express Entry dynamics, pushing candidates to explore other ways to improve their CRS scores, such as Provincial Nominee Programs or improving language proficiency.

For a detailed breakdown of how this change affects Express Entry candidates

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