How many points are required for a Canada PR Visa?

You have to score 67 out of 100 to apply for a PR Visa through the Express entry program. After you have 67 points and have met the following minimum requirements, you can create a profile in the express entry program:

• Language Skills: You must get a minimum level of CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) level 7 for one official language in all four abilities (Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Listening). The candidate is required to get 6 per band in IELTS for the English language.

• Work Experience: You must have a minimum of one year of work experience in the past 10 years in the field of work that is categorized under NOC (National Occupation Classification) skill type 0, A, or B.

• Education: Minimum high school diploma/degree or certificate that is equivalent to the Canadian education system. ECA (Education Credential Assessment) is mandatory for your educational qualifications.

• Age: The candidate must be a minimum of 18 years of age to be eligible to apply.

• Proof of funds: Must provide proof of settlement funds to show that you will be able to support yourself and any accompanying family members for their move to Canada.

How to calculate 67 points for Canada PR Visa?

The minimum number of points for a PR Visa is 67 out of 100. These points are awarded based on the following factors:

• Language Skills – Maximum 28 points

• Education – Maximum 25 points

• Work Experience – Maximum 15 points

• Age – Maximum 12 points

• Arranged Employment – Maximum 10 points

• Adaptability – Maximum 10 pointsThe following table shows how points are awarded in 67 points calculator for Canadian immigration –
  

  Factor	Description	Points
  Age	18 – 35	12
  	36	11
  	37	10
  	38	09
  	39	08
  	40	07
  	41	06
  	42	05
  	43	04
  	44	03
  	45	02
  	46	01
  	47 & above	00

  English Language

  	R	S	W	L
  Bands	6	6	6	6 to 7	=	CLB 7
  Points	4	4	4	4	=	16
  Bands	6.5	6.5	6.5	7.5	=	CLB 8
  Points	5	5	5	5	=	20
  Bands	7 – 7.5	7	7	8	=	CLB 9
  Points	6	6	6	6	=	24
  Bands	8 – 9	7.5-9	7.5 – 9	8.5 – 9	=	CLB 10
  Points	6	6	6	6	=	24

  Qualification	Ph.D	25
  	Master degree	23
  	Double Bachelor	22
  	Bachelor degree	21
  	Diploma 3 Years after Higher Secondary	19
  	Diploma 3 Years after 10th (High School)	15
  	High School	05

  Work Experience	1 Year	09
  	2 – 3 Years	11
  	4 – 5 Years	13
  	6 Above	15

  Spouse/ Adaptability	Spouse IELTS	05
  	Blood Relation	05

  Arranged Employment

  You get points if you have a job offer of a minimum of one year from a Canadian employer. Job-offered must be: For continuous, paid, full-time work (minimum of 30 hours/week) that is: Not seasonal For a minimum of one year In an occupation that is listed as NOC Skill level A or B

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   If in case you are not able to score 67 points or higher, you can follow the below mentioned things to increase your PR Visa score:

  • Improve your language skills
  • Get a job offer from a Canadian employer
  • Pursue a higher degree, diploma, or certificate