Skilled migration · Canada · CEC
Canadian Experience Class
The Canadian Experience Class is for people who have gained skilled work experience in Canada. Many graduates move from a post-graduation work permit to permanent residence this way.
Who it suits
Is CEC for you?
- Graduates working in Canada on a post-graduation work permit
- Workers on an employer or open work permit
- People who want to stay in Canada without leaving the workforce
The basics
What Canada looks for
- At least one year of skilled work in Canada (TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3) in the last three years
- Language level set by your job: CLB 7 for TEER 0 and 1, CLB 5 for TEER 2 and 3
- No proof of funds is needed
- Entry to the Express Entry pool, then ranking by CRS score
A summary of IRCC's published requirements. The full rules have more conditions, and they change.
How we help
How we help with CEC
- Step 1
First
We time your application around your permit expiry
- Step 2
Then
We check that your Canadian work counts as skilled
- Step 3
Finally
We compare CEC with provincial options before you commit
Your case has details a web page cannot cover. A consultation tells you where you stand.
Book a consultationFAQs
CEC questions
Does study in Canada count as work experience for CEC?
No. The work experience must be paid, skilled work in Canada. Time spent only studying does not count towards the one year.
Do I need proof of funds for CEC?
No. IRCC does not require proof of funds under the Canadian Experience Class.
Let's map your global pathway
A first consultation covers eligibility, realistic timelines, total cost and the tax consequences of the move. You leave with a written plan, not a brochure.