Canada is the top destination for Arab immigrants. With its points-based Express Entry system and multiple Provincial Nominee Programs, Canada offers clear pathways to permanent residence and citizenship. Use our free tools to start your journey.
485,000+
New PRs/year
~480
Avg CRS Cutoff
6-8
Months Processing
100+
Immigration Streams
Canada's flagship points-based system for skilled workers. Covers Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades. Draws happen every 2 weeks with CRS cutoffs typically between 470-510.
Each Canadian province runs its own immigration streams targeting specific occupations and regional needs. PNP nomination adds 600 CRS points, virtually guaranteeing an ITA.
Study at a designated Canadian institution, earn a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), gain Canadian work experience, then apply for PR through CEC or PNP.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, dependent children, parents, or grandparents. Spousal sponsorship typically takes 12-15 months.
The Comprehensive Ranking System scores candidates out of 1,200 points. Key factors: age (up to 110 pts), education (up to 150), language (up to 160), work experience (up to 80).
IRCC conducts draws roughly every 2 weeks, inviting top-scoring candidates. In 2025-2026, Canada added category-based draws (healthcare, STEM, trades, transport, French speakers).
English: IELTS General or CELPIP. French: TEF or TCF. Minimum CLB 7 for FSW. Higher scores = more CRS points. Bilingual (English + French) candidates get significant bonus points.
Detailed guides covering embassies, attestations, and police clearance for each country
Top occupations for Canadian immigration programs with salaries and points requirements
NOC: 21231
CAD 95,000/yr
NOC: 21234
CAD 75,000/yr
NOC: 21211
CAD 105,000/yr
NOC: 21233
CAD 100,000/yr
NOC: 31301
CAD 85,000/yr
NOC: 31102
CAD 250,000/yr
NOC: 31120
CAD 95,000/yr
NOC: 21300
CAD 85,000/yr
CRS cutoffs for general Express Entry draws in 2025-2026 typically range from 470 to 510 points. Category-based draws (healthcare, STEM, French speakers) may have lower cutoffs around 430-480. Use our free CRS calculator to estimate your score.
Express Entry is a 3-step process: 1) Create an online profile with your education, work experience, language scores, and other factors. 2) Receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. 3) If your score meets the cutoff in a draw, you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
Express Entry processing takes 6-8 months from ITA. However, the full timeline including language tests (IELTS/CELPIP), credential assessment (WES/ECA), and police clearance from MENA countries can take 12-18 months total. Some Arab countries have longer police clearance timelines.
Yes! The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program under Express Entry does not require a Canadian job offer. You are assessed based on your CRS score which considers age, education, language ability, and work experience. A valid job offer adds 50-200 CRS points but is not mandatory.
Key documents include: Educational Credential Assessment (WES or equivalent), police clearance certificate from your home country, valid passport, language test results (IELTS/CELPIP for English, TEF/TCF for French), proof of work experience, and proof of funds. Documents from Arab countries may need MOFA attestation.