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Express Entry Document Checklist

The required and optional documents for a Express Entry application to Canada, organized to build your case file with confidence.

8
documents
7
required
1
optional

Required documents7

  1. Valid Passport

    A valid passport with at least 6 months validity

  2. Birth Certificate

    Official birth certificate with translation if not in English/French

  3. Police Clearance Certificate

    Police clearance from all countries lived in for 6+ months since age 18

  4. Language Test Results

    IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF test results (must be less than 2 years old)

  5. Educational Diplomas/Degrees

    All diplomas, degrees, and certificates with official transcripts

  6. Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

    ECA report from designated organization (WES, IQAS, ICAS, etc.)

  7. Employment Reference Letters

    Reference letters from all employers with job duties, dates, and salary

Optional or situational1

  • Pay Stubs/Salary Slips

    Recent pay stubs or salary slips from current/previous employers

Note: This is general document guidance for organizing your case file, not legal advice. Document requirements change; always verify the current list against the official government source before you submit.

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Frequently asked questions

What documents do I need for Express Entry (Canada)?
This checklist lists 8 document types for the Express Entry case file — 7 required and 1 optional or situational. The full list, with what each item means, is below.
How many documents are required vs optional for Express Entry?
7 of the 8 listed document types are required; 1 is optional or apply only in certain cases.
Can I track my Express Entry documents in one place?
Yes — save this checklist to your Hijraah case file to mark each document pending, uploaded, or verified as you gather it.