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Your Express Entry score, live.
Adjust your age, education, language scores, work experience and additional factors. The Comprehensive Ranking System total updates as you type - same grid IRCC uses when ranking candidates in the Express Entry pool.
Where your points come from
Every input on the left feeds one of the four IRCC point buckets below. Use this view to see which buckets are pulling weight and which ones still have room to grow.
- Age 105
- Education 120
- First official language 64
- Second official language 0
- Canadian work experience 0
- Spouse education 0
- Spouse language 0
- Spouse Canadian work experience 0
- Education + language 25
- Education + Canadian work 0
- Foreign work + language 25
- Foreign work + Canadian work 0
- Trade certificate + language 0
Capped at 100 - your uncapped subtotal would be 50.
- Provincial nomination 0
- Arranged employment 0
- Canadian post-secondary education 0
- Sibling in Canada (citizen / PR) 0
- French language bonus 0
Arranged-employment points are currently suspended by IRCC. If reinstated, your selected offer would add 0 to your additional points.
This simulator implements the official IRCC Comprehensive Ranking System grid. It is informational and does not guarantee an Invitation to Apply. Confirm your real CRS by creating an Express Entry profile at canada.ca/ircc.
Your approval probability, live.
Pick your program and adjust your country, age, funds and travel history. The range below updates as you type - anchored to public IRCC approval-rate trends, not a guarantee.
Where the probability comes from
Each row is one factor in the model. Positive numbers pull your probability up, negative numbers pull it down. Base rate per program is the public IRCC anchor we start from.
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Country of origin
IRCC refusal rates for this country are around the global average.
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Age +5 pts
Age is in the prime band that economic streams reward.
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Recommended program 88%
Express Entry - base approval rate from public IRCC trends: 88%.
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Financial capacity -10 pts
No declared funds. IRCC will question your ability to settle and support yourself.
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Travel history
No travel history declared and no prior refusals - neutral for officers, but consider adding any prior visa-compliant trips to the application.
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Overall profile readiness 0/100 -7 pts
Your readiness score is early-stage - the application is not yet competitive. This row summarises your overall profile strength and overlaps with the age and funds factors above.
Move your range
Concrete moves ranked by impact. Each one is a real, verifiable change an officer would see in the file.
- Strengthen the funds file: six months of clean bank statements totalling at least $14,000, plus a source-of-funds explanation. This typically lifts the range by 8-10 points.
- Close the readiness gaps the scoring engine flagged - an official language test result and an ECA of your foreign degree alone usually move the range by 5-10 points.
- A short visit to a visa-waiver country with clean re-entry adds a compliance signal officers weigh - even one trip is better than none.
This is a data-driven estimate from public IRCC trends and your profile - not a guarantee. Only a Canadian immigration officer can decide your application.
Jobs hiring across borders
Live openings from 19 markets plus the visa-sponsoring employers and global talent programs worth knowing. Search a role, filter by region, and apply.
Live openings
Type a role and pick a country, then jump straight into the matching job boards with your search pre-filled.
Global talent programs & top boards
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Study abroad, funded
The world's leading government and university scholarships, from fully funded masters to PhD programs. Filter by region, level and funding.
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Build your company anywhere
Startup visas, accelerators and founder programs that fund, relocate and scale founders worldwide. Filter by region and support type.
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See the world, legally
Working-holiday visas, digital-nomad permits and visa-friendly destinations that let you live, work or explore abroad. Filter by region and permit type.
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Internships that open doors
Paid and funded internships at the UN, global tech, research labs and multilateral bodies. Filter by region, field and funding.
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World-class fellowships
Prestigious leadership, policy and research fellowships that fund a year or more of study, work and network abroad. Filter by region and focus.
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Partnerships & funding calls
International grants, research collaborations, trade matchmaking and NGO partnership calls that fund organisations and cross-border teams. Filter by region and type.
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Canada draw tracker
Every Express Entry round of invitations and provincial nominee draw - CRS cut-offs, invitation volumes and category trends, updated automatically from official Government of Canada data.
Oct 16, 2026
CRS cut-off trend
Minimum CRS score required, by round.
Invitations per round
Number of ITAs issued, by round.
| Date | Round | Category | CRS cut-off | Invitations |
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| Oct 16, 2026 | #450 | French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 | 435 | 5,000 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | #449 | Canadian Experience Class | 519 | 2,500 |
| Oct 13, 2026 | #448 | Provincial Nominee Program | 772 | 752 |
| Oct 1, 2026 | #447 | Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3 | 476 | 3,500 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | #446 | Canadian Experience Class | 518 | 2,000 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | #445 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 733 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | #444 | Senior managers with Canadian Work Experience, 2026-Version 1 | 389 | 250 |
| Sep 15, 2026 | #443 | Canadian Experience Class | 519 | 2,000 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | #442 | Provincial Nominee Program | 734 | 576 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | #441 | Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3 | 475 | 3,500 |
| Sep 3, 2026 | #440 | Physicians with Canadian Work Experience, 2026-Version 1 | 198 | 229 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | #439 | Canadian Experience Class | 521 | 2,000 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | #438 | Provincial Nominee Program | 697 | 562 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | #437 | French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 | 382 | 5,000 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | #436 | Canadian Experience Class | 523 | 1,000 |
| Aug 17, 2026 | #435 | Provincial Nominee Program | 760 | 442 |
| Aug 7, 2026 | #434 | Transport Occupations, 2026-Version 2 | 470 | 300 |
| Aug 6, 2026 | #433 | French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 | 391 | 5,000 |
| Aug 5, 2026 | #432 | Canadian Experience Class | 516 | 3,000 |
| Aug 4, 2026 | #431 | Provincial Nominee Program | 768 | 507 |
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada - Express Entry rounds of invitations. Provincial draws are compiled from provincial program pages. Figures are for information only.
Canada immigration, in data
Express Entry trends and labour-demand rankings - which occupations, employers and provinces are hiring foreign workers right now - drawn from official Government of Canada data.
Express Entry CRS cut-off trend
Minimum CRS by round (most recent 40).
Invitations by category
ITAs issued in the last 24 months, by draw category.
Most in-demand occupations
By approved LMIA positions.
- Harvesting labourersNOC 8510139,644
- Nursery and greenhouse labourersNOC 851035,492
- Fish and seafood plant workersNOC 941424,585
- Livestock labourersNOC 851003,913
- Transport truck driversNOC 733001,481
- CooksNOC 632001,422
- Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourersNOC 851211,243
- Labourers in fish and seafood processingNOC 951071,210
- Food service supervisorsNOC 620201,160
- Labourers in food and beverage processingNOC 951061,150
- Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operatorsNOC 841201,081
- Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisorsNOC 82030777
Top hiring provinces
By approved LMIA positions.
- Quebec4,832 employers27,003
- Ontario4,637 employers25,248
- British Columbia2,660 employers13,297
- Alberta1,700 employers4,565
- New Brunswick199 employers3,262
- Nova Scotia259 employers2,553
- Newfoundland and Labrador51 employers1,219
- Saskatchewan381 employers1,079
- Manitoba252 employers995
- Prince Edward Island99 employers843
- EMPLOYER53 employers369
- Northwest Territories19 employers26
- Yukon15 employers18
Top sponsoring employers
By approved LMIA positions.
- Jealous Fruits Ltd.British Columbia894
- Procyk Farms (1994) LtdOntario739
- Les Entreprises Pitre Inc.Quebec669
- Northern Cherries Inc.British Columbia515
- S SUNDHER ORCHARDS LTD.British Columbia451
- Scotlynn Sweetpac Growers Inc.Ontario405
- Cape Bald Packers LtdNew Brunswick361
- Les Fermes du Soleil Inc.Quebec320
- Ferme Onésime PouliotQuebec312
- LES PRODUCTIONS MARGIRIC INCQuebec309
- G.P. Sandher Holdings LtdBritish Columbia303
- Les Jardins Vegibec inc.Quebec291
Demand by program stream
By approved LMIA positions.
- Primary Agriculture50,965
- Low Wage17,096
- High Wage11,384
- Global Talent Stream899
- Permanent Resident Only134
Sources: IRCC Express Entry rounds of invitations; ESDC positive-LMIA employer lists (Open Government, 2026Q1). LMIA position counts indicate where employers are hiring foreign workers and are not a guarantee of openings.
The occupations Canada is hiring for
Every occupation ranked by approved LMIA positions - the strongest official signal of where Canadian employers are actively hiring foreign workers. Filter by province and quarter to target your job search.
- 1 Harvesting labourers NOC 85101 2,192 employers 39,644
- 2 Nursery and greenhouse labourers NOC 85103 458 employers 5,492
- 3 Fish and seafood plant workers NOC 94142 62 employers 4,585
- 4 Livestock labourers NOC 85100 1,441 employers 3,913
- 5 Transport truck drivers NOC 73300 405 employers 1,481
- 6 Cooks NOC 63200 921 employers 1,422
- 7 Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers NOC 85121 170 employers 1,243
- 8 Labourers in fish and seafood processing NOC 95107 41 employers 1,210
- 9 Food service supervisors NOC 62020 716 employers 1,160
- 10 Labourers in food and beverage processing NOC 95106 89 employers 1,150
- 11 Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators NOC 84120 295 employers 1,081
- 12 Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors NOC 82030 371 employers 777
- 13 Restaurant and food service managers NOC 60030 578 employers 666
- 14 Construction trades helpers and labourers NOC 75110 201 employers 633
- 15 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates NOC 33102 209 employers 566
- 16 Carpenters NOC 72310 301 employers 482
- 17 Welders and related machine operators NOC 72106 252 employers 454
- 18 Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers NOC 72410 255 employers 375
- 19 Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport NOC 65211 12 employers 371
- 20 Retail sales supervisors NOC 62010 303 employers 349
- 21 Residential and commercial installers and servicers NOC 73200 128 employers 348
- 22 Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations NOC 65201 154 employers 321
- 23 Light duty cleaners NOC 65310 122 employers 307
- 24 Software developers and programmers NOC 21232 202 employers 300
- 25 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics NOC 72401 147 employers 285
- 26 General practitioners and family physicians NOC 31102 107 employers 278
- 27 Roofers and shinglers NOC 73110 79 employers 276
- 28 Software engineers and designers NOC 21231 166 employers 275
- 29 Concrete finishers NOC 73100 92 employers 252
- 30 Retail and wholesale trade managers NOC 60020 214 employers 241
- 31 Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors NOC 72100 149 employers 234
- 32 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses NOC 31301 39 employers 232
- 33 Chefs NOC 62200 196 employers 231
- 34 Administrative assistants NOC 13110 201 employers 211
- 35 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers NOC 73102 119 employers 208
- 36 Information systems specialists NOC 21222 146 employers 198
- 37 Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers NOC 94141 23 employers 197
- 38 Butchers - retail and wholesale NOC 63201 64 employers 193
- 39 Graphic designers and illustrators NOC 52120 75 employers 190
- 40 Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing NOC 94140 29 employers 190
- 41 Bakers NOC 63202 126 employers 180
- 42 Administrative officers NOC 13100 161 employers 167
- 43 Material handlers NOC 75101 55 employers 159
- 44 Auto body collision, refinishing and glass technicians and damage repair estimators NOC 72411 112 employers 158
- 45 Early childhood educators and assistants NOC 42202 120 employers 148
- 46 Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations NOC 11202 146 employers 146
- 47 Accounting technicians and bookkeepers NOC 12200 132 employers 142
- 48 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine NOC 31100 54 employers 142
- 49 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) NOC 73112 99 employers 141
- 50 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics NOC 72400 96 employers 137
No occupations match these filters.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada - positive LMIA employer lists (Open Government, 2026Q1). Position counts are approved LMIA positions, a hiring-demand signal rather than live vacancies. Showing the top 50 for the selected filters.
Find Canadian employers that sponsor
Search employers issued a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) - by occupation, NOC code, province and program stream. A strong starting list for your Canadian job search.
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Procyk Farms (1994) Ltd
Northern Cherries Inc.
Les Entreprises Pitre Inc.
S SUNDHER ORCHARDS LTD.
Scotlynn Sweetpac Growers Inc.
Cape Bald Packers Ltd
G.P. Sandher Holdings Ltd
Les Fermes du Soleil Inc.
11656520 Canada Inc.
Quinlan Brothers Ltd.
Westmorland Fisheries Ltd.
Centre Maraicher Eugene Guinois Jr inc.
Les Entreprises Pitre Inc.
Pure Flavor Farms LP
Millen Farms Ltd
Fraisebec Inc.
NOCA Canadian Seafood Buyer, Inc.
Cultures Gen V inc.
Schuyler Farms Ltd.
Sun-Brite Foods Inc.
A. Bélisle & fils Inc.
Phillips Bridge Seafood ULC
Baie Ste Anne Seafoods (2014) Inc.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada - positive LMIA employer lists (Open Government). The list excludes employers whose name is a personal name and may include positions later cancelled by the employer. A positive LMIA is not a job offer - always verify directly with the employer.
Live Canadian jobs, sponsor-checked
Fresh job postings across Canada, each one cross-checked against the official LMIA employer record. A Sponsor history badge means that employer has already been approved to hire foreign workers - apply there first.
Search Canadian jobs directly
Type a role above, then jump straight into the big Canadian job boards with your search pre-filled.
Listings via the Adzuna job-search API; sponsor badges from Employment and Social Development Canada positive-LMIA employer lists (Open Government). A sponsor-history badge is a strong signal, not a guarantee that the specific posting offers sponsorship - always confirm with the employer.
One search, 19 countries
Compare live openings for your role across the major destination markets. Pair it with the Migration Rankings tool to weigh where your skills travel best.
Search international job boards directly
Type a role and pick a country above, then jump into the matching job boards with your search pre-filled.
Listings via the Adzuna job-search API and refreshed continuously. Salary figures are the source board's estimates in local currency. When searching Canada, employers with positive-LMIA history carry a sponsor badge.
How long will my application take?
Current IRCC processing-time estimates for permanent residence, temporary residence, family sponsorship and citizenship - updated automatically from the official Government of Canada data.
Permanent residence
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Immigration Program | About 26 months | About 11,500 people waiting |
| Caregivers | About 77 months | About 36,400 people waiting |
| Express Entry - Canadian Experience Class | About 6 months | About 53,900 people waiting |
| Express Entry - Federal Skilled Worker | About 7 months | About 58,300 people waiting |
| Provincial Nominee (non-Express Entry) | About 13 months | About 96,500 people waiting |
| Provincial Nominee (via Express Entry) | About 7 months | About 13,100 people waiting |
| Quebec business immigration | About 75 months | About 3,600 people waiting |
| Quebec Skilled Worker | 11 months | About 20,500 people waiting |
| Self-employed (federal) | More than 10 years | About 8,000 people waiting |
| Start-up Visa | More than 10 years | About 47,500 people waiting |
Temporary residence
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Authorize a representative | 16 weeks | - |
| International Experience Canada | 6 weeks | - |
| Permanent Resident card | 30 days | - |
| Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program | 95 days | - |
| Study permit extension | 56 days | - |
| Visitor record / extension | 341 days | - |
| Visitor visa (from inside Canada) | 12 days | - |
| Work permit extension | 121 days | - |
Family sponsorship
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Dependent children (outside Quebec) | About 41 months | About 60,400 people waiting |
| Dependent children (Quebec) | More than 10 years | About 22,900 people waiting |
| Parents & grandparents (outside Quebec) | About 28 months | About 35,600 people waiting |
| Parents & grandparents (Quebec) | About 63 months | About 10,300 people waiting |
| Spouse/partner in Canada (outside Quebec) | About 26 months | About 55,600 people waiting |
| Spouse/partner in Canada (Quebec) | About 32 months | About 14,500 people waiting |
| Spouse/partner outside Canada (outside Quebec) | About 18 months | About 65,600 people waiting |
| Spouse/partner outside Canada (Quebec) | About 33 months | About 19,400 people waiting |
Citizenship
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship grant | About 12 months | About 322,700 people waiting |
| Proof of citizenship | About 34 months | About 130,700 people waiting |
Refugees & humanitarian
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Government-assisted refugees (outside Quebec) | About 14 months | About 17,900 people waiting |
| Government-assisted refugees (Quebec) | About 9 months | About 400 people waiting |
| Humanitarian & compassionate (outside Quebec) | More than 10 years | About 58,800 people waiting |
| Humanitarian & compassionate (Quebec) | More than 10 years | About 20,800 people waiting |
| Privately sponsored refugees (outside Quebec) | About 40 months | About 71,000 people waiting |
| Privately sponsored refugees (Quebec) | About 54 months | About 2,200 people waiting |
| Protected persons in Canada (outside Quebec) | About 13 months | About 77,600 people waiting |
| Protected persons in Canada (Quebec) | More than 10 years | About 42,600 people waiting |
Other
| Application | Estimated time | People waiting |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship | 4 months | - |
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada - Check processing times. Estimates are based on how long it took to process most applications (50th-80th percentile) in the past and are not a guarantee. Initial study/work permit and visitor-visa times vary by country and aren't shown here.
Every pathway to Canada, in one place
Browse the main federal, provincial and Quebec immigration programs - who each is for, key requirements, cost and current processing time. Not sure which fits? Run the free assessment.
Express Entry - Federal Skilled Worker
The main points-based route to permanent residence for skilled workers with foreign work experience, ranked in the Express Entry pool by CRS…
View details FederalExpress Entry - Canadian Experience Class
A fast Express Entry stream for people who already have skilled work experience in Canada - no settlement funds or ECA required.
View details FederalExpress Entry - Federal Skilled Trades
An Express Entry stream for qualified people in skilled trades such as construction, industrial, electrical and maintenance occupations.
View details ProvincialProvincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Provinces and territories nominate candidates who fit their local labour-market needs. A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points in Express Entry.
View details RegionalAtlantic Immigration Program
An employer-driven PR route for the four Atlantic provinces (NB, NL, NS, PE) for skilled workers and international graduates.
View details RegionalRural Community Immigration Pilot
A community-driven route giving smaller, rural communities a path to attract and retain skilled newcomers (successor to the RNIP).
View details FederalStart-Up Visa
Permanent residence for entrepreneurs with a scalable business idea backed by a designated Canadian investor or incubator.
View details FederalSelf-Employed Persons Program
For people with relevant experience in cultural activities or athletics who can be self-employed in Canada.
View details FederalSpouse / Common-Law Partner Sponsorship
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner for permanent residence.
View details FederalParents & Grandparents Program
Sponsor your parents and grandparents for permanent residence (invitation-based intake), or bring them on a Super Visa.
View details FederalDependent Child Sponsorship
Sponsor your dependent children (including adopted children) for permanent residence.
View details FederalStudy Permit
Study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) - often the first step on a study → work → PR pathway.
View details FederalPost-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
An open work permit for eligible graduates of Canadian programs - Canadian work experience that feeds Express Entry / PNP.
View details FederalEmployer-Specific Work Permit (LMIA)
Work for a specific Canadian employer who has a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
View details FederalInternational Experience Canada (IEC)
Youth from countries with a bilateral agreement can work and travel in Canada (Working Holiday, Young Professionals, Co-op).
View details FederalVisitor Visa / eTA
Temporary entry to Canada to visit - a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) depending on nationality.
View details QuebecQuebec Skilled Worker (Arrima)
Quebec selects its own skilled workers through the Arrima expression-of-interest system and issues a CSQ before federal PR.
View details FederalCanadian Citizenship (Grant)
Permanent residents who meet the residency and other requirements can become Canadian citizens.
View details FederalRefugees & Humanitarian
Protection for people fleeing persecution - through resettlement from abroad or an in-Canada asylum claim, plus humanitarian & compassionate consideration.
View detailsWhere do your ambitions travel best?
Twelve major destinations compared on the things that decide a move: how many visa pathways exist, how reachable permanent residence is, speed, cost, the job market and language demands. Re-rank by what matters most to you.
Canada
82- Pathway variety 95
- PR accessibility 90
- Processing speed 70
- Affordability 60
- Job market openness 80
- Language flexibility 75
Express Entry plus 80+ provincial streams give more routes to permanent residence than any other country, with a transparent points system.
Best for: Skilled workers who want PR from day one
Australia
74- Pathway variety 85
- PR accessibility 80
- Processing speed 65
- Affordability 55
- Job market openness 78
- Language flexibility 60
Points-tested skilled visas and state nomination mirror the Canadian model; occupation lists are stricter and English thresholds higher.
Best for: In-demand trades and health professionals
Germany
71- Pathway variety 80
- PR accessibility 65
- Processing speed 60
- Affordability 80
- Job market openness 85
- Language flexibility 45
The EU Blue Card and Opportunity Card open Europe's largest job market cheaply, but German is needed for most roles and for faster settlement.
Best for: Engineers and IT specialists open to learning German
United Kingdom
69- Pathway variety 75
- PR accessibility 60
- Processing speed 75
- Affordability 40
- Job market openness 75
- Language flexibility 85
Sponsored Skilled Worker visas process quickly, but rising salary thresholds and heavy visa fees make it one of the costliest routes.
Best for: Professionals with a UK job offer in hand
Netherlands
69- Pathway variety 65
- PR accessibility 60
- Processing speed 75
- Affordability 55
- Job market openness 80
- Language flexibility 80
The Highly Skilled Migrant scheme is fast and employer-driven, and English is enough for most professional roles.
Best for: Tech and corporate roles with recognized sponsors
New Zealand
67- Pathway variety 70
- PR accessibility 75
- Processing speed 68
- Affordability 50
- Job market openness 65
- Language flexibility 60
The Green List fast-tracks residence for listed occupations; a smaller job market means fewer openings outside it.
Best for: Health, engineering and education roles on the Green List
Ireland
67- Pathway variety 60
- PR accessibility 62
- Processing speed 70
- Affordability 45
- Job market openness 78
- Language flexibility 90
Critical Skills permits lead to long-term residence in two years; housing costs are the main drag.
Best for: English speakers in tech, pharma and finance
Sweden
63- Pathway variety 60
- PR accessibility 58
- Processing speed 55
- Affordability 65
- Job market openness 70
- Language flexibility 80
Employer-led work permits with no points test and English-friendly workplaces; permit rules tightened recently for lower-wage roles.
Best for: Engineers and researchers with Swedish offers
Portugal
62- Pathway variety 65
- PR accessibility 78
- Processing speed 45
- Affordability 75
- Job market openness 50
- Language flexibility 55
D7 and digital-nomad visas plus citizenship after five years make it the settlement bargain of Europe; local wages and processing backlogs are the trade-off.
Best for: Remote workers and retirees targeting EU citizenship
United Arab Emirates
62- Pathway variety 55
- PR accessibility 25
- Processing speed 90
- Affordability 60
- Job market openness 82
- Language flexibility 85
Work visas are issued in weeks and salaries are tax-free, but even the 10-year Golden Visa is residency, not a path to citizenship.
Best for: Earning fast without a settlement goal
Japan
59- Pathway variety 55
- PR accessibility 55
- Processing speed 65
- Affordability 70
- Job market openness 70
- Language flexibility 30
The Highly Skilled Professional points visa can reach PR in one to three years, but daily life and most jobs require Japanese.
Best for: Specialists committed to learning Japanese
United States
57- Pathway variety 55
- PR accessibility 40
- Processing speed 35
- Affordability 45
- Job market openness 90
- Language flexibility 85
The world's deepest job market, gated by the H-1B lottery and decade-long green-card backlogs for many nationalities.
Best for: Exceptional profiles and intra-company transfers
Editorial scores (0 to 100) maintained by our research team, last reviewed July 2026. They summarize official visa rules, government processing data and cost-of-living references, and are guidance rather than advice: individual outcomes depend on your profile.
Immigration news & policy changes around the world
Plain-English summaries of the latest official immigration announcements - new and closing programs, policy and rule changes, fees, draws and processing times - pulled straight from government newsrooms.
Commission provides additional EU funding to strengthen border security
The European Commission is providing an additional EUR 130 million under the Border Management and Visa Instrument to support drone and counter-drone measures that strengthen security at the EU external borders.
CERIS event on Innovation Uptake
The CERIS event on innovation uptake gathered more than 120 participants. It provided a space for public authorities, security practitioners, policy makers, innovators and researchers to connect and discuss practical ways to support the transition from research results to deployable solutions.
GEMS: An EU-funded project tackling radicalisation in online gaming spaces
The EU-funded GEMS project examines how vulnerable individuals are identified and recruited in online gaming spaces and has developed an AI-supported moderation tool to detect extremist activity across the diverse world of gaming, interrupting recruitment attempts in real time.
Canada refocusing Express Entry on top talent that drives economic growth
October 16, 2026-Kitchener, Ontario-Building a stronger Canada means restoring confidence in a well-managed immigration system that meets our economic needs. This includes attracting and retaining skilled talent to complement the Canadian workforce and drive economic growth.
Changes to Express Entry for high-wage occupations
On November 3, 2026, changes to Express Entry willintroduce points for eligible Canadian work experience or qualifying job offers in highwage occupations, and remove labour market impact assessment (LMIA) requirements for qualifying job offers used to establish program eligibility and obtain Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points
New strategy on combating trafficking in human beings
The European Commission sets out a new strategy to combat trafficking in human beings. The Strategy is accompanied by the 6th progress report with data from 2023 and 2024 on combatting trafficking in human beings.
New analysis on digital forensic gaps and needs of EU law enforcement
The European Commission, in close cooperation with Europol, has conducted a gap and needs analysis to assess the current state of digital forensic capabilities across EU. The report provides recommendations to strengthen EU-wide digital forensic capabilities.
Minister Metlege Diab to make an announcement in Kitchener
Minister Metlege Diab to make an announcement in Kitchener
New information alert in the Schengen Information System to improve security
The Schengen Information System has enhanced capabilities to fight terrorism and serious organised crime. A new information alert will make information shared by non-EU countries and international organisations on suspected terrorists and serious criminals available across the EU in real time.
EU signs Protocol to strengthen asset recovery and anti-money laundering cooperation
On 14 October, the EU signed the Additional Protocol to the Council of Europe Convention on Laundering, Search, Seizure and Confiscation of the Proceeds from Crime and on the Financing of Terrorism. With strengthened rules, it will also facilitate cooperation and prevention.
Strengthening Uptake and Exploitation of Horizon Europe “Civil Security” Research and Innovation: Tips for Proposers
This document provides practical guidance to help Horizon Europe Cluster-3 applicants strengthen the exploitation and uptake of project results from the earliest stages of project design through implementation and beyond the end of the project.
Minister Metlege Diab highlights new Productivity Mega Deduction to help businesses invest, grow, and create jobs in Canada
Canada has what the world wants: abundant energy and critical minerals, the most educated workforce in the world, access to 1.5 billion consumers through our free trade agreements and the strongest fiscal position in the G7. We are building on these advantages to make Canada the best place in the world to invest, build and grow.
Minister Metlege Diab to highlight new Productivity Mega Deduction that will help businesses invest, grow, and create jobs in Canada
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight recent government changes to Canada’s business tax system, boosting Canada’s advantage as the most competitive G7 country for new business investment. A media availability will follow.
Important Notice: Burgh Quay Registration Office Closed on Wednesday 14 October
Due to planned public service industrial action, the Registration Office on Burgh Quay will be closed to the public on Wednesday October 14. All booked appointments have been rescheduled. If you have a return appointment with us, please attend any other day (Mon-Fri excluding Bank Holidays) up to the date stamped on your return [...] The post Important Notice: Burgh Quay Registration Office Closed on Wednesday 14 October appeared first on Immigration Service Delivery.
Out now: Twentieth Newsletter I September 2026
Following the summer break, this issue brings together a comprehensive overview of our dynamic autumn programme, returning activities and expert insights from across the European prevention landscape.
Staying the course on migration reform
On 29 September, the Commission proposed a 5-point plan to prevent, anticipate and respond to sudden mass illegal arrivals. The Plan will strengthen the resilience and security of EU external borders. Member States, JHA agencies and the Commission will now work together to deliver on these actions.
Temporary Protection Transition Scheme (TPTS) Opens for Applications
Applications for the Temporary Protection Transition Scheme (TPTS) are open from 30 September 2026 for eligible beneficiaries of Temporary Protection who wish to transition to an alternative immigration permission in Ireland. Eligible applicants can submit their application and access detailed scheme guidance through the Temporary Protection Transition Scheme online application portal: https://inisonline.jahs.ie/user/login Applicants are [...] The post Temporary Protection Transition Scheme (TPTS) Opens for Applications appeared first on Immigration Service Delivery.
EU funding helped developing leading space technology company
Thanks to the Horizon Europe's funding programme in 2015, ICEYE developed its first SAR satellite. Today, the company operates the world’s largest SAR constellation, delivering services in security, defense and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance, and emergency response.
New EU Critical Communication System for first responders
The European Commission proposed to establish a new EU Critical Communication System (EUCCS) to provide Europe’s first responders with secure and resilient communication channels in crisis situations.
Canada is supporting new projects to promote Francophone immigration and strengthen Francophone minority communities
Collaboration is essential to addressing Canada’s workforce needs and responding to the realities facing Francophone communities. Given the challenges posed by labour shortages and the ongoing need to attract and retain talent, Canada is joining forces with its partners and reinforcing its commitment to Francophone immigration.
Projects aimed at supporting Francophone minority communities
The Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitat
Sixth Edition of “The Hub. Insights”
In this issue, we turn our focus to one of the most critical and rapidly evolving dimensions of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism: the complex interplay between gender, radicalisation, and digital culture.
UK Resettlement Scheme reopens for new referrals
The Home Secretary has reopened the UK Resettlement Scheme, with around a quarter of referrals expected to be Afghan women and girls and Palestinian refugees.
A new policy paper explores the role of National Referral Mechanisms across the EU
A new policy paper, National Referral Mechanisms in the EU: Mapping, Analysis and Further Guidance examined how Member States are strengthening their victim identification, referral and support systems.
Minister Metlege Diab to make an announcement regarding Francophone immigration in St. John’s
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in St. John’s to unveil innovative projects to strengthen Francophone immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador and other Francophone minority communities outside Quebec. Minister Metlege Diab will be joined by the Honourable Lin Paddock, Minister of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development for Newfoundland and Labrador. A media availability will follow.
Call for proposals to fund projects supporting Digital Investigations and Standardisation
The European Commission published a call for proposals under the Internal Security Fund (ISF) to co-fund projects supporting Digital Investigations and Standardisation. This call has a budget of EUR 6.5 million. The application deadline is 15 December 2026.
EUAA mid-year review shows continued reduction in asylum applications across EU+ countries
The EUAA has published its mid-year review of the Latest Asylum Trends, showing that asylum applications continued to fall in the first half of 2026 across EU+ countries, who received around 332,000 applications for international protection - 17% fewer than in the same period in 2025.
Calls for proposals to strengthen migration partnerships, border management and internal security
The Migration Partnership Facility (MPF), programme financed by the European Commission, launched three calls for proposals. It opens new funding opportunities for cooperation between EU Member States and priority partner countries in three areas of migration management.
EU-funded project The Gaming Police strengthens child safety online
The EU-funded project The Gaming Police brings Finnish police into digital spaces, reaching vulnerable young people through the gaming communities they already use and trust. It focuses on preventing sexual violence, cybercrime, and radicalisation that can lead to violence and extremism.
State of the Union: President von der Leyen calls for a common European response on borders, migration and security
On 16 September 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the European Union speech, calling for a common European response on borders, migration and security and announcing new measures on migration and security, as well as stronger support for Ukraine.
Commission presents the assessment on the application of the new asylum responsibility rules
The Commission adopted a first assessment on the current application of the new responsibility rules under the Pact on Migration and Asylum. It covers the first three weeks since the Pact entered into application (12 June 2026).
Strengthening the EU’s future disaster resilience
The Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), with the support of DG HOME, published a new report on Strengthening the European Union’s Future Disaster Resilience. Looking ahead to 2040, the study explores how the EU can better prepare for future disasters in an increasingly complex risk landscape.
DIREKTION Awards 2026: Ten EU-funded innovations leverage AI, robotics and advanced sensor systems to drive modern security and disaster resilience
The European disaster resilience community came together to celebrate innovation at the DIREKTION Awards. From 47 applications across Europe, 10 projects harnessing AI, robotics and advanced sensor systems were selected for the 2026 DIREKTION Award, for improving security and disaster resilience.
CERIS Disaster Resilience Days: turning research and innovation results into operational capabilities
The CERIS Disaster Resilience Days brought together practitioners, policymakers, researchers, innovators and industry representatives to exchange views, identify capability needs and explore how promising solutions can move closer to operational use, strengthening Europe's resilience to disasters
The Entry Exit System is fully operational since 10 April 2026. Who is exempt?
While the EES will record millions of non-EU travellers, certain categories are not recorded in the system. Border checks for travellers from these categories remain as usual - they need to show the ID or passport together with their long stay visa or residence permit. Check who is exempt.
EES prevents people with fake identities from entering the EU
The EES helps border officers and law enforcement authorities to spot security risks and support the fight against serious crimes and terrorism. One of the examples is the case from February 2026, when the system was able to reveal the man who wasn’t who he claimed to be.
European Commission launches Security Research and Innovation Campus
The Campus is a key element of the ProtectEU Internal Security Strategy, and it will help the EU and Member States respond to a rapidly evolving security environment and hybrid threats.
The Government of Canada extends the federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuels for Canadians
The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
Minister Metlege Diab highlights the extension of federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuels for Canadians
The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
Minister Metlege Diab to highlight the extension of the federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuels for Canadians
Minister Metlege Diab to highlight the extension of federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuels for Canadians
New EMN Asylum and Migration Overview explores main asylum and migration developments of 2025
The European Migration Network has published the Asylum and Migration Overview (AMO) 2025, outlining the legal, policy and operational developments in asylum and migration across EMN Member and Observer Countries. Dive into the full overview and relevant statistics.
Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony - Thursday 17th and Friday 18th of September 2026
The next ceremonies are taking place on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th of September 2026 at the Convention Centre, Dublin. Please do not contact us in this regard as we are not in a position to confirm invitation at this stage. Invitations will issue in due course. Candidates will be required to produce identity [...] The post Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony - Thursday 17th and Friday 18th of September 2026 appeared first on Immigration Service Delivery.
Asylum appeals target launched for faster removals
Individuals with no right to be in the UK will be deported faster as new 24-week target on asylum appeal decisions comes into force.
Important Security Update: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) added to the ISD Customer Service Portal
To enhance the security of the Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) Customer Service Portal, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is now required for all users. When signing in, you must use an authenticator app, such as Microsoft Authenticator or Google Authenticator, to verify your identity. This additional security measure helps protect your personal information and reduces the [...] The post Important Security Update: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) added to the ISD Customer Service Portal appeared first on Immigration Service Delivery.
Portugal sees developments in migrant integration initiatives, policies and research
Portugal’s Council of Ministers published Resolution No. 53-A/2026 in the Diário da República, extending the validity of Temporary Protection Titles for displaced persons from Ukraine until 4 March 2027.
New migrant integration measures and statistics in Poland
A network of NGOs in Poland formally launched the Social Patronage Coalition, with the aim of promoting community sponsorship initiatives such as forms of support for the adaptation and integration of migrants provided by private individuals.
Migrant integration and employment developments in Latvia
The recently published study “Integration of international students and employment opportunities in Latvia” assesses how non-EU students integrate into Latvia’s labour market and what shapes their post-graduation retention.
Out now: Nineteenth Newsletter I Summer edition 2026
As we enter our summer pause following an exceptionally active first half of the year, this issue provides a broad overview of our key operational highlights and expert insights from across the European prevention landscape.
New EMN inform examines early integration of applicants for international protection
How do EMN Member and Observer Countries support the integration of applicants for international protection from the earliest stages of the asylum process? The latest EMN inform explores early integration measures, national approaches, good practices and common challenges.
Estonia sees research on integration and changes in migrant education and citizenship
The 2025 study Value spaces, identity, and use of local services among migrants in Tallinn, conducted by the Institute of Baltic Studies and commissioned by the Tallinn Migration Centre, examines how migrants experience life in Tallinn, adapt to daily life, and engage with public services.
New EMN-OECD joint study examines skills matching policies and instruments for third country nationals
A new EMN and OECD joint study examines how third-country nationals face skills mismatch in the labour market, and the range of measures adopted by EMN Member Countries to address them. Find out more.
UNODC and the EU warn of rising human trafficking for criminal activities in scam centres
Human trafficking for forced criminality is increasing across the world, with authorities raising particular concern about a rapidly growing form of exploitation: trafficking to commit cyber-enabled fraud and online scams.
Canada expands online passport renewal to all eligible adults (Toronto)
The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
Canada expands online passport renewal to all eligible adults
The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure, user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
Parliamentary Secretary Fragiskatos to make an announcement in Toronto
Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will be in Toronto to highlight an announcement regarding online passport renewals. The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. A media availability will follow.
New study on the collection of EU statistics on trafficking in human beings
The EU Anti-trafficking Hub has recently published a Study on the collection of EU statistics on trafficking in human beings, focusing on current challenges, good practices and opportunities to further strengthen data collection across the EU.
Minister Metlege Diab and Parliamentary Secretary Koutrakis to make an announcement in Vancouver
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside Annie Koutrakis, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs and Families, will make an announcement regarding online passport renewals. A media availability will follow.
International investigation supported by Europol and Eurojust dismantles online fraud criminal network
Thanks to the EU coordinated investigation by Europol and Eurojust, a very large criminal network of telephone fraud has been dismantled in Albania. The criminal network has operated several call centres in Tirana, Albania, and caused at least EUR 50 million in financial losses.
Minister Metlege Diab highlights Canada Child Benefit payments increasing in 2026-2027
The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.
Minister Metlege Diab to highlight the Canada Child Benefit’s more generous support for families
Minister Metlege Diab to highlight the Canada Child Benefit’s more generous support for families
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