Migration and Recruitment

Canadian Permanent Residency

Francophone Express Entry

Canada is committed to increasing Francophone immigration outside Quebec. If you speak French, you have a unique advantage through category-based Express Entry draws.

Immigrate to Canada as a French Speaker

Why Choose the Francophone Express Entry Category?

Canada is committed to increasing Francophone immigration outside Quebec. If you speak French, you have a unique advantage through category-based Express Entry draws. These draws prioritize French-speaking candidates, often with lower CRS cut-offs compared to general draws.

What Is the Francophone Express Entry Category?

The Francophone category is part of Canada’s Express Entry system, which manages applications for permanent residence under:

  • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)
  • Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
  • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FST)

Through this category, French-speaking candidates receive priority invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Francophone category, you must:

  • Score NCLC 7 or higher in all four French language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking).
  • Meet the eligibility criteria for one of the Express Entry programs (FSW, CEC, or FST).
  • Intend to live outside Quebec.

Tip: English is not mandatory, but strong English scores can boost your CRS points.

Benefits of Applying as a French Speaker

  • Lower CRS Cut-Offs: Recent draws for French speakers have been as low as 379 points.
  • More Invitations: In 2024, over 50% of category-based ITAs were issued to French-speaking candidates.
  • Faster Pathway to PR: Category-based draws happen regularly, increasing your chances of selection.
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