Get a Canadian Permanent Residency with the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

Since 2013, the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) has been a vital immigration route for skilled trades professionals aiming to live and work in Canada. FSTP is designed for skilled trades workers to address TH Canada's need and to streamline the immigration process under the Express Entry System.

Why Choose the FSTP?

  • Quick Processing: Permanent residency is often granted within six months.

  • Lower CRS Requirements: In comparison to the other programs, it holds less emphasis on educational qualifications.

  • Improved Opportunities: adding 600 CRS points to your profile, making it easy to be eligible underdraw.

Federal Skilled Trades Program Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the FSTP, you need:

  1. Job Offer or Certification: A valid job offer from up to two Canadian employers for at least one year, or a certificate of qualification from a provincial authority.

  2. Language Proficiency: CLB 5 in speaking and listening, CLB 4 in reading and writing.

  3. Work Experience: Two years of full-time skilled trade experience within the last five years.

  4. Skills Demonstration: Show you can perform the essential duties of your trade.

Eligible Trades Include:

  • Electrical, Industrial, and Construction Trades (NOC 72)

  • Equipment Operation Trades (NOC 73)

  • Technical Jobs in Natural Resources (NOC 82)

  • Supervisors and Central Control Operators (NOC 92)

  • Chefs, Cooks, Butchers, and Bakers (NOC 632 and 633)

How to Apply

  1. Check Eligibility: Use the CWC Immigration free tool.

  2. Language Testing: Complete an IRCC-recognized language test.

  3. Create Your Profile: Submit your Express Entry profile online.

  4. Follow Draws: Track Express Entry draws for an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

  5. Submit Application: If invited, submit your application within the deadline.

About Canada Visa and CWC Immigration Law

Once you check your eligibility with the help of our online portal for the FSTP or other immigration programs. We, at CWC Immigration Solutions, are here to guide you through every step of the process.