1. A Valid Job Offer

A job offer from a Canadian employer can benefit low-scoring candidates with between 50 and 200 points. The candidates having a valid job offer must ensure that it is a full-time job, have at least 1-year duration and must be for NOC level 0, A or B. Apart from that, your employer needs to support you with a positive LMIA.

2. Study Permit to PR

Study Permit to Permanent Residence pathway is recommended for candidates with CRS scores lower than 500. You can work as an international student and gain relevant experience to apply for Express Entry inside Canada.

3. Visitor Visa to Work Permit

You can also come to Canada on a visitor visa and apply for jobs during your stay. If you get success, you may obtain a work permit from a Canadian employer and obtain 1 year of work experience required to apply for Express Entry.

4. PNP Immigration

The candidates getting invitations in the latest Express Entry draws are in the 600-1200 range. Most of these candidates have opted for PNP-based Express Entry pathways. This is because Provincial Nominee Programs can add up to 600 points to the base score.

5. French Language

Most of the Canadian provinces favour French-speaking individuals. Eventually, cut-off scores will come down, at that time you can take advantage of the extra CRS points you have obtained through French Language proficiency.

6. Bill C-19

There is a likelihood that many applicants will be able to receive an invitation thanks to the introduction of C-19, regardless of their CRS Scores. So, if you have CRS Score below 500, it is ideal to wait for these occupation-specific draws with individual cut-off scores just like a PNP.