CRS calculator
What is a CRS score?
CRS is a points based system that is used to assess candidates in the Express Entry pool. CRS stands for Comprehensive Ranking System. Your CRS score is made up of several factors including your job skills, educational attainment level, language ability, age and existing links to Canada.
Anyone wishing to enter Canada through the Express Entry program for skilled workers will first want to calculate their CRS score which will determine whether they’re eligible for applying. Those applicants who score most highly on this points based measure may then be invited to apply for permanent residence in Canada - known as getting an invitation to apply (ITA).
The CRS score is made up out of a possible total of 1200 points, with a benchmark for ITA offers adjusted on a regular basis. The Canadian government sets targets for the number of ITAs issued, which can mean the minimum score required changes over time to meet demand.
Calculate your score with the Express Entry calculator
If you’re planning to apply through the Express Entry program, you’ll want to know your CRS score. The easiest way is to use our CRS score calculator to see the number of points you’d be allocated. This gives an idea of where you fall in line with current benchmarks, and shows where you may be able to improve your score in future.
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CRS score calculator.
Use the CRS score calculator tool to estimate your CRS point score, by answering a few simple questions.
This tool is for you if:
- You know you’re eligible for at least 1 Express Entry program.
- You want to model your CRS score in advance of applying.
- You haven’t filled out an Express Entry profile yet but you would like to see what your CRS score would be.
or
- You’ve been invited to apply for permanent residence, and want to see if a change to your profile may affect your CRS score.
Model your CRS score and check it is above the current minimum points score of your round of invitations to eventually receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence.
This calculator is intended only as a guide and is created using information available on the Government of Canada website. Seek professional advice of a qualified Canadian immigration lawyer if you want to learn more.
How does the CRS calculator help you?
The CRS system is used for the 3 economic immigration programs managed by the Canadian Federal Government. Together these 3 programs are known as the Express Entry System.
Your first step to applying on the Express Entry program for Canada is to check you’re eligible for one of the following:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Use the CRS calculator to estimate your CRS points, and determine if you’d be likely to get an invitation to apply for residence in Canada under the scheme you’ve chosen.
How to calculate the CRS score for Express Entry candidates?
How to calculate the CRS score for Express Entry candidates?
| A. Core/Human Capital Factors | ||
|---|---|---|
Factors | Points Per Factor - With a Spouse or Common-Law Partner | Points per Factor - Without a Spouse or Common-Law Partner |
Age | 100 | 110 |
Level of education | 140 | 150 |
Official languages proficiency | 150 | 160 |
Canadian work experience | 70 | 80 |
| B. Spouse or Common-Law Partner Factors | |
|---|---|
Factors | Points Per Factor (Maximum 40 points) |
Level of education | 10 |
Official language proficiency | 20 |
Canadian Work Experience | 10 |
| C. Skill Transfer Ability Factors | |
|---|---|
Education | Points Per Factor (Maximum 50 points) |
With good/strong official languages proficiency and a post-secondary degree | 50 |
With Canadian work experience and a post-secondary degree | 50 |
Foreign Work Experience | Points Per Factor (Maximum 50 points) |
With good/strong official languages proficiency (Canadian Language Benchmark [CLB] level 7 or higher) and foreign work experience | 50 |
With Canadian work experience and foreign work experience | 50 |
Certificate of qualification (for people in trade occupations) | Certificate of qualification (for people in trade occupations) |
With good/strong official languages proficiency and a certificate of qualification | 50 |
| D. Additional Points | |
|---|---|
Factors | Maximum points per factor |
Brother or sister living in Canada (citizen or permanent resident) | 15 |
French language skills | 50 |
Post-secondary education in Canada | 30 |
Arranged employment | 200 |
PN nomination | 600 |
FAQ about CRS score.
