Author:Express Entry Update: Job Offer Points Removed from CRS
As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made a significant change to the Express Entry system by removing job offer points from the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). This update affects all current and future candidates in the Express Entry pool and applies to job offers in all categories, including:
- Senior management positions (Major Group 00 of the National Occupational Classification – NOC), which previously received 200 points.
- Any other skilled occupations, which previously received 50 points.
What This Means for Express Entry Candidates
If you are in the Express Entry pool and had previously received points for a job offer, your CRS score will be adjusted accordingly. IRCC advises that it may take a few days for these changes to be reflected in your profile, and you should only contact them if the issue persists for more than a week.
What Hasn’t Changed
While job offers will no longer contribute to your CRS score, they remain an essential factor for eligibility under certain immigration programs. If a valid job offer is required for your immigration pathway, this requirement still applies, including:
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Certain streams under Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Candidates should continue to include job offer details in their Express Entry profiles to maintain eligibility under these programs.
Updating Your Express Entry Profile with a Job Offer
If you receive a new job offer, you must update your Express Entry profile in your IRCC secure account with the following details:
- Start date
- Employer name and address
- Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) number (if applicable)
- NOC code related to the job
For a job offer to be valid under Express Entry, it must:
- Be recent and in writing
- Not be from an embassy, high commission, or consulate in Canada
- Clearly outline job details, including pay, deductions, duties, and conditions of employment
A work permit alone does not qualify as a job offer, even if it is an open work permit.
Special Considerations for Physicians
A temporary public policy remains in place for foreign national physicians who:
- Were invited to apply for permanent residence through Express Entry on or after April 25, 2023, and submitted an application
- Have a job offer to provide publicly funded medical services in Canada
Under this policy, physicians can still earn points for arranged employment under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) selection factors, even if their job offer is not continuous or does not extend at least one year beyond the issuance of their permanent resident visa.
Key Takeaways
- Express Entry candidates will no longer receive CRS points for job offers, effective March 25, 2025.
- A job offer remains an eligibility requirement for certain immigration programs like FSTP, FSWP, and PNPs.
- Candidates should update their Express Entry profiles with new job offers to ensure eligibility.
- Special provisions still apply to physicians under the temporary public policy.
For more information or assistance with your Express Entry application, contact our team at Doherty Fultz Immigration. We’re here to guide you through the latest changes and help you maximize your chances of success in Canada’s immigration system.
