CRS points for skill transferability
The five skill-transferability combinations in Express Entry, from education plus language to foreign work plus Canadian work, with every value and the 100-point cap.
Education + language
| Education | CLB 7+ in all four | CLB 9+ in all four |
|---|---|---|
| High school or less | 0 | 0 |
| Post-secondary of 1 year or more (incl. bachelor’s) | 13 | 25 |
| Two or more credentials (one 3+ years), master’s or PhD | 25 | 50 |
Education + Canadian work
| Education | 1 year in Canada | 2+ years in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| High school or less | 0 | 0 |
| Post-secondary of 1 year or more (incl. bachelor’s) | 13 | 25 |
| Two or more credentials (one 3+ years), master’s or PhD | 25 | 50 |
Foreign work + language
| Foreign work | CLB 7+ in all four | CLB 9+ in all four |
|---|---|---|
| None | 0 | 0 |
| 1 or 2 years | 13 | 25 |
| 3 years or more | 25 | 50 |
Foreign work + Canadian work
| Foreign work | 1 year in Canada | 2+ years in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| None | 0 | 0 |
| 1 or 2 years | 13 | 25 |
| 3 years or more | 25 | 50 |
Trade certificate + language
| Certificate of qualification | CLB 5+ in all four | CLB 7+ in all four |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 25 | 50 |
Common questions
- How do I get the full 100 skill-transferability points?
- For example: two or more credentials or a master’s with CLB 9+ in all four abilities (50), plus 3+ years of foreign work with CLB 9+ (50).
- Does foreign work count without Canadian work?
- Yes, through foreign work plus language. With CLB 9+ and 3+ years abroad that combination alone is worth 50 points.
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