Canada Express Entry Points Calculator
Canada 67 Points — Federal Skilled Worker Program
Assess your eligibility under the FSWP across six factors. Score at least 67 points to qualify for Express Entry as a Federal Skilled Worker.
Overview of the 67 Points System
The 67 point system is a grid-based assessment used exclusively for initial eligibility under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). Candidates must score a minimum of 67 out of 100 points based on age, education, work experience, arranged employment, language skills, and adaptability.
Points Allocation Breakdown
- Age: Maximum 12 points
- Education: Maximum 25 points
- Language Skills: Maximum 28 points
- Work Experience: Maximum 15 points
- Arranged Employment: Maximum 10 points
- Adaptability: Maximum 10 points
1. Age
| Age Range | Points |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0 |
| 18–35 | 12 |
| 36 | 11 |
| 37 | 10 |
| 38 | 9 |
| 39 | 8 |
| 40 | 7 |
| 41 | 6 |
| 42 | 5 |
| 43 | 4 |
| 44 | 3 |
| 45 | 2 |
| 46 | 1 |
| 47+ | 0 |
2. Education
- PhD: 25 points
- Master’s or entry-to-practice professional degree: 23 points
- Two or more post-secondary credentials (one 3+ years): 22 points
- Three-year degree/diploma: 21 points
- Two-year degree/diploma: 19 points
- One-year degree/diploma: 15 points
- High school: 5 points
3. Language Skills
- First official language: Max 24 points (6 per skill for CLB 9+, 5 per skill for CLB 8, 4 per skill for CLB 7)
- Second official language: Max 4 points (CLB 5+ in all four abilities)
4. Work Experience
| Years of Experience | Points |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9 |
| 2–3 | 11 |
| 4–5 | 13 |
| 6+ | 15 |
5. Arranged Employment
- Valid full-time job offer in Canada: 10 points
6. Adaptability
- Spouse’s/partner’s language (CLB 4+): 5 points
- Past study/work in Canada: up to 5–10 points
- Relatives in Canada: 5 points
- Maximum total for adaptability: 10 points
Calculation Example
Example: 30-year-old (12), Master’s (23), CLB 9 English (24), 4 years’ experience (13), valid job offer (10), spouse CLB 5 (5) = 87 points. Eligible for FSWP.
Importance of the Result
- Scoring 67+ makes you eligible to enter the Express Entry pool as a Federal Skilled Worker.
- Higher scores increase competitiveness but do not guarantee selection; other requirements apply.
Conclusion
Use the calculator above to assess your score across six core categories and confirm eligibility under the FSWP before proceeding with Express Entry.
Canada PR 67 Points Calculator FAQs
The 67 Points Calculator is a tool that helps applicants check their eligibility for permanent residency under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). You need at least 67 points to qualify for Express Entry.
Points are awarded based on six selection factors: age, education, language skills, work experience, arranged employment, and adaptability. Each factor contributes to your total out of 100 points.
You must score at least 67 points out of 100 to be eligible for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and enter the Express Entry pool.
Improve your score by achieving higher language test results (IELTS or CELPIP), gaining more skilled work experience, pursuing higher education, or securing a valid Canadian job offer.