Express Entry · Federal Skilled Worker Program

FSW 67 Points Calculator: Are You Eligible for Express Entry?

Score yourself on the six Federal Skilled Worker selection factors and see whether you reach IRCC's pass mark of 67 out of 100.

IRCC's six selection factors
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About you

Age on the day IRCC receives your application

Highest level of education

Education from outside Canada needs an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).

My spouse or common-law partner is coming with me to CanadaShows the spouse adaptability questions. Spouse details don't change your other points under FSW.

Language tests

First official language test

FSW requires CLB 7 or higher in all four abilities.

Test in your second official language (optional)

Work experience

Years of skilled work experience in the last 10 years

Paid, full-time (or the same amount part-time) work in a TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 job. You need at least 1 year of continuous work in one occupation to be eligible.

I have a valid job offer that counts as arranged employmentFull-time, non-seasonal, at least 1 year, TEER 0–3, and meeting IRCC's arranged employment conditions. IRCC is changing job offer rules from 3 November 2026; check IRCC's job offer page.

Adaptability (up to 10 points)

I have worked full-time in Canada for at least 1 year in a TEER 0–3 job, with a work permit10 points I studied full-time in Canada for at least 2 academic years5 points I or my spouse have a relative in Canada aged 18+ who is a citizen or permanent residentParent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister, aunt or uncle, niece or nephew. 5 points. My spouse has CLB 4 or higher in all four abilities, in English or French5 points My spouse studied full-time in Canada for at least 2 academic years5 points My spouse has worked full-time in Canada for at least 1 year with a work permit5 points

A valid job offer also adds 5 adaptability points. The total for this section is capped at 10.

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The six FSW selection factors

Factor	Maximum points	How points are given
Language	28	First official language: 6 points per ability at CLB 9+, 5 at CLB 8, 4 at CLB 7 (CLB 7 is the minimum). Second official language: 4 points for CLB 5+ in all four abilities.
Education	25	25 doctorate, 23 master's or professional degree, 22 two or more credentials (one 3+ years), 21 three-year+ credential, 19 two-year, 15 one-year, 5 secondary school.
Work experience	15	9 for 1 year, 11 for 2–3 years, 13 for 4–5 years, 15 for 6 years or more, in the last 10 years.
Age	12	12 points from 18 to 35, then one point less for each year until 0 at 47.
Arranged employment	10	A valid job offer that meets IRCC's conditions.
Adaptability	10	Canadian work (10), Canadian study (5), a relative in Canada (5), job offer (5), and your spouse's language, study or work (5 each). Capped at 10.
Total	100	Pass mark: 67

Source: IRCC, Six selection factors – Federal Skilled Worker Program and IRCC's education points guidance.

Minimum requirements besides the points

Even with 67 points, you also need all of these to apply as a Federal Skilled Worker:

Language: CLB 7 or higher in all four abilities, from a test taken in the last two years.
Work experience: at least 1 year of continuous, paid, full-time (or equal part-time) work in one TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 occupation in the last 10 years.
Education: a Canadian credential, or a foreign one with an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
Proof of funds, unless you're authorized to work in Canada and have a valid job offer.

How to add points

Language gives the most room. Moving from CLB 7 to CLB 9 in all four abilities adds 8 points, and a second official language at CLB 5 adds 4 more.
Age points start falling at 36, one point per year. If you're close to the pass mark, applying sooner can matter.
Adaptability is easy to miss. A relative in Canada, past study in Canada or your spouse's language test can each add 5 points, up to 10 in total.

The "What would add points" box in the calculator tries these changes on your own answers.

After you pass: your CRS score

Passing the 67-point test only gets you into the Express Entry pool. Invitations go to the highest CRS scores. Use the button in the calculator to carry your answers into the CRS score calculator, then compare your score with recent Express Entry draws.

Frequently asked questions

What is the 67-point rule?

To apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, you need at least 67 out of 100 points on six selection factors - language, education, work experience, age, arranged employment and adaptability. It's an eligibility test. If you pass it, you can enter the Express Entry pool, where you are then ranked by your CRS score.

Is the FSW 67-point score the same as the CRS score?

No. The 67-point grid only decides whether you can enter the Express Entry pool as a Federal Skilled Worker. The CRS score, out of 1,200, decides your rank in the pool and whether you are invited to apply. You need both.

Do I need 67 points if I apply through the Canadian Experience Class?

No. The 67-point grid applies only to the Federal Skilled Worker Program. The Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program have their own requirements.

What is the minimum language score for FSW?

CLB 7 in all four abilities - speaking, listening, reading and writing - in your first official language. Below CLB 7 in any ability, you can't apply under FSW, whatever your total points.

Does a job offer count?

A valid job offer that meets IRCC's arranged employment conditions adds 10 points, plus 5 adaptability points. IRCC is changing job offer rules from 3 November 2026, so check IRCC's job offer page before you count it.

Do I also need proof of funds?

Usually yes. Federal Skilled Worker applicants must show they have enough money to settle in Canada, unless they are authorized to work in Canada and have a valid job offer. IRCC publishes the required amounts by family size.