Processing federal skilled trades class e-applications received on or after January 1, 2015

This section describes how to process electronic applications for permanent residence (e-APR) submitted by federal skilled trades class (FSTC) applicants who were invited to apply through Express Entry.

FSTC e-APR are subject to the Express Entry six-month processing standard (80% of applications in six months or less).

Express Entry

• Express Entry overview
• Creating an Express Entry profile and requirements for entering the pool
• Comprehensive Ranking System
• Invitation to apply

Intake

• Electronic application for permanent residence
• Completeness check

Processing

• Assessing an e-application on A11.2
• Assessing the application against selection criteria
• Determining membership in the class
• Admissibility and final decision