Canada Visa Eligibility Checker

Canada's main pathways include Express Entry (CEC, FSW, FST), Provincial Nominee Programs, study and work permits, spousal/family sponsorship, and Quebec's separate stream. Most economic streams use a points-based ranking system.

The eligibility engine scores your profile against the published criteria for the most-applied-for Canada visa categories:

1. Purpose — work, study, family, visit, invest, or permanent residency.
2. Education — highest completed level, mapped to Canada-recognized credentials where applicable.
3. Job offer / sponsorship — whether a sponsoring Canada employer or licensed sponsor is in place.
4. Family ties — whether a qualifying Canada citizen or permanent resident can sponsor you.
5. Financial capacity — whether you can demonstrate the funds required for the visa class.

Each criterion is weighted by its importance for the specific visa, then totalled into a 0–100 match score.

This screening returns a probabilistic match — not a legal determination. Final Canada visa decisions are made by the IRCC (or a designated officer) based on the totality of your file, evidence, and any interview.

For prior visa denials, criminal history, immigration violations, or unusual circumstances, an online tool cannot substitute for a licensed Canada immigration attorney. Use this checker to map the landscape, then consult a professional for high-stakes decisions.