Canadian Experience Class (CEC) – Beginner’s Guide You should read this if: You are currently has any work permit issued by IRCC (not co-op or self-employed) You currently have a Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) You are currently studying in a Canadian university or college You want to know what’s the best way to apply for PR for international students There are many ways to apply for permanent residency in Canada, one of the most common streams that offers a great chance of success is the Canadian Experience Class. Requirements: In order to apply for Express Entry, you need to meet the requirement for CEC first and then you will be allowed to create an account on Express Entry. To qualify for the CEC you must have: Work Requirements: 12 months of Canadian work experience in 0, A or B category jobs according to the Canadian National Occupation Classification (NOC). (Most applicants need to study in Canada in order to obtain a Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP), therefore studying in Canada is the fastest way for international students to apply for PR. English Requirements: Applicant needs to achieve a score of at least 5.5 in each band (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing) for IELTS General. The test result must not be older than 2 years on the day you apply for PR otherwise you must retake the test. Study Requirements: At least 12 months of skilled work experience in Canada, in the last three years (before you apply). The work was: full-time OR an equal amount in part-time gained your work experience in Canada with the proper authorization meet the required language levels needed for your job for each language ability  writing  reading listening speaking planned to live outside the province of Quebec *Self-employment and work experience gained while you were a full-time student (such as on a co-op work term) doesn’t count under this program. Note: The province of Quebec does not use Express Entry. They select their own skilled workers. See Quebec-selected skilled workers to find out more.       (Applicant who has degree back home + work experience + 2 years college) Anna came from Beijing, China. She holds a degree in business and she is single. Upon receiving her 2 year Diploma from Seneca College, she obtained a 3 year work permit. Since then she has worked in a bakery shop as a baker for 2 years.