Main differences –
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Canada |
Australia |
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Apply to |
Programs under Express Entry system – · Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) · Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) · Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
Points-tested visas – · Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) · Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) · Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) · Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) · Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) |
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Factors assessed |
Six selection factors (in order of maximum points allotted, from most to least) – (1) language skills (max 28 points), (2) education (max 25 points), (3) work experience (max 15 points), (4) age (max 12 points), (5) arranged employment (max 10 points), and (6) adaptability (max 10 points). |
Factors assessed – age, English language skills, skilled work experience (in Australia and overseas), educational qualifications, specialist education qualification, Australian study requirement, professional year in Australia, credentialled community language, study in regional Australia, and partner skills. Skills Assessment – by a relevant assessing authority (such as, VETASSESS, MedBA, TRA etc.) – might be required. Do keep in mind that the Department of Home Affairs of the Australian government will assess the points criteria at the time of the SkillSelect invitation. |
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Points needed |
67, as per Canada’s Skilled Immigration Points Calculator. |
65, as per Australia Skilled Immigration Points Calculator. |
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Upper age limit to apply |
No upper age limit |
45 years |
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What if I don’t score the required points for Express Entry or SkillSelect? |
You can’t create Express Entry profile if you don’t secure 67 points. |
You can create SkillSelect profile even if you don’t get 65 points. However, you will not be eligible for a SkillSelect invitation to apply if you score less than 65 points. |