Commonly requested documents
- Passport (biographic page)< 4 MB
- Language test results (IELTS/CELPIP/PTE)< 4 MB
- Educational credential assessment (ECA)< 4 MB
- Proof of funds, bank statements, merged< 4 MB, one file
- Provincial nomination certificate (if applicable)< 4 MB
- Job offer / LMIA documents (if applicable)< 4 MB
- Police certificates< 4 MB
- Digital photo35×45 mm
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Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need for an Express Entry profile?
A valid passport, language test results, and usually an educational credential assessment (ECA) to enter the pool, with proof of funds, police certificates, and photos following at the e-APR stage.
How should Express Entry proof of funds be formatted?
As one merged PDF per institution, statements in date order showing a consistent balance, under 4 MB, ideally with a cover sheet listing what's inside.
Do documents expire while I'm in the pool?
They can, language results and passports have validity requirements at invitation time, so check dates before you submit your profile.
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