If you’re preparing your Express Entry application, you might be wondering, What does the Immigration Medical Exam for Express Entry applicants include? This mandatory step helps IRCC ensure that incoming residents do not pose a health risk to Canadians. The exam also determines if any condition might cause excessive demand on Canada’s healthcare system. Overview...
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IRCC Ends Facilitation Period for Express Entry Applicants Without Medical Exams
As of October 21, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially ended the facilitation period that allowed Express Entry applicants to submit their permanent residence (PR) applications without an upfront Immigration Medical Examination (IME). Under the new completeness check standards, any Express Entry application missing a valid IME will now be returned or...
IRCC Updated the Minimum Proof of Funds Required For Express Entry Applicants under FSW and FST Programs
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its annual update to the minimum proof of funds required for express entry applicants under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Federal Skilled Trades (FST) programs. These changes, effective from July 7, 2025, directly impact Express Entry 2025 candidates who must now meet revised financial thresholds to...


