How does the candidate qualify as skilled worker under the General Category?

In order to be eligible under this category, the candidate must:

1. Have at least two years (24 months) of paid and verifiable work experience, either in Canada or abroad, within the previous five years in their intended occupation OR have the appropriate registration in Ontario, if applying for a position in a regulated occupation in the province;
2. Have a permanent, full-time job offer in a skilled occupation (NOC levels 0, A, or B) from the employer that is also submitting an application; and
3. Be residing abroad OR residing, working, or visiting Canada on a valid work permit, study permit or visitor record.