Expert: You have fluent command of the language, with full understanding and no difficulty with expression. Your use of terms is accurate and appropriate.

Very good: You handle complex arguments and scenarios well, with fully operational command. Unfamiliar situations may result in slight errors or misunderstandings.

Good: You can express yourself and control complex language with detailed reasoning, despite some occasional errors and misunderstandings.

Competent: Despite occasional misunderstandings and inappropriate usage, you have an effective grasp of expressing yourself and understanding, particularly in more familiar scenarios.

Modest: Though you have only a partial command of the language, you can handle some more complex situations, though it is likely your expression will include errors.

Limited: Understanding and expression is difficult, and limited to familiar situations. Language use is limited, and you are not able to use complex language.

Some candidates for immigration to Canada have already taken a first step and submitted an Express Entry profile. Only candidates who are eligible for one of Canada's federal economic immigration programs are able to submit their profile into the Express Entry pool. Select 'yes' if you have submitted an Express Entry profile prior to completing this assessment form. Otherwise, select 'no'.

A Canadian employer has provided you with a written job offer and is interested in hiring you now, or once you become a Permanent Resident. With a genuine Canadian job offer, you may be qualified for certain fast-track Canadian immigration programs.

A family member is someone who is related to you or your spouse/common-law partner. With family and/or friends in Canada, you may qualify for certain fast-track Canadian immigration programs.
NOTE: Certain provinces allow step (e.g. step-brother) and in-law (e.g. sister-in-law) relationship for purpose of family sponsorship. If your family member has such a relationship, please provide complete information in the Questions and Comments section below.