Express Entry from Peru

Overview for Peruvian Applicants

Peru is a growing source country for Canadian immigration in South America. The Peruvian Canadian community is concentrated in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Peruvian professionals in mining engineering, technology, business, and healthcare find strong alignment with Canadian labor market needs.

Canada-Peru economic ties have strengthened through a free trade agreement, increasing professional connections between the two countries. Peru's mining sector expertise is particularly valued in Canadian provinces with strong resource economies.

Eligibility Requirements

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)

• Work experience: One year of continuous full-time skilled work in the past 10 years
• Language ability: Minimum CLB 7 in English or French
• Education: Post-secondary credential with an ECA
• Selection grid: Minimum 67 out of 100

Sector Strengths

• Mining engineering: Peru's mining sector is world-class; Canadian mining companies operate extensively in Peru
• Technology: Software development, IT services
• Business: International trade, supply chain management
• Healthcare: Medicine, nursing
• Gastronomy: Culinary management (Peru's food industry is globally recognized)

Language Tests Available in Peru

IELTS (General Training)

• Lima: Multiple centres
• Arequipa, Cusco, Trujillo: Periodic sessions

French Language Tests (TEF/TCF)

Alliance Francaise Peru has centres in Lima, Arequipa, Trujillo, Cusco, and other cities. Spanish speakers learn French efficiently.

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

Peruvian Education System

• Bachiller (5 years): Assessed as equivalent to Canadian bachelor's degree
• Titulo Profesional: Professional degree, assessed at bachelor's level
• Maestria: Assessed at Canadian master's level
• Doctorado: Assessed at doctoral level

Degrees from universities licensed by SUNEDU (Superintendencia Nacional de Educacion Superior Universitaria) are recognized.

Documents Specific to Peru

Police Clearance Certificate

• Certificado de Antecedentes Penales: Apply through the Poder Judicial or online portal
• Certificado de Antecedentes Policiales: From the PNP (Policia Nacional del Peru)
• Processing: Usually available within 1 to 3 days

Medical Examination

IRCC panel physicians in Peru:

• Lima: Designated clinics available

Additional Documents

• DNI: National identity document
• Partida de nacimiento: Birth certificate
• Employment reference letters: Translated into English

CRS Score Tips for Peruvian Applicants

1. Learn French: Highly effective for Spanish speakers. Alliance Francaise Peru is widespread.
2. Maximize English scores: Focus on IELTS preparation.
3. Mining expertise: Strong mining experience is valued, particularly in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario.
4. Provincial Nominee Program: Various provinces welcome Peruvian applicants.
5. Master's degree: Adds significant CRS points.

Settlement in Canada

Peruvian Communities Across Canada

• Toronto (Ontario): Largest Peruvian community
• Montreal (Quebec): Peruvian community in the Latin American neighborhood
• Vancouver (BC): Growing community
• Calgary (Alberta): Peruvian professionals in the energy sector

Cultural Organizations

• Peruvian Canadian associations: In Toronto and Montreal
• Latin American community centres: Settlement services in Spanish
• Peruvian cultural events: Independence Day, food festivals featuring Peruvian cuisine

Key Resources

• Express Entry overview — IRCC
• Canadian Embassy in Peru
• WES — World Education Services
• IELTS — Book a test