Express Entry depuis le Vietnam

Overview for Vietnamese Applicants

Vietnam is a growing source country for Canadian immigration, with the Vietnamese Canadian community numbering over 240,000 people — one of the largest Southeast Asian communities in Canada. This well-established diaspora dates back to the 1970s and 1980s and provides a strong support network for new immigrants.

Vietnamese Express Entry applicants are increasingly young professionals from Vietnam's rapidly growing economy, with backgrounds in technology, engineering, manufacturing, and finance. Canada's quality of life, education system, and immigrant-friendly policies make it a top destination.

Critères d'admissibilité

Programme des travailleurs qualifiés (fédéral) (FSW)

Expérience professionnelle : One year of continuous full-time skilled work in the past 10 years
Compétences linguistiques : Minimum CLB 7 in English or French
Études : Post-secondary credential with an ECA
Grille de sélection : Minimum 67 out of 100

Catégorie de l'expérience canadienne (CEC)

Many Vietnamese nationals come to Canada as international students, then apply through CEC after gaining work experience through PGWPs. Vietnamese student enrollment in Canadian institutions has grown significantly.

Secteurs de force

Technology: Software development, IT outsourcing (Vietnam's tech sector is booming)
Engineering: Manufacturing, electronics, mechanical engineering
Accounting and finance: Banking, auditing
Healthcare: Nursing, pharmacy
Études : Teaching, academic research

Tests linguistiques disponibles in Vietnam

IELTS (General Training)

IELTS is widely available in Vietnam:

Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC): Multiple centres
Hanoi: Several testing locations
Da Nang: Test centres available
Can Tho, Hai Phong, Nha Trang: Periodic sessions

English education has grown substantially in Vietnam, but many applicants still need focused IELTS preparation, particularly for writing and speaking.

PTE Core

PTE Core centres are available in HCMC and Hanoi.

Tests de français

Vietnam has historical ties to the French language through its colonial past. Alliance Francaise centres in HCMC, Hanoi, and other cities offer TEF and TCF. Some older Vietnamese applicants may already have French ability, and the Francophonie connection means French resources are more accessible than in many Asian countries.

Évaluation des diplômes d'études (EDE)

Vietnamese Education System

Four-year bachelor's degrees (Cu nhan) from recognized universities: Generally assessed as equivalent to Canadian bachelor's degrees
Master's degrees (Thac si): Assessed at Canadian master's level
Three-year college diplomas: Assessed below bachelor's level

Processus d'EDE

WES: Requires transcripts and degree certificates sent from your Vietnamese institution. Documents in Vietnamese need certified English translation.
IQAS: Also accepts Vietnamese credentials

Degrees from institutions recognized by Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) are generally accepted.

Documents spécifiques Vietnam

Certificat de police

Vietnamese applicants need a Judicial Record Certificate (Phieu ly lich tu phap):

Apply at the Department of Justice in the province where you are registered
Submit: National ID, household registration book, passport, and application
Processing: Typically 10 to 15 working days
For Vietnamese abroad: Apply through the Vietnamese embassy or consulate

Examen médical

IRCC panel physicians in Vietnam:

Ho Chi Minh City: Several designated clinics
Hanoi: Panel physicians available

Documents supplémentaires

Birth certificate: Certified copy from the local People's Committee
Marriage certificate: If applicable
Household registration book (So ho khau): May be needed for other document retrieval
Employment reference letters: Translated into English with duties and dates
Military service documents: If applicable for male applicants

Conseils pour le score CRS des candidats Vietnamese Applicants

Profil CRS typique

Age: 26-33 years
Education: Bachelor's degree
Work experience: 3-5 years in tech or engineering
IELTS: 6.0-7.0 overall
CRS score: 410-450 (single applicant)

Comment améliorer votre score CRS

Invest heavily in English preparation: Language scores are usually the most impactful area for improvement for Vietnamese applicants.
Leverage French connection: Vietnam's francophone heritage means French learning resources are accessible. French proficiency adds CRS points and eligibility for francophone draws.
Provincial Nominee Program: Atlantic provinces, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan offer PNP pathways welcoming Vietnamese applicants.
Canadian education: The study-to-PR pathway (Canadian degree followed by PGWP and CEC) is popular and effective.
Master's degree: Upgrading education level adds meaningful CRS points.

Établissement au Canada

Vietnamese Communities Across Canada

Toronto and GTA (Ontario): Established Vietnamese community, particularly in the Jane and Finch area and along Spadina Avenue
Vancouver (BC): Large Vietnamese community in East Vancouver and surrounding suburbs
Montreal (Quebec): Historic Vietnamese community, one of the oldest in Canada
Calgary and Edmonton (Alberta): Growing communities with Vietnamese restaurants and cultural centres
Ottawa (Ontario): Vietnamese community with cultural organizations

Organisations culturelles

Vietnamese Canadian Federation: National organization
Vietnamese community associations: In every major Canadian city
Buddhist temples and Catholic churches: Community gathering points
Vietnamese language schools: For children of immigrants
Tet (Lunar New Year) celebrations: Major community events across Canada
Settlement agencies: With Vietnamese-language services in Toronto and Vancouver

Express Entry depuis le Vietnam : Guide complet pour les candidats vietnamiens