Age related question

Do I stand less chance of getting Canadian permanent residence as I get older?

The short answer to this question is yes, particularly if you are applying under the economic class.

The Canada Express Entry System includes Comprehensive Ranking System points for age as one of the core factors determining the long-term success of an immigrant.

The highest-scoring age range is 20-29, worth 110 points. As you get older, the points available drop. If you are 45 or older, there are no points available for age.

However, that does not mean you should give up. Even with zero points for age, there are still plenty available for other core factors, such as education, language and work experience. Plus, a provincial nomination secures 600 points by itself and effectively guarantees an Invitation to Apply in the next Express Entry draw.

Meanwhile, under family class immigration, age becomes less of a factor.

Express Entry CRS Points Available Based on Age

Age           With spouse          Single 17               0               0 18               90               99 19               95               105 20-29           100               110 30               95               105 31               90               99 32               85               94 33               80               88 34               75               83 35               70               77 36               65               72 37               60               66 38               55               61 39               50               55 40               45               50 41               35               39 42               25               28 43               17               17 44               5               6 45 or older      0               0

The CRS Points Allocation System

Candidates can typically score a maximum of 1,200 points in the CRS. The criteria for allocation of points:

• Awards 460 – 500 points for a core set of human capital factors that drive economic outcomes such as:
• Age
• Level of education
• Official language proficiency
• Canadian work experience
• Awards 40 points for spousal factors
• Awards 100 points for a set of skills transferability or interaction factors that amplify the core set and,
• Awards 600 points for candidates who have a validated provincial or territorial nomination and / or a qualifying offer of arranged employment

You should also read:
Express Entry: How Does Age Affect My Canada Immigration Application?
Comprehensive Ranking System – Points Grid
Boosting Your Score Under The Canada Express Entry Immigration System (Video)