Qualifying vs Genuine Job Offer: Express Entry 2026
Qualifying Job offer vs Genuine job offer Understanding Canada's New Express Entry Rules Canada's Express Entry system has changed how it assesses job offers. Effective November 3, 2026, applicants no longer need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for a qualifying job offer to be considered for applicable program eligibility or new CRS points.At first glance, this may appear to make it easier for applicants to benefit from a Canadian job offer.However, one important distinction remains: a job offer must meet the prescribed requirements, and an immigration officer must also be satisfied that the offer is genuine.These are related requirements, but they are not the same thing.Understanding this distinction is…