Canada ECA - WES, IQAS, ETC - Globexa Immigration

If you are planning to apply for Canada PR, Express Entry, PNP, Study Visa, or certain work permits, you will most likely need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).

Globexa Immigration helps applicants complete their ECA through WES, IQAS, CES, ICES and other authorized bodies smoothly and without mistakes.

1. What is ECA (Educational Credential Assessment)?

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2. Why ECA is Important for Canada Immigration

ECA is required for:

1. Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FST)

You get CRS points for education only after ECA.

2. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Many provinces require credential assessment.

3. Canada PR Applications

Education verification is mandatory.

4. Study Visa Pathways

Sometimes needed for advanced admissions.

5. Professional Licensing

Engineers, pharmacists, teachers, and other professionals may require assessment.

ECA Organizations We Work With

Globexa Immigration assists you with all major Canadian-authorized ECA bodies:

WES (World Education Services)

Most popular & fastest option

Best for:
✔ Express Entry
✔ General degree evaluation
✔ Most universities & colleges

Advantages:
• Faster processing (normally)
• Widely accepted
• Online tracking

IQAS (International Qualifications Assessment Service)

Run by Alberta Government

Best for:
✔ Applicants whose degrees WES does not evaluate properly
✔ Certain master’s equivalency cases

Advantages:
• Good recognition
• Useful for specific education backgrounds

CES (Comparative Education Service)

By University of Toronto

Best for:
✔ Academic-focused assessments
✔ Certain complex credentials

ICES (International Credential Evaluation Service)

By British Columbia Institute of Technology

Best for:
✔ Technical & vocational education
✔ Alternative when WES is not suitable

3. Documents Required for ECA

While requirements vary, generally you need:

• Degree certificate
• Transcripts / mark sheets
• University sealed documents (in many cases)
• Passport copy
• Name change proof (if applicable)

⚠ Mistakes in document submission can cause delays of months.

4. Common ECA Problems Applicants Face

Many people apply on their own and face:

1. University sends wrong format
2. Documents not sealed properly
3. Wrong ECA body selected
4. Degree not recognized as expected
5. Name mismatch issues
6. Application rejected due to incomplete paperwork

This leads to PR delays, CRS score issues, and wasted time.

5. How Globexa Immigration Helps You

We make the process simple and stress-free.

✔ Choosing the correct ECA body (WES, IQAS, etc.)
✔ Complete profile creation
✔ Document checklist customized to your university
✔ University dispatch guidance
✔ Tracking and follow-up
✔ Handling corrections if reports need re-evaluation
✔ Linking ECA to Express Entry profile

You don’t need to struggle with confusing instructions — we handle everything.

6. ECA Processing Time

Processing time depends on:

• Organization (WES, IQAS, CES, ICES)
• University response speed
• Document accuracy

Professional guidance reduces delays significantly.

7. Who Should Apply for ECA?

You should apply if:

✔ You completed education outside Canada
✔ You want Canada PR
✔ You are entering Express Entry
✔ You are applying for PNP
✔ You want to maximize CRS score

Why Choose Globexa Immigration?

At Globexa Immigration, we specialize in:

🔹 Canada PR pathways
🔹 Express Entry profiles
🔹 Study visa planning
🔹 Work permits
🔹 ECA processing from start to finish

We understand how ECA impacts your CRS score and immigration success, and we guide you accordingly.