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Canada: Medical Exams and Express Entry Requirements

Key Points  

  • Canada will no longer require upfront medical examinations as part of the application process under the Express Entry system

Overview  

The government of Canada will no longer require upfront medical examinations as part of the application for Express Entry. Instead, foreign nationals will need to wait for instructions from the Canadian government prior to going for a medical examination. Instructions will include information for processing offices on when a medical examination should be requested if required. 

What are the Changes? 

The government of Canada updated its requirement for medical examinations to the expected timeline under the Express Entry pathway.  

Looking Ahead 

Continue to check the government of Canada’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.

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