Canadian Experience Class (CEC)for 🌍 Serbia citizens travelling to 🇨🇦 Canada
Serbia citizens are required to obtain a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) before travelling to Canada. You must submit a formal application at the Canada embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents8
- ✓Approved language test results (IELTS General, CELPIP or PTE Core, less than 2 years old)
CLB 7 for TEER 0–1 occupations; CLB 5 for TEER 2–3.
- ✓Biometrics (fingerprints and photo)
CAD 85 fee; given after the biometric instruction letter.
- ✓Canadian employer reference letters (title, duties, hours, salary)
Duties must match the claimed NOC/TEER code.
- ✓Canadian work experience evidence (T4 slips, Notices of Assessment, pay stubs)
At least 12 months of skilled work in Canada within the last 3 years.
- ✓Digital photo meeting IRCC specifications
- ✓Police certificates from every country lived in 6+ months since age 18
- ✓Upfront immigration medical exam (IRCC panel physician)
- ✓Valid passport
Include copies of all pages with stamps or visas.
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Canadian Experience Class (CEC), book an appointment at the nearest Canada embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 210 days. The government fee is CAD 1590.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Canada embassy or official government website before booking travel.
📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- ○Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from a IRCC-approved organisation
Optional for CEC — needed only to claim CRS points for foreign education.
🌐Why Serbia passport holders need a visa for Canada
Serbia citizens require a visa to enter Canada based on the current immigration requirements set by Canada's government. Serbia passport holders must apply through the Canada embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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