When to Take IELTS for FSW?

This is just my friendly advice to you, so that one's mistake will only be somebody's lesson...that includes YOU.

What is the Validity of IELTS?
IELTS is only valid for two years.  It's enough to say that once you take the exam, the validity time is now ticking.  After two years, your investment will be gone and you need to take another exam with the corresponding fee.

I took my IELTS last year 2012, knowing that I will submit my application.  But, I was surprised, the job that I was applying for in the Federal Skilled Worker stream was already closed.  I think you feel how I felt at that moment.

That is why I was hoping that Canada will release a new job listing that will include my current job on 2013.  Now, I got lucky because my current job and its description is eligible for Federal Skilled Worker stream, a perfect fit.

How to Take IELTS in Singapore

Recommendation for Taking the IELTS
This is just one lucky incident, what if my job was not included?  It is just a total waste of time and money because Canada will only release the next rules next year, May 2014.  At that time, my IELTS is already expired.

My recommendation is that you take the IELTS only as soon as you know that you are eligible with the new rules for the Canadian FSW.  Do not take it in advance.

Things to Consider in Finding a Job in Canada

Imagine yourself in Canada, but jobless!

This video will surely be a great help to those immigrants who are just planning to move and those who have just arrived in Canada as well.

In this video, you will learn how to find a job in a right way.  Of course, once you are jobless like what I experienced in Singapore, money and time are very essential.  

You don't want to waste your effort on finding a job in a wrong way.   This will help you to be on track by learning the techniques and recommendations on ways to network with people.