Streamline Your Pathway to Canadian Residency
What is CELPIP?
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a general English language proficiency test officially recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
CELPIP helps you demonstrate your English proficiency for Canadian immigration and visa applications through a range of pathways, including:
• Express Entry - Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Express Entry - Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Express Entry - Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
• Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
• Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
• Start-Up Visa
*Your required CELPIP score depends on your immigration program and individual circumstances.
CELPIP helps you demonstrate your English proficiency for Canadian immigration and visa applications through a range of pathways, including:
• Express Entry - Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Express Entry - Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Express Entry - Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
• Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
• Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
• Start-Up Visa
*Your required CELPIP score depends on your immigration program and individual circumstances.
Why Take CELPIP?
CELPIP Tests are the leading general English tests for immigration and professional designation.
Single Test Sitting
Takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session
Everyday English
Easy-to-understand English and vocabulary taken from everyday situations
Quick Online Results
Available online within 2-4 business days after the test date. The PDF score report is official and accepted by institutions.
Free Study Materials
Free sample tests, videos, online information sessions, preparation courses, and webinars
About the Test
CELPIP total test time is 2 hours and 50 minutes, and is done in one sitting.
- Listening: 38 questions · 46–55 minutes
- Reading: 38 questions · 43–56 minutes
- Writing: 2 questions · 53 minutes
- Speaking: 8 tasks · 15 minutes
CELPIP General Test: $299 + applicable taxes
Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for permanent residence applications, professional designation, and by universities, colleges and vocational programs. This is the Canadian price, international pricing will vary.
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