Can a Executive Housekeepers from France Immigrate to Canada?

Q: Can a Executive Housekeepers from France immigrate to Canada?

Yes, Executive Housekeepers from France can immigrate to Canada. France citizens are eligible for International Experience Canada (IEC) working holiday visas. Programs include Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and employer-sponsored LMIA work permits. There are currently 141 active job openings.

Yes — here are the immigration pathways, active jobs, and salary data for executive housekeepers from France looking to move to Canada.

141

Active Jobs

129

Employers

Very High

Demand Level

Yes

IEC Eligible

Immigration Pathways for France Citizens

International Experience Canada (IEC)

Working Holiday / Young Professional

Citizens of France are eligible for IEC. Apply for a working holiday visa (up to 2 years) or young professional permit.

CETA Work Permit

Trade Agreement

EU citizens from France may access CETA provisions for temporary entry and intra-corporate transfers.

Express Entry

Permanent Residence

Citizens of France can apply through Express Entry (FSW, CEC, or FST) based on CRS score.

Employer-Sponsored LMIA

Temporary Work

A Canadian employer can sponsor a worker from France through the LMIA process for a work permit.

Key Requirements

Work Experience

You usually need at least one to two years of continuous paid work experience as a executive housekeepers or in a closely related role.

Language Tests

As a French-speaking applicant from France, you can take the TEF Canada or TCF Canada for French. Adding an English test (IELTS or CELPIP) can significantly boost your CRS score with bilingual bonus points.

Education Assessment

You will need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from a designated organization like WES, IQAS, or ICAS to verify that your diploma or degree from France is equivalent to a Canadian credential.

Job Offer

While a valid job offer no longer adds CRS points (removed March 2025), it remains an eligibility requirement for some Express Entry programs and is needed for employer-sponsored work permits. There are currently 141 active executive housekeepers openings on Job Bank.

Proof of Funds

You must show you have enough money to support yourself and your family when you arrive in Canada. The current minimum is $15,263 for a single applicant and $28,362 for a family of 4. This requirement is waived if you have a valid Canadian job offer.

Family Size	Minimum Funds (CAD)
1 (Single)	$15,263
2 (Couple)	$19,001
3	$23,360
4	$28,362
5	$32,168
6	$36,280
7	$40,392
Each additional member	+$4,112

IEC Working Holiday (France)

Citizens of France aged 18-35 can apply for an International Experience Canada working holiday visa (up to 2 years). This lets you gain Canadian work experience, which counts toward Express Entry CRS points and CEC eligibility.

Eligible Programs for Executive Housekeepers

Express Entry (FSW)

High Match

Federal Skilled Worker program for qualified professionals with work experience.

Provincial Nominee Program

Medium Match

Provinces nominate workers with in-demand skills. Adds 600 CRS points.

Temporary Work Permit (LMIA)

High Match

Employer-sponsored LMIA work permit — gain Canadian experience, then transition to PR.

Atlantic Immigration Program

Medium Match

Employer-driven program for Atlantic Canada with faster processing.

International Experience Canada

Medium Match

Working holiday or young professional visa for eligible countries.

Executive Housekeepers Salaries in Canada

Province	Median	Low	High
Alberta	$23.23/hr	$17.37	$29.25
British Columbia	$18.36/hr	$15.65	$26.16
Manitoba	$15.75/hr	$13.50	$23.88
New Brunswick	$14.75/hr	$13.75	$20.10
Newfoundland and Labrador	$16.07/hr	$13.70	$25.00
Northwest Territories	—	—	—
Nova Scotia	$16.10/hr	$13.60	$23.61
Nunavut	—	—	—
Ontario	$18.56/hr	$15.50	$26.15
Prince Edward Island	—	—	—
Quebec	$20.15/hr	$15.44	$29.17
Saskatchewan	$15.20/hr	$13.00	$20.40