How long does the WES ECA take?

Your evaluation will be completed in 30 business days after receipt, review, and approval of all documents, and payment in full.

How long does it take to get ECA from WES?

How long does a WES evaluation report take? An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) takes about thirty-five (35) business days after we receive, review, and accept all required documents and fees.

What is the fastest ECA processing time?

How WES can help with your ECA. Founded in 1974, WES is one of only five IRCC-designated ECA providers in all of Canada. With a service standard of just 35 business days after receipt, review, and acceptance of all required documents and fees, WES is one of the fastest ECA providers in the country.

How long does WES take to update status?

It takes two to three business days for our staff to process documents after they arrive at WES. You will receive a status update once documents have been processed and are active in our system.

What is the validity of WES ECA?

A WES ECA is valid for five years from the date of issue.

The WES Evaluation Process Explained

Which is better ECA or WES?

For immigration to Canada, you should choose an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). An ECA is required to apply to certain Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) programs. World Education Services (WES) is designated by IRCC to provide ECAs for degrees and diplomas earned outside of Canada.

How long does it take to get a WES evaluation?

How long does it take to obtain a WES Evaluation? The standard processing time for a credential evaluation is seven (7) business days after receipt, review, and approval of all documents and payment in full to WES (World Education Service).

Why is WES taking so long?

Once you apply for a WES credential evaluation, you will need to work with your former academic institutions and have them issue your required documents to WES. Some academic institutions may take several weeks to process your request and send your documents to WES.

What happens after WES evaluation is completed?

When your evaluation is complete, our staff will send you a physical copy of the report through the delivery service you indicated on your application.

Which is faster WES or ICAS?

WES is faster because they don't dig deep to ascertain facts about the different educational regulations all over the world. Sanctioned by the Government of Canada the International Credential Assessment (ICAS) delivers education credential assessments to the people willing to have citizenship of Canada.

Does WES work on weekends?

Representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. If possible, please include your WES Reference Number. This will likely expedite your request.

How do I get ECA through WES?

Which is the fastest ECA for Canada?

How long does it take to get a Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)? I've looked at the websites, WES has the fastest processing time, but it is still "within 20 business days" after all documents are received.

Is WES accepted in UK?

WES evaluation is an important part of the immigration process for many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. It provides a way for immigration authorities to verify an applicant's educational qualifications and ensure that they meet the requirements for immigration.

Can I get WES evaluation for free?

WES Degree equivalency tool is avaialble online for free. Find your degree equivalent in Canada before paying WES fees for assessment. Some Degrees may not be listed. WES provides a degree equivalency tool online which you can use to find your worth in Canada's education system.

Which WES package is best?

We recommend the Course-by-Course International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP); this means we will store your verified transcripts in addition to your evaluation report for easy sending later.

Why WES rejected my documents?

WES requires that academic documents come in a sealed envelope that is stamped or signed across the back flap by the appropriate official. If the envelope is open, WES cannot accept the document. WES requires sealed envelopes as part of the document authentication process.

How long does ECE evaluation take?

How long will it take to prepare my evaluation report? ECE's order processing time is an average of 5 business days from the date we receive all required information. Processing time can vary and does not include delivery time, weekends, or holidays.

How can I speed up my WES evaluation?

WES Processing Times and How to Track Mail

The best thing you can do to expedite your report is carefully review your Required Documents and ensure that WES receives them as quickly as possible. You can also encourage your school to send us your documents digitally (learn more about that below).

How accurate is WES evaluation?

A credential evaluation report from WES provides an accurate and authenticated record of the educational or professional qualifications you earned in other countries, including degrees, diplomas, and transcripts.

Can I cancel my WES application?

You can cancel your WES application at any time before it is processed.