Foreign Credential Program 

FCR Program is funded by Government of Canada that helps Internationally Trained Professionals to get back into their professional field or alternative related career field.

The program also offers multiple loan amount up to $30,000 depending on the process, to cover the cost of credentialing along with a flexible repayment schedule. Also provide career guidance such as job readiness workshops, resume building, wraparound services, and employment coach.

What is FCR Program?

Foreign Credential Recognition is a process adapted to verify that the education and work experience obtained in another country is equivalent to the standards established for Canadian work force. The duration to get the foreign credentials recognized may vary from profession to profession.

FCR-Foreign Credential Recognition PICS Society

How the FCR Program works?

Who is eligible?

  • You are a Canadian citizen
  • You are a Permanent Residence
  • You are a Temporary Residence who is entitled to work in Canada
  • You are a Refugees with legal document representing working status in BC.
  • You have a proof of education credential, work experience and designation obtained in foreign country.
  • You have the eligibility to apply for a loan and credit worthy.

Features and Benefits

  • The loan can be used for credential evaluation, training costs, examination, membership fees, course material, and travel costs
  • Multiple loans from $1,000 to $30,000
  • Repayment period is from one year to ten years
  • Competitive low-interest rate (Prime + 0%)
  • Career guidance such as, mentorship and network opportunities, job readiness workshops, and employment coach

Learn more at

fcrloans.ca or email

fcrloans@pics.bc.ca for more info.

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