IQAS (International Qualifications Assessment Service) is Alberta's designated credential evaluation agency, recognized by IRCC for Canada Express Entry & Provincial Nominee Programs. Let FACTS handle the entire document process for you.
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The International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) is the Government of Alberta's official credential assessment service. It evaluates international educational credentials and compares them to Canadian educational standards.
IQAS is one of the designated organizations recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for providing Educational Credential Assessments (ECAs) for Canada Express Entry applications.
CAD $200 (Standard)
10-15 Business Days
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
IRCC (Government of Canada)
Express Entry, Alberta PNP, Licensing
We handle the entire document collection and dispatch process so you can focus on your immigration journey.
Our pan-India team coordinates directly with your university's exam cell and registrar's office to initiate the transcript and verification process.
We collect officially attested transcripts, degree certificates, and mark sheets in university-sealed envelopes meeting IQAS requirements.
Documents are dispatched directly to IQAS at their Edmonton office via international tracked courier, maintaining the chain of custody.
Stay informed at every stage with real-time tracking, status updates, and a dedicated point of contact from start to finish.
IQAS requires the following documents to be sent directly from the issuing institution for a valid credential assessment.
Official transcripts with all semester/year marks, attested by the university registrar and sealed in the institution's envelope.
An attested copy of the degree/diploma certificate, certified by the issuing university with official stamp and signature.
Complete mark sheets covering every semester or year of study, with official attestation from the university.
Detailed course descriptions or syllabus documents may be requested by IQAS for certain programs to complete the evaluation.
Important: All documents must be sent directly from the institution to IQAS. Self-submitted documents or photocopies are not accepted. FACTS ensures documents are dispatched through proper institutional channels to meet IQAS requirements.
Our streamlined 5-step process makes getting your IQAS assessment simple and hassle-free.
Fill out our simple online form with your university details, program information, and IQAS application reference number. Our team will review and confirm your order within 24 hours.
Our field team contacts your university's examination cell and registrar's office to initiate the transcript and verification process on your behalf.
Transcripts, mark sheets, and degree certificates are collected, officially attested, and sealed in the university's envelope as per IQAS requirements.
The sealed document package is dispatched via international tracked courier directly to IQAS at their Edmonton, Alberta office. Tracking details are shared with you.
IQAS receives and reviews your documents, completes the assessment, and issues your official IQAS Assessment Certificate for use with IRCC, Alberta PNP, or licensing bodies.
Here is a realistic breakdown of how long each stage typically takes from start to finish.
FACTS Document Collection from University
International Courier Dispatch to Edmonton
IQAS Assessment & Certificate Issuance
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Both IQAS and WES are IRCC-designated ECA organizations. Here is how they compare.
| Feature | IQAS | WES |
|---|---|---|
| Processing Time | 10-15 business days | 20-35 business days |
| Assessment Fee | CAD $200 | CAD $220 + courier |
| Accepted by IRCC? | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Best For | Alberta PNP, Alberta licensing, Express Entry | Ontario PNP, general Express Entry |
| Evaluation Type | International Qualifications Assessment Certificate | ECA Report & Statement |
| Head Office | Edmonton, Alberta | Toronto, Ontario |
| Document Submission | Directly from institution | Via WES Reference Number |
Get answers to the most common questions about IQAS and our transcript services.
IQAS (International Qualifications Assessment Service) is the Government of Alberta's official credential assessment body. While both IQAS and WES are recognized by IRCC for Express Entry ECA purposes, IQAS is specifically operated by the Alberta government and is the preferred choice for Alberta Provincial Nominee Program (AINP) applications and professional licensing in Alberta. IQAS also tends to have faster processing times and slightly lower fees than WES.
Yes, IQAS is one of the designated organizations recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for providing Educational Credential Assessments (ECAs). An IQAS assessment certificate is fully accepted for Express Entry applications, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class.
Once IQAS receives all required documents, standard processing takes approximately 10-15 business days. Including document collection by FACTS (7-15 days) and international courier dispatch (5-7 days), the total process typically takes 4-6 weeks from start to finish. Processing times may vary depending on the complexity of your credentials and the responsiveness of your university.
Yes, FACTS coordinates with your university to collect, attest, and seal official documents, which are then dispatched directly to IQAS at their Edmonton office via international tracked courier. As India's largest transcript outsourcing specialist with a pan-India network, we handle the entire process from university liaison to final delivery, ensuring documents meet IQAS's strict requirements.
If IQAS requests additional documents such as course descriptions, syllabi, or supplementary mark sheets, FACTS will coordinate with your university to obtain these documents promptly. Our team will inform you of any additional requirements and manage the entire process to ensure a smooth assessment without delays. Additional charges may apply for supplementary document collection.
Yes, IQAS is generally more affordable. The standard IQAS assessment fee is CAD $200, while WES charges CAD $220 plus additional courier fees. Additionally, IQAS often has faster processing times (10-15 business days vs. 20-35 for WES), which can be an advantage if you need your assessment quickly for an upcoming Express Entry draw or Alberta PNP deadline.
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