Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Canada Express Entry invites in the General Category to skilled immigrants seeking permanent residence in the nation. The most recent round of Express Entry draw results took place on March 12, 2024, and invites have been given to applicants. This round of invites includes opportunities to apply for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades Programme.

On March 12, 2024, in Draw number 286, a total of 2850 Express Entry invitations were issued to eligible foreign nationals, with the lowest-ranked candidate receiving a CRS score of 525.

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is used to rank candidates based on age, education, work experience, and language competency, out of a possible 1200 points. If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

The cut-off score for Express Entry candidates has fallen by 9 points from 534 to 525 since the February 28 General Draw, based on the date and time of submission.

Express Entry is Canada’s premier immigration system, which simplifies and expedites the procedure for skilled workers, experienced persons, and trades professionals through a variety of programs. The Canadian government establishes immigration targets, with the CRS cut-off score for each Express Entry draw, including the lowest-ranking candidate who receives an ITA for permanent residence, impacting the score.

In the latest Canada Express Entry Draw, invitations have been issued to eligible foreign nationals who rank among the first 2,850 eligible foreign nationals in the group ranking.