Discover the outcome of Canada’s most recent Express Entry draw held on May 24, 2023. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued a total of 4,800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence (PR) in Canada during this noteworthy draw, making it the eighth all-program draw of the year.
It’s important to note that all-program draws encompass applicants from the three main programs managed under the Express Entry system: the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
In this draw, all ITA recipients obtained their invitations by meeting the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 488. This CRS cut-off score exhibits a slight increase of five points compared to the previous all-program draw held on April 26, 2023, where the minimum CRS score required was 483.
For candidates who are part of the Express Entry pool and were not selected in this round of invitations, there is a promising likelihood of another draw taking place in approximately two weeks.
About Express Entry
Express Entry serves as a centralized application management system for three key Canadian immigration programs: the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). This comprehensive system plays a vital role in facilitating the government’s efforts to attract skilled foreign workers to Canada and grant them permanent residency (PR).
Express Entry offers a pathway for ambitious international skilled workers who aspire to make Canada their new home. By providing a streamlined process, it enables them to contribute to the nation’s economic and social development while realizing their own aspirations. Through Express Entry, candidates can explore eligibility for any combination of the CEC, FSWP, and FSTP programs, which encompass a wide range of skills and experiences.
To begin the journey, candidates must carefully assess their eligibility for one or more of these programs. Once deemed eligible, they can create an Express Entry profile on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. This profile places them in the candidate pool, increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in an upcoming Express Entry draw.
Within the candidate pool, candidates eagerly await IRCC’s next “round of invitations,” where successful applicants are issued ITAs for Canadian PR. The selection is based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, with candidates above the cut-off score for a specific draw being invited to apply. Receiving an ITA signifies the transition from candidate to applicant, and individuals have 60 days from the ITA date to submit their electronic Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR).
By simplifying the application process and providing a clear pathway to PR, Express Entry empowers talented individuals to embark on a new chapter in Canada. It serves as a catalyst for their dreams while aligning with the country’s objectives of attracting skilled professionals and fostering growth.
