The Second Express Draw of February Releases 1,490 Invitations

A total of 1,490 candidates with scores as low as 535 CRS points were invited. With the lowest CRS requirement to date, this is the fourth general draw of 2024. The February 13 draw's minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 535, 170 points higher than the previous draw's score.

The most recent changes to the Express Entry system have stirred the Canadian immigration scene. Yesterday, 1,490 fortunate people were invited to apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residency (PR) in the second Express Entry draw of February.

Similar to previous draws, this one also used the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), requiring a minimum score of 535 or higher.

Summary of the most recent Express Entry drawing:

• 1,490 invitations were sent out.
• To be invited to apply, one must have a rank of 1,490 or higher.
• Round date and time: February 13, 2024, at 14:18:53 Universal Time
• Invitational candidate with the lowest CRS score, invited: 535; tie-breaking rule: February 11, 2024, at 15:26:56 UTC

When more than one candidate has the same CRS score, tie-breaking in the Express Entry system becomes essential. The cutoff is determined by the day and time that they submit their profile. This system guarantees an impartial and open selection procedure.

Given that this draw was made public on a Tuesday, there is excitement for possible additional draws that may be made later in the week. As the immigration landscape is constantly changing, applicants are constantly searching for the most recent information.

Also Read: Canada Welcomes 3,000 Candidates in Express Entry Draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 7,000 ITAs in a targeted draw for people with high proficiency in French on February 1, 2024.

A CRS score of 365 or higher was taken into consideration for those profiles. Those who would like to learn more about the first general Express Entry draw that will take place today, 2024, can review the official documentation.

The most recent CRS draw's score

The Express Entry system's competitiveness was demonstrated by the 211,273 candidates who applied in total. Over time, Express Entry has changed, implementing targeted draws to fill particular skill shortages in Canada.

The IRCC declared in May 2023 that it would hold invitation-only rounds for people with in-demand skills. These skills are believed to help Canada's economy and labor force. A prominent category is reserved for candidates applying for Express Entry who demonstrate fluency in French.

The remaining five categories concentrate on applicants with prior work experience in fields like technology with a labor shortage. The Immigration Levels Plan's Federal High Skilled (Express Entry) worker targets are furthered by the targeted draws.

By the end of 2025, Canada hopes to admit up to 114,000 new permanent residents yearly through Express Entry.

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FAQs

1. What time is the Canada Express Entry draw?

There is no exact set time of day Express Entry draws happen, but we typically see that they are announced every other Wednesday afternoon, sometime after 3 pm EST.

2. What is the current score for Express Entry in Canada?

The latest CRS draw score is 365. This is the cut-off CRS score for the most recent draw. Anyone with this score or higher would have received an invitation to apply for Express Entry.

3. Will the CRS score go down in 2024?

The CRS score dropped to 365 points in the latest Express Entry draw held on 1 February 2024. The CRS score will remain low if there are category-based selections in upcoming Express Entry draws in 2024.

4. How much IELTS score is required for Canada PR?

The minimum IELTS score required for a Canada PR is overall 6.0. An applicant needs to get the minimum IELTS band requirement for a Canada PR visa. For skilled workers, Canadian language benchmark(CLB) level 7 is required to qualify for a PR visa

5. Can I get a 2-year work permit in Canada?

Canadian work permits are typically valid for 1-2 years, with some exceptions. A visa officer will usually not issue a work permit for longer than the validity of an applicant's passport or past the validity indicated on the applicant's Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).