Skilled workers are still being invited by Canada’s Express Entry system! 455 ITAs are issued in the IRCC’s second PNP draw of 2025. Learn about important revisions and eligibility requirements.
Current Express Entry Draw: Important Information
Candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) were invited to participate in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) second Express Entry draw of the year. A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 802 was required for candidates to receive one of the 455 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) that were sent out. Candidates must have submitted their Express Entry profile by 7:39 PM UTC on December 7, 2024, in order to be eligible.
2025 Express Entry Draws Thus Far
This year, the IRCC has issued 6,276 ITAs in various draw categories. Here is a
An overview of the most recent rounds:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
PNP, Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and category-based selection draws have been given priority by IRCC since July 2024 in accordance with Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan. Candidates with French language competence, in-demand talents, and Canadian job experience continue to be prioritized.
Priority Groups for 2025 Express Entry
Candidates in important industries continue to be favored by Express Entry drawings this year, including:
- Medical Care
- Expert Trades
- Proficiency in the French language
Knowing How to Use the Express Entry System
Canada’s Application Management System for its three main economic immigration programs is called Express Entry.
- Class on Canadian Experience (CEC)
- Program for Federal Skilled Workers (FSWP)
- Program for Federal Skilled Trades (FSTP)
After submitting an Express Entry profile, candidates are given a CRS score that is determined by their age, education, job history, and language proficiency. An Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence is given to the top scorers.
Detailed Instructions for Express Entry
- Check Your Eligibility: Find out if you are eligible for any of the three programs run by Express Entry.
- Get the documents ready. Take language exams, compile academic and professional records, and, if required, get an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
- Enter the candidate pool and obtain a CRS score by submitting an Express Entry Profile.
- Await a Draw: Remain in the pool until you receive an invitation from the IRCC based on your category eligibility and CRS score.
- Get an ITA: Within 60 days of being invited, submit a full application for permanent residency.
- Provide Biometrics: If asked, send pictures and fingerprints.
- Final Decision & Landing: Upon approval, applicants land in Canada and obtain a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
What Comes Next for Candidates for Express Entry?
Candidates should maintain competitive CRS scores by strengthening their credentials, accumulating more work experience, or honing their language skills, as the IRCC continues to place a high priority on skilled workers and in-demand professions. Maximizing immigration opportunities requires keeping up with forthcoming draws.