Express Entry’s latest draw invites 800 candidates in a non-specified draw

On July 11th, at 17:53:49 UTC, the 257th Canada Express Entry draw took place, organized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the country’s immigration agency. The draw invited immigrants to participate and submit applications for a Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) visa.

This draw was not specific to any particular program.

During the recent Express Entry draw, known as draw #257, a total of 800 skilled applicants with active Express Entry profiles were invited. These individuals were nominated under any of the three Canada Express Entry categories: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

As of July 11th, 2023, a significant number of 209,263 immigrants had successfully submitted their profiles, as reported by the IRCC. Among them, the highest number of immigrants, 51, 689 individuals, obtained a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score ranging from 451 to 500. Additionally, 619 immigrants had a CRS score between 501 and 600, while 276 applicants scored between 601 and 1200.

It’s important to know the following details, including how many invites were sent out and what the Comprehensive Ranking System’s (CRS) minimum score is:

Category: No program specific
Total number of invitations sent: 800
Date of Draw: July 11, 2023, 17:53:49 UTC
Minimum CRS Score: 505
Tie-breaking rule: October 1, 2022, at 6:13:05 UTC

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How do I apply for Canada Express Entry?

To initiate the application process for Canada Express Entry, which is the Canadian government’s system for managing permanent residency applications, you should follow these steps:

1. Assess your eligibility: Before proceeding with the application, ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for one of the three federal immigration programs administered through Express Entry. These programs are the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Each program has specific criteria, such as work experience, language proficiency, and education, that you need to fulfill.

2. Take a language test: Demonstrate your proficiency in either English or French by taking an approved language test. Accepted tests include IELTS for English and TEF for French. Attain the minimum score required for your chosen program.

3. Obtain an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA): If you completed your education outside of Canada, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by a designated organization. The assessment will determine the equivalence of your education to Canadian standards.

4. Create an Express Entry profile: Generate an online profile through the official website of the Canadian government. Provide detailed information about your skills, work experience, language proficiency, education, and other relevant factors. Your profile will be assigned a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score based on factors like age, education, work experience, language ability, and adaptability.

5. Collect supporting documents: Gather all the necessary documents that substantiate the information provided in your profile. These documents may include identification papers, language test results, educational credentials, proof of work experience, and more. Ensure proper translation and notarization if required.

6. Submit your profile: Once you have completed your profile and assembled all the required documents, submit your profile online. It will then enter the pool of Express Entry candidates.

7. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): During regular draws from the pool, candidates with higher CRS scores are selected. If you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), you will have a limited time (typically 60 days) to submit a comprehensive application for permanent residency.

8. Complete the permanent residency application: After receiving an ITA, submit a comprehensive application for permanent residency. This involves providing detailed information about your background, work experience, education, and other relevant factors. Additionally, you may need to undergo a medical examination and submit a police certificate.

9. Pay the fees: Fulfill the required application fees, which typically include processing fees, the right of permanent residence fee (RPRF), and fees for any accompanying family members.

10. Await a decision: After submitting your application, you will need to wait for the Canadian government to process it. Processing times can vary, but you can find the current estimated processing times on the official government website.

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