Express Entry Draw – July 7, 2026: 2,000 CEC Invitations, CRS Cut-Off 517
We invite candidates from the pool to apply in rounds throughout the year. We choose them based on points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
Check the scores of previous rounds to see how likely you are to get an invitation in the next round. You can also review Express Entry reports and publications.
Latest Round: Canadian Experience Class
The most recent draw invited candidates under the Canadian Experience Class. The CRS score distribution of candidates in the pool is as of July 5, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date and time | July 7, 2026 at 11:16:50 UTC |
| CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited | 517 |
| Number of invitations issued | 2,000 |
| Rank needed | 2,000 or above |
| Tie-breaking rule | December 29, 2025 at 17:49:27 UTC |
If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off applies. This cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.
Resolved Issue: French-Language Proficiency
We resolved an issue affecting invitations for the Express Entry French-language proficiency round. This was round #418, held on May 28, 2026. If you were eligible, you should now have been invited.
How the Rounds Work
We choose the type of round we will hold. We decide the number of candidates we need to invite.
We identify the highest-ranking candidates from the pool who are eligible for the chosen round type. We invite these candidates to apply for permanent residence.
Types of Rounds of Invitations
We hold different types of rounds of invitations throughout the year. You must be eligible for 1 of the 3 programs managed through Express Entry to be placed in the pool.
- General rounds of invitations: We invite top-ranking candidates in the pool who are eligible for 1 of the 3 programs managed through Express Entry.
- Program-specific rounds of invitations: We invite top-ranking candidates who are eligible for a specific Express Entry program. For example, if we hold a round specifically for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), we only invite candidates eligible for the PNP.
- Category-based rounds of invitations: The Minister establishes a category to meet a specific economic goal. We then invite top-ranking candidates in the pool who are eligible for this category.
We will continue to invite candidates with a provincial or territorial nomination. This occurs through general and Provincial Nominee Program-specific rounds.