Express Entry selection: Canada invites fewer candidates than usual
For candidates with Canadian experience, this is the smallest selection for 2021.
On May 13, Canada sent 4,147 invitations to candidates registered with Express Entry and who participated in the immigration program for specialists with experience in Canada (Canadian Experience Class).
The draw took place the day after the selection among provincial program candidates. Since the beginning of 2021, Canada has often conducted selections in this manner.
For the past selection, the minimum passing score on the Comprehensive Ranking System was 401. This is 1 point higher than in the previous selection for professionals with Canadian experience, which took place on April 29, 2021.
This new drawing, conducted immediately after the round for provincial program applicants, shows that Canada continues to prioritize immigration applicants who are already in the country, while travel restrictions continue to apply.
Under a new immigration plan for 2021-2023, Canada aims to admit about 110,000 immigrants annually through Express Entry. The country approached that mark last year, inviting a record number of candidates to immigrate through Express Entry and issuing a total of 107,350 invitations to permanent residence. The Government of Canada continues to emphasize that attracting skilled immigrants during and after the COVID-19 pandemic will remain vital to support a strong Canadian economy.
To maximize your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Express Entry selection, we recommend keeping an eye on history of passing scores and number of invitations.
