Express Entry selection again passed with a record low score
Once again, Canada is inviting thousands of candidates to immigrate.
On May 31, Canada sent 5,956 invitations to candidates registered in Express Entry and who participated in the immigration program for specialists with experience in Canada (Canadian Experience Class).
For the past selection, the minimum passing score on the Comprehensive Ranking System was 380. This was 17 points lower than in the previous selection for professionals with Canadian experience, which took place on May 20, 2021. The passing score in this drawing was the lowest for 2021, not counting the record selection held in February, in which more than 27,000 candidates were invited.
The new screening shows that Canada continues to give priority to 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.
