Another Express Entry draw for French-speaking candidates
The minimum score has dropped again, opening up new immigration opportunities.
On November 28, 2025, Canada held a new category-based Express Entry draw targeting candidates with French language skills. This time, 6,000 people received invitations to apply for permanent residence, once again confirming the country's strong interest in French-speaking professionals.
The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 408. Compared to the previous draw held on October 29, 2025, the requirements dropped again: back then, the minimum score was 416, and 6,000 candidates received invitations.
Want to know how many points you could get? Use our free CRS calculator and assess your chances of immigrating to Canada.
The lower cutoff score makes this round particularly favorable for those who speak French. As a reminder, the lowest score for this category was recorded on March 21 of this year at 379 points. This is a great opportunity for candidates considering moving to Canada through Express Entry.
How does the Express Entry system work?
The Express Entry system is used by Canada to select candidates through three federal programs:
French language skills significantly increase your chances of receiving an invitation. You can join online French classes through this link.
Follow the draw history for Express Entry to stay updated on new rounds, cutoff scores, and immigration opportunities.
