New Express Entry draw for candidates with Canadian work experience
The passing score increased slightly, and the number of invitations decreased.
On March 31, 2026, the Canadian government held a new Express Entry draw for candidates with Canadian work experience under the Canadian Experience Class category.
2,250 people received invitations to apply for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 509. Compared to the previous draw, the requirements increased slightly.
For comparison, in the previous draw on March 17, 2026, the minimum score was 507, and 4,000 people received invitations. This means the cut-off score went up by 2 points, while the number of invitations dropped significantly.
Want to know how many points you would get? Use our free CRS calculator to assess your chances of immigrating to Canada.
How does the Express Entry system work?
Express Entry is an online platform through which Canada selects candidates for permanent residence under three federal programs:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program for skilled professionals;
- Canadian Experience Class for those who have already worked in Canada;
- Federal Skilled Trades Program for skilled trades workers.
CRS points are awarded for various factors: age, education, English or French language skills, work experience and Canadian experience, marital status, and adaptability.
Stay tuned for Express Entry draw updates so you don't miss important news and immigration opportunities.
