Canada Express Entry Latest Draw | CRS Draws Date 2023 – Signature Visas

The Latest Express Entry Draw #246

• Number of Invitation to Apply (ITA) issued: 3,5000

• Date of Round: 12th April, 2023

• CRS score required: 486 Points or above

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With the labor shortage and aging population in Canada, there is a red carpet pitched for the foreign nationals to immigrate. This was witnessed in the Comprehensive Rankings Score (CRS) of 486 points announced on 12th March, 2023, through the #246 Express Entry Draw. This means that all those candidates who secured 486 points or above in the Express Entry CRS point calculation total are eligible to apply for the PR status of Canada. Further, there were a total of 3,500 applications that were issued the ITAs.

Under Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025, the office of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) aims to welcome 465,000 new immigrants and foreign skilled workers in 2023; in 2024 it targets to welcome 485,000 and as many as 500,000 new immigrants in 2025.

In the recent Canada Express Entry Draw #246, there were a total of 3,500 applications which were sent Invitation to Apply (ITA)s, the number of invites with this has gone up to 41,059 in 2023 so far.

To sum, there is not an iota of doubt that this is the year for immigration to Canada and the benefits of eased immigration process by the Canadian government should be properly utilized at this moment.

The Canadian Express Entry system provides a pathway to thousands of skilled professionals to immigrate to Canada. It is one of the most popular immigration programs in the world for those who yearn for permanent residency status in Canada while enjoying many citizenships like benefits. Besides offering quicker processing times, this federal immigration system is the key pathway for Canadian permanent residency, as the candidates who get selected in the Express Entry System become eligible to receive the Invitation to Apply for PR in Canada.

Canada has the seventh-largest economy in the world and also, by far, it’s the best country in the world to immigrate. The Canadian economy has a commitment to diversity which is unmatched. It is not just a strong and powerful country despite the diversities it is a fulfilling one too, owing to the great living standards and employment opportunities it provides.

The IRCC, Canada’s top immigration body has always meticulously handled immigration concerns of all it’s fellow applicants. For the same reason, the Express Entry program is updated regularly since it has been developed. The rules and parameters by which the applicants are accessed have witnessed changes from time to time and have been set differently especially in the last few months.

Signature Visas is proud to have the best team of counsellors having complete knowledge on Canada immigration processes. The whole team of Signature Visas always keeps its clients updated with the latest developments in Canada immigration.

Express Entry Draw: 2023

Highest CRS score in 2021: 791
Lowest CRS Score in 2021: 481

Draw 246
April 12, 2023
3500
486

Draw 245
March 29, 2023
7000
481

Draw 244
March 23, 2023
7000
484

Draw 243
March 15, 2023
7000
490

Draw 242
March 1, 2023
667
748

Draw 241
February 15, 2023
699
791

Draw 240
February 2, 2023
3,300
489

Draw 239
February 1, 2023
893
733

Draw 238
January 18, 2023
5,500
490

Draw 237
January 11, 2023
5,500
507

Express Entry Draw: 2022

Highest CRS score in 2021: 808
Lowest CRS Score in 2021: 491

Draw 236
November 23, 2022
4750
491

Draw 235
November 9, 2022
4750
494

Draw 234
October 26, 2022
4750
496

Draw 233
October 12, 2022
4250
500

Draw 232
September 28, 2022
3750
504

Draw 231
September 14, 2022
3250
510

Draw 230
August 31, 2022
2750
516

Draw 229
August 17, 2022
2250
525

Draw 228
August 3, 2022
2000
533

Draw 227
July 19, 2022
1750
542

Draw 226
July 6, 2022
1500
557

Draw 225
June 22, 2022
636 (PNP Specific)
752

Draw 224
June 8, 2022
932 (PNP Specific)
796

Draw 223
May 25, 2022
589 (PNP Specific)
741

Draw 222
May 11, 2022
545 (PNP Specific)
753

Draw 221
Apr 27, 2022
829 (PNP Specific)
772

Draw 220
Apr 13, 2022
787 (PNP Specific)
782

Draw 219
Mar 30, 2022
919 (PNP Specific)
785

Draw 218
Mar 16, 2022
924 (PNP Specific)
754

Draw 217
Mar 2, 2022
1047 (PNP Specific)
761

Draw 216
Feb 16, 2022
1082 (PNP Specific)
710

Draw 215
Feb 2, 2022
1070 (PNP Specific)
674

Draw 214
Jan 19, 2022
1036 (PNP Specific)
745

Draw 213
Jan 5, 2022
392 (PNP Specific)
808

Express Entry Draw Requirements

The latest requirements for Express Entry 2023 that need to be fulfilled by applicants are as under:

• Applicant’s age must be over 18 years.
• Educational qualifications should be such as to be fit to work in Canada.
• Applicants must have the minimum score in tests of language ability such as IELTS.
• The applicant must have at least 1 year of work experience in the last 10 years from the date of application.
• Candidate with a job offer letter will be given priority.

Understanding the CRS Cut-off

Comprehensive Ranking System is the way one is given cut-offs while applying to Express Entry Draw. The candidate gets a score out of 1200 which is used to benchmark one applicant against the other. The CRS has been part of the Express Entry Draw since its inception in the year 2015.

The CRS is designed such as to calculate the candidate’s chances of being economically successful during his or her stay in Canada. Thus getting a good CRS score becomes all the more essential in order to acquire your dreams to settle in Canada. To enter into the Express Entry Draw pool, the candidate must be eligible under one of the programs viz-a-viz Federal Skilled Worker Class or Canadian Experience Class or Federal Skilled Trades Class. A candidate must obtain at least the cut-off CRS to become eligible for PR.

If a candidate has provincial nomination obtained through on the Express Entry-aligned Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams, he or she receives an additional 600 CRS points along with an invitation to apply for the next draw from the pool.

If a candidate has a high proficiency in English or French, a single candidate can get up to 260 points while a couple can get 270 points. Since there are only a limited number of ITAs, hence it is always a good idea to increase your CRS score. If you are applying as a couple, check if your partner can get a higher score and if so then apply under their name. Increased work experience under NOC 0/A/B skill level can also increase your chances for PR.

How to Participate in the Express Entry System

Implemented in January 2015, Express Entry is an online system that is used for managing immigration applications from aspirants who are looking for permanent residency in Canada. Below are the steps you are required if you want to participate in the Express Entry System and fulfill your dreams to settle in Canada.

Step 1: Find out if you’re eligible for Canada PR

First of all, find out if you are eligible to apply for permanent residency in Canada.

Express Entry manages applications for three economic immigration programs:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program

• Federal Skilled Trades Program
• Canadian Experience Class

Find out if you’re eligible to participate in any of the programs which fall under the Express Entry System.

Answer a few questions using Come to Canada tool and check if you meet the minimum requirements and criteria set by the program. Or read the detailed requirements for each program Canadian permanent residence.

Step 2: Gather your documents

To obtain the PR Visa in Canada, you need certain documents such as language test results, which will confirm your eligibility for Express Entry. Some documents may take a long time to receive, so gather all your documents on time and get them ready before you apply for PR in Canada.

Step 3: Submit your Express Entry profile

Submit information about yourself and create your Express Entry profile. If you’re eligible, you will successfully enter into the pool of candidates. From here, your journey to your favorite destination Canada has now begun.

Upon submitting the Express Entry profile, you’ll be ranked in the Express Entry pool using a points-based system. Your score shall be based on the information in your profile and credential assessment.

Step 4: Receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence

The candidates with the highest scores in the pool will be sent the invitations to apply. Once you receive the Invitation, make sure to submit your application for permanent residence within a timeframe of 60 days.

Please note that while creating your express entry profile and submitting your details for the Permanent Residency Visa, you need to pay utmost attention to the details you are filling in. Try to submit the maximum details about yourself. The most completed and accurate applications that have all the supporting documents in 6 months or less are given higher preference by IRCC.