Express Entry Round of Invitations: 2,000 Candidates Invited to Apply for Permanent Residence in Canada
In a recent round of invitations under Canada’s Express Entry system, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration invited 2,000 eligible foreign nationals to apply for permanent residence. This article will provide an overview of the key details from the Ministerial Instructions issued on August 1, 2023.
Express Entry System and Invitations
The Express Entry system is a points-based immigration selection system used by the Canadian government to manage applications for permanent residence. It includes three main economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Additionally, candidates nominated by a Canadian province or territory through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) can also receive invitations through Express Entry.
Invitations in Round #259
On August 1, 2023, a total of 2,000 invitations were issued to candidates in the Express Entry pool. The invitations were not program-specific, meaning they could be issued for any of the four main economic immigration programs (FSWP, CEC, FSTP, and PNP).
Ranking and CRS Score
To receive an invitation, candidates needed to have a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 2,000 or above. The CRS score is calculated based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other criteria.
Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited
The lowest-ranked candidate who received an invitation in this round had a CRS score of 517. This score reflects the candidate’s overall competitiveness within the Express Entry pool.
Tie-Breaking Rule
In cases where more than one candidate has the same CRS score and the number of available invitations is limited, the tie-breaking rule is applied. In this round, the tie-breaker was based on the date and time the candidates submitted their Express Entry profiles. Those who submitted earlier profiles were prioritized.
Application Period
The application period for this round of invitations started on August 1, 2023, and ended on August 2, 2023. Eligible candidates who received an invitation during this period were given an opportunity to apply for permanent residence.
The recent round of invitations under Canada’s Express Entry system provided 2,000 eligible candidates with an opportunity to apply for permanent residence in the country. With a competitive CRS score of 517 required for the lowest-ranked candidate, candidates with high scores in the Express Entry pool have a greater chance of receiving an invitation. Those who were invited during this round now have the chance to submit their applications for permanent residence in Canada and embark on a new chapter in their lives.
Note: The information provided in this article is based on the Ministerial Instructions issued on August 1, 2023. For the most up-to-date and accurate information, candidates should refer to official sources and the Canada Immigration website.
