Express Entry Draw 414: CRS 400, 4,000 ITAs

Category: French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2

Date: April 29, 2026

CRS Cutoff: 400

Invitations Issued: 4,000

Source: View Official IRCC Announcement

Tie-breaking rule: April 07, 2026 at 20:13:59 UTC

The current Express Entry draw, numbered 414, was conducted on April 29, 2026. This draw specifically targeted candidates with French-Language proficiency, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 400. A total of 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued during this draw.

In comparison, the previous draw, held on April 27, 2026, had a CRS score of 795. In this draw, 473 ITAs were issued. The difference in CRS scores between the two draws is 395 points lower in the current draw. The number of ITAs issued has increased by 3,527 compared to the previous draw.

Further analyzing the earlier draw on April 15, 2026, the CRS score was set at 419, with 4,000 ITAs issued. The current draw’s CRS score of 400 is 19 points lower. In terms of ITA issuance, there is no difference when compared to the draw on April 15, 2026, which also issued 4,000 ITAs.

On April 14, 2026, the CRS score was higher, at 515, with 2,000 ITAs issued. The present draw’s CRS score is 115 points lower. The number of ITAs issued in this draw, 4,000, represents an increase of 2,000 compared to the draw on April 14, 2026.

CRS scores are calculated based on several factors, including age, education, language proficiency, and work experience. Candidates receive points in each category, contributing to a total score. ITAs are invitations given to candidates with scores above a specified threshold in each draw, enabling them to apply for permanent residency through the Express Entry system. For more details on CRS calculations, visit the [CRS Calculator Page]. For more information on the application process and requirements, refer to the [Express Entry Guide]. Additional pathways for immigration can be found in the [Provincial Nominee Program Overview].