Express Entry Draw 425: CRS 420, 5,000 ITAs

Category: French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2

Date: July 9, 2026

CRS Cutoff: 420

Invitations Issued: 5,000

Source: View Official IRCC Announcement

Tie-breaking rule: May 15, 2026 at 08:04:00 UTC

The current Express Entry draw, Draw Number 425, took place on July 9, 2026. The draw type was based on French-Language proficiency, with a specific CRS score cut-off of 420. A total of 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in this draw.

In comparison to the previous draw, Draw on July 6, 2026, there is a decrease of 288 CRS points, moving from a CRS of 708 to 420. This draw issued 4,466 more ITAs than the previous draw, with the July 6 event having only 534 ITAs.

Looking back to the June 25, 2026 draw, the CRS score dropped from 475 to 420, showing a difference of 55 points. The current draw issued 1,000 more ITAs, as the June 25 draw allowed for 4,000 ITAs.

In the context of the June 24, 2026 draw, the difference in CRS score is significant, with a difference of 197 points, lowering from 223 to 420. The current draw issued 4,729 more ITAs than the June 24 draw, which had 271 ITAs.

CRS scores are calculated based on various factors including age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. ITAs are issued to candidates in the Express Entry pool who meet or exceed the CRS score cut-off for a specific draw, allowing them to apply for permanent residency in Canada. For a detailed explanation of the CRS scoring system, visit the [CRS Calculator Page]. Information about the application process can be accessed through the [Express Entry Guide]. For those interested in provincial nominations, the [Provincial Nominee Program Overview] provides further insights.