Canada Invites 271 Physicians to Apply for Permanent Residence

The Immigration Department of Canada conducted the latest Express Entry draw exclusively for physicians with Canadian Work Experience. This is the second draw for the physicians and the 33rd draw of the year.

In 2026, Canada invited 85,067 skilled candidates in various rounds of the Express Entry draw. However, the physicians with Canadian work experience invited 662 applicants. 

Express Entry Latest Draw Results

Canada conducted the latest Express Entry draw for physicians with Canadian work experience on June 24, 2026, inviting 271 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 223.

Type of Draw: Physicians With Canadian Work Experience

• Draw Number: #421
• Date of Round: June 24, 2026
• Number of ITAs Issued: 271
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 223
• Tie-Breaking Rule: May 31, 2026, at 18:13:49 UTC

If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

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Eligible Physician Occupations for Canada PR

Here are the eligible NOC codes for physicians in 2026, including specialists and family doctors, to see which occupations qualify for the Express Entry draw.

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Breakdown of Express Entry Draw Types in 2026

In 2026, IRCC conducted 33 Express Entry draws, issuing 85,067 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residence.

Who is Eligible and How Can You Apply for Physicians? 

Physicians applying for permanent residence through Canada’s Express Entry system must meet key eligibility requirements.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify, physicians generally must have:

• Canadian Work Experience: Eligible skilled work experience in Canada as a physician, including general practitioners, family physicians, specialists, or surgeons.
• Valid Work Authorization: Legal authorization to work in Canada, such as a valid work permit or exemption.
• Language Proficiency: Required English or French scores through approved tests like IELTS Score Required for Canada or TEF.
• Education Credentials: Recognized medical qualifications and, if applicable, an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
• Express Entry Eligibility: Meet the criteria of an eligible Express Entry program.

How Can Physicians Apply?

• Check Eligibility: Verify your qualifications, work experience, and language scores.
• Prepare Documents: Gather your passport, test results, ECA, and work records.
• Create an Express Entry Profile: Enter the pool and receive a CRS score.
• Receive an ITA: Candidates with competitive scores may receive an Invitation to Apply.
• Submit PR Application: Apply for Canada PR within the deadline after receiving an ITA.

This pathway helps physicians with Canadian work experience secure permanent residence and build their future in Canada.

Source: canada.ca

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