Latest Express Entry Draw Invited 5,000 Candidates Under French Language Category

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has conducted its latest Express Entry draw under the French Language Proficiency category. Eligible candidates were invited to apply for Canada PR.

However, the latest French language category draw was marked as the 12th draw of its kind in the year. It brought a total of 60,500 invitations to Francophone applicants. Notably, each of the last five French category based draws issued a total of 5,000 invitations to Apply.

This category based selection round supports Canada’s strategy to strengthen French speaking communities outside Quebec. It aims to attract qualified workers who can contribute for the betterment of the bilingual workforce.

Latest Express Entry Draw: Result

Canada conducted the latest Express Entry draw, issuing 5,000 invitations to invite French speaking applicants with a minimum CRS score of 407.

Draw Type: French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2

• Date and time: October 27, 2026 at 10:17:26 UTC
• Number of invitations issued: 5,000
• CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 407
• Tie-breaking rule: July 13, 2026 at 19:22:00 UTC

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

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Summary of the French-Speaking Draw In 2026

The below mentioned table highlights the total Express Entry draw conducted under the French- language category in the year. Along with, draw date, number of ITA issued and minimum CRS score.

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What Does This Mean for French-Speaking Candidates?

If you are a French speaker in the Express Entry pool, then you are in a good position in comparison with other applicants, but your CRS score still matters. French draws have seen some of the lowest cut-offs of all draws this year, with cut-offs often falling approximately between 385-425.

However, if you get an ITA in the latest Express Entry draw, you have a total duration of 60 calendar days to complete the application for PR. If you are still waiting in the pool or planning to enter it soon, you might have a great opportunity if your CRS falls within the range of 382- 425.

If your score is presently below the given range, there are certain ways to improve your CRS score include: 

• Retake an official French language test score and improve your NCLC scores.
• Improve your language proficiency score.
• Gain more professional experience, either in Canada or foreign.
• Obtain an eligible academic credential.
• Maximise your spousal factor points, if applicable, including points for the second official language.
• Explore the PNP pathway as it can add up to 600 points to your CRS score, instantly increasing your chance of getting an ITA.

If your profile could benefit from additional Canadian professional experience, or your French skills haven’t yet reached the NCLC 7 threshold, you can also consider a Francophone Mobility work permit in the meantime.

If you are planning to immigrate to Canada, then it is crucial for applicants to stay updated with every latest immigration information.

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Source: canada.ca

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