On October 16, 2026, a total of 5,000 invitations were issued under the Express Entry system for candidates with French-language proficiency. The cut-off score for the lowest-ranked candidate invited in this round was 435. This draw is officially designated as round number 450. The tie-breaking date and time for this round was October 6, 2026, at 21:31:22 UTC.
This round specifically targeted candidates who demonstrated proficiency in the French language, reflecting Canada’s commitment to enhancing Francophone immigration.
What this may mean for applicants
The published figures describe this specific round and should not be treated as a general eligibility threshold or a prediction of a future round.
For more details, visit the official source: IRCC Express Entry Rounds.
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