What was the CRS score cutoff for Express Entry Draw #256?

The minimum CRS cut-off score for Express Entry Draw #256 was 439 points.

How many invitations were issued in Express Entry Round #256?

IRCC issued 2,300 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates.

Which category was targeted in Draw #256?

Draw #256 targeted candidates under the French (Version 1) program category.

Express Entry Draw #256: French Cutoff 439 (July 7, 2023)

MINIMUM CRS CUT-OFF

439

INVITATIONS ISSUED (ITAs)

                        2,300
                    

446

2023 French Avg

375

Lowest in 2023

486

Highest in 2023

8,700

2023 French ITAs

📊 Cut-off Dynamics & Intake Analysis

This round represents a targeted invitation milestone for the French category under Canada's Immigration Levels Plan. With a cut-off established at 439 CRS, IRCC issued 2,300 invitations to eligible candidates nationwide.

With a cutoff established at 439 points, this 2023 round permitted IRCC to access broader candidate tiers across the pool, enabling eligible applicants under the French category to receive invitations below standard general score thresholds.

🎯 Anatomy of a 439 CRS Profile (Targeted French Candidate)

A cutoff of 439 allows qualified candidates to secure permanent residence invitations without needing to compete with hyper-competitive general cutoffs above 515.

Category Qualification: Meets specific IRCC category criteria for French (e.g. NCLC 7 French or 6 months targeted work).
Core Human Capital: Age, Bachelor's or diploma credential, and relevant professional experience.
Language Requirement: Standard category threshold (e.g. CLB 7 for skilled trades/French ability).

⏱️ Received an ITA? The 60-Calendar-Day Action Plan

From the moment your Invitation to Apply (ITA) appears in your IRCC account, you have strictly 60 calendar days to submit a complete electronic Application for Permanent Residence (e-APR). Late or incomplete packages are rejected without refund.

1. Police Clearance Certificates (PCC): Order certificates immediately for every country where you lived 6+ consecutive months since age 18.

2. Work Experience Reference Letters: Letters must include official letterhead, job title, exact duties matching the NOC code lead statement, dates, weekly hours (30+ hrs/wk), and remuneration.

3. Upfront Medical Examination (IME): Schedule with an official IRCC panel physician or provide your existing eMedical tracking information.

Settlement Funds: Ensure your bank balances meet the mandatory IRCC low-income cut-off (LICO) for your family size (unless exempt).

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