Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held Express Entry Draw #257 on July 11, 2023. This was a “No Program Specified” draw, meaning that candidates from all eligible programs were eligible to be invited to apply for permanent residency. We will discuss the details of Express Entry Draw #257, also will discuss about the next draw and answer some FAQ’s about the Express Entry system.
Latest Express Entry Draw #257 Details :
Program : No Program Specified
Number of invitations issued: 800
Rank required to be invited to apply: 800 or above
Date and time of round: July 11, 2023 at 17:53:49 UTC
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 505
How was the CRS score distribution of candidates in the Express Entry pool as of July 11, 2023?
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 276 |
| 501-600 | 619 |
| 451-500 | 51,689 |
| 491-500 | 834 |
| 481-490 | 4,686 |
| 471-480 | 19,234 |
| 461-470 | 14,827 |
| 451-460 | 12,108 |
| 401-450 | 55,570 |
| 441-450 | 11,164 |
| 431-440 | 12,162 |
| 421-430 | 9,896 |
| 411-420 | 10,775 |
| 401-410 | 11,573 |
| 351-400 | 63,039 |
| 301-350 | 32,771 |
| 0-300 | 5,299 |
| Total | 209,263 |
Express Entry Draws of 2023
| Express Entry Draw # | Date | Round type | Invitations issued | CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | July 11, 2023 | No Program Specified | 800 | 505 |
| 256 | July 7, 2023 | French language proficiency (2023-1) | 2,300 | 439 |
| 255 | July 6, 2023 | Healthcare occupations (2023-1) | 1,500 | 463 |
| 254 | July 5, 2023 | STEM occupations (2023-1) | 500 | 486 |
| 253 | July 4, 2023 | No Program Specified | 700 | 511 |
| 252 | June 28, 2023 | Healthcare occupations (2023-1) | 500 | 476 |
| 251 | June 27, 2023 | No Program Specified | 4,300 | 486 |
| 250 | June 8, 2023 | No Program Specified | 4,800 | 486 |
| 249 | May 24, 2023 | No Program Specified | 4,800 | 488 |
| 248 | May 10, 2023 | Provincial Nominee Program | 589 | 691 |
| 247 | April 26, 2023 | No Program Specified | 3,500 | 483 |
| 246 | April 12, 2023 | No Program Specified | 3,500 | 486 |
| 245 | March 29, 2023 | No Program Specified | 7,000 | 481 |
| 244 | March 23, 2023 | No Program Specified | 7,000 | 484 |
| 243 | March 15, 2023 | No Program Specified | 7,000 | 490 |
| 242 | March 1, 2023 | Provincial Nominee Program | 667 | 748 |
| 241 | February 15, 2023 | Provincial Nominee Program | 699 | 791 |
| 240 | February 2, 2023 | Federal Skilled Worker | 3,300 | 489 |
| 239 | February 1, 2023 | Provincial Nominee Program | 893 | 733 |
| 238 | January 18, 2023 | No Program Specified | 5,500 | 490 |
| 237 | January 11, 2023 | No Program Specified | 5,500 | 507 |
What is an Express Entry ?
Express Entry is an Online system by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to select candidates for Permanent Residency. Through this system, candidates follow eligibility guidelines and apply for Permanent Residency using the express entry process. The IRCC conducts Express Entry Draws every two weeks to determine programs, cut-off scores, and issue invitations to selected candidates.
What programs are available within the Express Entry system?
- Federal Skilled Worker
- Federal Skilled Trades
- Canadian Experience Class
- Provincial Nominee Programs ( Some of the PNP’s use express entry profiles to select candidates)
What are the new categories in the Express Entry system?
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched the Category-Based Selection system for Express Entry. Below are the new categories.
- French-language proficiency
- Healthcare occupations
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) occupations
- Trade occupations
- Transport occupations
- Agriculture and agri-food occupations
When would be next Express Entry Draw ?
Based on current trends, we can expect the next Express Entry Draw to happen on either July 18th or July 25th, 2023.
What is good CRS score in 2023 ?
A good CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score is one that increases your chances of being selected for Express Entry Draw. Let’s take a closer look at the trends of Express Entry Draws in 2023 to understand what scores have been considered as good so far.
For draws where No Specific Programs were specified, the lowest score was 481 (March 29, 2023), while the highest score was 511 (July 4, 2023).
In the Healthcare Occupations Category, the lowest score draw was 463 (July 6, 2023), and the highest score draw was 476 (June 28, 2023).
For STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Occupations Category, only one draw took place, and the score required was 486 (July 5, 2023).
and same for French Language Proficiency Category , there was only one draw with a minimum score of 439 (July 7, 2023).
Based on these statistics, it can be concluded that a good CRS score would be at least 481. However, if you belong to category-based occupations, it is advisable to aim for the lowest score achieved so far in that category. This will increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in future draws. This article offers free shipping on qualified Face mask products, or buy online and pick up in store today at Medical Department
Always Remember, the CRS scores are subject to change with each draw, so it’s essential to stay updated and continuously try to improve your score.
What is the Processing Time for Express Entry in 2023?
The processing time for Express Entry applications in 2023 is approximately six months or less from the date of submitting a complete application to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Conclusion
Express Entry Draw #257 held on July 11, 2023, offered an opportunity for candidates across all eligible programs to apply for permanent residency. We explored the draw details, discussed upcoming draws, answered FAQs, and provided insights into the Express Entry system. Stay tuned to our blog for more updates and guidance on your Canadian immigration journey.
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