IRCC sent out the second latest Express Entry draw 2024, invitations. The department invited 1,040 individuals in a general draw. The lowest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for candidates is 543. It was the second draw of 2024. The first was on January 10th and welcomed 1,510 candidates from all Express Entry programs. Candidates require a minimum CRS score of 546.
The most recent draws come after IRCC held seven Express Entry draws in December. They invites many candidates. Those candidates applied through Express Entry. Candidates showed skill in French. They met criteria in trades, transportation, STEM, farming, and food. They participated in two draws. This showcased their qualifications and commitment to diverse job categories. The remaining five draws were for specific categories.
Summary of Express Entry draws in January, 2024
The summary of latest express entry draws in January 23 and January 10 is:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 23 | General | 1,040 | 543 |
| January 10 | General | 1,510 | 546 |
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Express Entry Explains
To speed the processing of economic immigration applications, apply to three programs. They are the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class, and the Federal Skilled Trades Program. It is an application management system called Express Entry. They established it in 2015.
It assigns scores based on human capital qualities. These include age, work experience, language skills, vocation, and education. It uses the Comprehensive Ranking System. The best candidates will have the top chance to get an invitation to apply (ITA) for residency.
The table below shows the number of Express Entry profiles in the pool. It shows their CRS score range.
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
| 601-1200 | 646 |
| 501-600 | 6,915 |
| 451-500 | 59,043 |
| 491-500 | 6,399 |
| 481-490 | 9,291 |
| 471-480 | 17,395 |
| 461-470 | 14,189 |
| 451-460 | 11,769 |
| 401-450 | 53,905 |
| 441-450 | 10,942 |
| 431-440 | 11,131 |
| 421-430 | 10,053 |
| 411-420 | 10,801 |
| 401-410 | 10,978 |
| 351-400 | 57,979 |
| 301-350 | 29,690 |
| 0-300 | 5,348 |
| Total | 213,526 |
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The department began inviting candidates in May 2023. They received invitations to take part in category-based selection rounds. They can join if they meet the requirements for one of the six new Express Entry draw categories:
- Healthcare occupations
- Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professions
- Trades occupations, carpenters, plumbers, and contractors
- Transport occupations
- Agriculture and agri-food occupations
- Strong French proficiency
Candidates with these qualities must apply. They must fall under one of the three programs overseen by Express Entry. Nominees in the PNP get an extra 600 CRS points in Express Entry. This ensures that in a future draw, they will receive an ITA. An Express Entry candidate has 60 days to send their final residence application to the IRCC. They must do this after getting an ITA.
