Express Entry Draw #416
CRS 805 - Provincial Nominee Program
CRS Score
805
7 vs previous
ITAs Issued
334
46 vs previous
Program
Provincial Nominee Program
Processing
About 7 months
IRCC, September 3, 2026
How Draw #416 Compares
The previous round was also a Provincial Nominee Program draw: #415 on May 11, 2026, 14 days earlier. Compared with that draw, the CRS cut-off rose by 7 points, from 798 to 805, and invitations fell from 380 to 334. In the 12 months up to and including this round, IRCC held 27 Provincial Nominee Program draws with cut-offs from 699 to 855 and 10,758 invitations in total; 805 sat 106 points above the lowest cut-off and 50 points below the highest.
What This Draw Means
Express Entry Draw #416 was held on May 25, 2026, targeting Provincial Nominee Program candidates. The minimum CRS score was 805 with 334 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued. Every candidate above 805 was invited; candidates with exactly 805 were invited only if they submitted their Express Entry profile before the tie-breaking date and time.
Tie-Breaking Rule
Tie-break date and time: October 16, 2025 at 18:16:33 UTC. Candidates with exactly 805 points were invited only if they submitted their profile before this time.
What This Means For You
Provincial Nominee Program
This PNP-aligned draw required a provincial nomination (600 CRS points). Without PNP, candidates needed a base score of approximately 205 points.
If Your Score is Higher
You likely would have received an ITA in this draw. Ensure your profile is complete and up-to-date to receive invitations in future draws.
If Your Score is Lower
Focus on improving your CRS score through better language tests, additional education, Canadian experience, or a provincial nomination.
How to Improve Your CRS Score
Improve Language Scores
Retake IELTS/CELPIP to achieve CLB 9+ in all abilities. Each band increase significantly boosts your score.
Provincial Nomination (+600 Points)
Apply for PNP programs in provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, or Alberta. An Express Entry-linked nomination adds 600 CRS points; 2026 Provincial Nominee Program rounds have cut off between 697 and 805.
Gain Canadian Experience
Work in Canada on a work permit to earn up to 80 CRS points for Canadian work experience.
Learn French (Up to 50 Points)
French proficiency (CLB 7+) adds bonus points and qualifies you for French-language draws with lower cut-offs.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Immigration laws and policies change frequently. Each case is unique and outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Consult a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) before making immigration decisions.