Dear future neighbour,
On March 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw inviting 725 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to apply for permanent residency.
Details of the Latest Express Entry Draw
Draw Category: Provincial Nominee Program
Draw Date: March 3, 2025
Number of Invitations: 725
CRS cut-off score: 667
Tie-breaking rule: June 5, 2024
This draw aligns with IRCC’s recent focus on PNP candidates, following similar draws on February 4 (455 invitations with a CRS cut-off of 802) and February 17 (646 invitations with a CRS cut-off of 750).
Since early 2025, IRCC has alternated between PNP and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws, with CEC draws returning to larger sizes.
See below details of Express Entry draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| February 19 | French language proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
| February 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
If you want to increase your chances of being invited in future draws, make sure your profile is up-to-date and be ready for the next opportunity! Do you require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com