Key Details of the Express Entry draw 376
- Draw Type: French Language Proficiency (Category-Based)
- Number of Invitations: 6,000
- Minimum CRS Score: 416
- Date of Draw: October 29, 2025
- Tie-Breaking Rule: September 8, 2025, at 15:27:09 UTC
IRCC continues to prioritize French-speaking candidates to strengthen bilingual communities across Canada. Candidates with French language test results equivalent to CLB 7. Or higher in reading, writing, listening, and speaking were eligible for this round.
This is the 7th French-language draw of 2025, bringing the total invitations issued under this category to 36,000 so far this year, nearly 44% of all ITAs issued in 2025.
This draw marks one of the lowest CRS cut-offs of the year for category-based rounds, offering a major opportunity for francophone candidates to secure permanent residence. IRCC is expected to continue category-based draws for French-speaking candidates, accelerating pathways for skilled Francophones to gain permanent residence.
Now is the best time to enhance your French proficiency and update your Express Entry profile to stay competitive in upcoming rounds.
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Stay tuned for more updates on Express Entry draws, CRS score trends, and Canadian immigration news. For official updates and detailed information, visit the IRCC official website.
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