The latest Express Entry draw 346 is here! On May 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw of the month, issuing 511 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 706.
Express Entry Draw 346
Key Details of the May 12 Express Entry PNP Draw
| Draw Type | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
| Number of ITAs | 511 |
| Minimum CRS Score | 706 |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | March 4, 2025, at 22:35:42 UTC |
Candidates nominated by the provincial program get additional 600 points for their total of CRS score which significantly increases their possibility of receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residence. With the CRS cut-off set at 706, this suggests that many invited candidates had a base score around 106 before receiving their nomination, showcasing how impactful the PNP draw Canada pathway can be.
Recent Trends in Express Entry
This draw follows two earlier Express Entry draws in May:
May 1: 1,000 ITAs issued to candidates in the education category with a minimum CRS score of 479.
May 2: 500 ITAs issued to candidates in the healthcare and social services category with a minimum CRS score of 510.
2025 Express Entry Overview (as of May 12)
| Total ITAs issued in 2025 | 33,940 |
| Average CRS Score | 609 |
| Highest CRS Score | 802 |
| Lowest CRS Score | 379 |
So far on this draw IRCC has invited 33,940 applications for 2025 and a major push for PNP candidates. Compared to the previous PNP-only draw on April 28, where the CRS cut-off was 727, this draw reflects a slight drop, making it a positive sign for those eyeing immigration to Canada in 2025.
For more detailed information on Express Entry draws and the Provincial Nominee Program, you can visit the official IRCC website.
