Express Entry draw #449: 2,500 invitations (Canadian Experience Class), CRS 519
Express Entry draw, October 15, 2026. 1 min read
Draw #449, Canadian Experience Class
October 15, 2026
What changed
On October 15, 2026, IRCC held Express Entry round #449 (Canadian Experience Class). 2,500 candidates were invited to apply for permanent residence. The lowest score invited was 519 points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Invitations could go to candidates in these programs: Canadian Experience Class.
Who it affects
Candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for Canadian Experience Class. The Canadian Experience Class is for people with at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada in the 3 years before they apply.
Tie-breaking rule
September 21, 2026 at 19:00:47 UTC. Several candidates had the lowest score of 519. Among them, only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before this date and time were invited.
The pool
On October 12, 2026, 229,456 candidates were in the Express Entry pool. 22,387 of them had a score of 501 or more. These numbers count every candidate, not only those who qualify for this round.
What it means for you
A score of 519 or more was needed in this round. Cut-off scores change from one round to the next. Your work duties must match the NOC description, including its main duties, not just your job title.
What to do next
Check your score with our CRS calculator and make sure your Express Entry profile is up to date, including your work experience and NOC codes. If you are not sure whether your experience counts for a category, a licensed consultant can review it with you.
Who this concerns
- Express Entry
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