Draw #272

Express Entry draw #272 was held on December 6, 2023, issuing 4,750 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the General category with a minimum CRS score of 561.

The CRS cutoff rose 61 points from the previous General draw, indicating higher competition among candidates in this category. IRCC also increased the invitation count by 1,025, signaling a broader intake for this round.

A cutoff of 561 is on the higher end for General draws, meaning candidates needed strong profiles across age, education, language, and work experience to qualify.

General draws are open to all Express Entry programs (Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades).

Candidates below this cutoff should consider strategies like improving language scores, obtaining a provincial nomination, or gaining Canadian work experience to close the gap.