Draw #360

Express Entry draw #360 was held on August 8, 2025, issuing 2,500 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the French language category with a minimum CRS score of 481.

The CRS cutoff rose 102 points from the previous French language draw, indicating higher competition among candidates in this category. The number of invitations decreased by 5,000 compared to the previous round.

A cutoff of 481 is in the typical range for French language draws. Candidates with a combination of youth, a master's degree, and strong language scores would generally clear this threshold.

French-language draws target candidates with strong French proficiency, reflecting Canada's commitment to bilingualism and Francophone immigration outside Quebec.

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