Express Entry CEC Draw Sees Record High CRS in Draw #347, Issues 500 Invitations
The latest Express Entry draw #347 was held on May 13, 2025. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 500 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates to apply for Permanent Resident Visa. The minimum CRS score requirement for this draw was 547.
Express Entry CEC Draw Highlights
| Category | Details |
| Draw Type | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| Invitations Issued | 500 |
| Minimum CRS Score | 547 |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | May 21, 2024, at 17:26:27 UTC |
| Last CEC Draw Held | February 5, 2025 |
Candidates who received an ITA will have 60 days to submit their complete application for Canadian permanent residence. If the application is not submitted within this timeframe, the invitation will expire.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The Canadian Experience Class is one of the three streams under the Express Entry program and is specifically designed for individuals who already have work experience in Canada—such as temporary foreign workers or international graduates.
CEC Eligibility Criteria:
- At least 1 year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in Canada within the last 3 years
- Work experience must fall under TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 of the NOC system
- Meet minimum language proficiency requirements in English or French
- No proof of settlement funds required
One of the key advantages of the CEC stream is its faster processing time, typically between 6 to 8 months. Because CEC applicants already have Canadian experience, they also receive additional CRS points, improving their chances of receiving an ITA.
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