Express Entry Draw #392 | 6,000 CEC Candidates Invited!
On January 21, 2026, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 6,000 invitations in the Express Entry draw. The minimum CRS score was 509. This draw is program-specific. Only candidates who were nominated under the Canadian Experience Class are invited.
What is the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)?
The Canadian Experience Class is one of the three main immigration programs under Express Entry. It’s designed for individuals who already have at least 1 year of work experience in Canada and want to transition to permanent residency.
Express Entry Draw #392 – Official Details
| Draw Detail | Information |
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| Program | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| Invitations Issued | 6,000 |
| CRS Cut-Off Score | 509 |
| Rank Required | 6,000 or above |
| Draw Date & Time | January 21, 2026 at 12:37:42 UTC |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | October 29, 2025 at 04:35:24 UTC |
Where multiple candidates shared the lowest CRS score of 509, only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before the tie-breaking date and time were invited.
Tie-Breaking Rule Explained
IRCC applied a tie-breaking rule of October 29, 2025 at 04:35:24 UTC. This means:
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Candidates with CRS 509 who submitted their Express Entry profile before this date/time received an ITA
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Candidates who submitted after this timestamp were not invited, even with the same CRS score
Early profile submission remains a decisive factor under Express Entry.
Next Steps If You Received an ITA
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You have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application
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Employer reference letters, work experience, and documents must strictly meet IRCC requirements
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Even after an ITA, applications can be refused for technical or documentation errors
Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2026 So Far
| Draw Date | Draw Type | CRS Cut Off | Invitations Issued |
| January 21 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 6,000 |
| January 20 | Provincial Nominee Program | 746 | 681 |
| January 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 511 | 8,000 |
| January 5 | Provincial Nominee Program | 711 | 574 |
This pattern highlights Canada’s two key priorities in early 2026: Canadian work experience and provincial nominations.
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At Expressway Immigration, our licensed experts help you to assess eligibility, enhance your CRS profile, and choose the best program, whether through Express Entry or a Provincial Nominee Program. Contact Expressway Immigration today to explore your immigration options and take your next step toward becoming a permanent resident of Canada!
How Expressway Immigration™ Can Help
At Expressway Immigration, we assist Canadian Experience Class candidates with:
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Express Entry profile optimization and CRS strategy
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ITA document preparation and compliance review
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Employer reference letter verification
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End-to-end PR application submissions
If you narrowly missed this draw or are preparing for upcoming CEC rounds, early planning can significantly improve your chances.
Our Services Include:
- Profile assessment: to calculate your CRS and recommend improvements.
- Program strategy: to help you choose between Express Entry, PNP, or other immigration streams.
- Strategy development: Crafting a roadmap to boost your CRS and align with future draw eligibility.
- Document preparation: Ensuring your work experience, credentials, language tests and other evidence are ready.
- Application support: to ensure accurate documentation and error-free submission.
- Submission guidance: Helping you prepare for ITA receipt, application timing, and compliance with IRCC requirements.
- Next Express Entry Draw guidance: so you know what to expect and how to prepare.
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