Express Entry Draw #399 | 264 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw
On March 02, 2026, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 264 invitations in the Express Entry draw 399. The minimum CRS score was 710. This draw is program-specific. Only candidates who were nominated under the Provincial Nominee Program are invited.
Canada has issued 35,112 ITAs this year, including 2,221 specifically for PNP candidates across five targeted draws.
Full Details of Express Entry Draw #399
| Category | Details |
| Program | Provincial Nominee Program |
| Draw Number | 399 |
| Date | March 2, 2026 |
| Invitations Issued | 264 |
| Minimum CRS Score | 710 |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | August 7, 2025 at 18:02:56 UTC |
Because provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points automatically, candidates invited in Express Entry Draw #399 likely had base scores of around 110 before receiving their nomination.
What is the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)?
The Provincial Nominee Program allows Canada’s provinces and territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) to nominate skilled workers who have the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the local economy.
If you receive a provincial nomination, you get an additional CRS points in the Express Entry system, significantly boosting your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
CRS Score Distribution
As of March 1, 2026, the Express Entry pool contained 232,534 candidates, showing strong competition across score ranges:
- 258 candidates scored between 601 and 1200
- 14,031 candidates were in the 501-600 range
- 71,680 candidates fell between 451-500
- 65,868 candidates were between 401-450
- 53,727 candidates scored between 351-400
Total Invitations in 2026
With the latest draw included, IRCC has issued a total of 35,112 Invitations to Apply across all Express Entry draws in 2026.
What Happens After Receiving an ITA
Candidates invited in Express Entry Draw #399 now have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application. This stage includes:
- Uploading all supporting documentation
- Completing medical examinations
- Providing police clearance certificates
- Paying required government processing fees
How to Strengthen Your Express Entry Profile
If you were not selected in Express Entry Draw #399, there are still multiple strategies to improve your chances:
- Apply for a provincial nomination
- Improve IELTS or CELPIP scores
- Gain additional skilled work experience
- Obtain further education credentials
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Express Entry is designed to be transparent, but the reality is that competition is fierce, rules shift quickly, and even small mistakes in an application can lead to rejection. This is where Our licensed RCIC consultants can make all the difference.
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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