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Express Entry Draw 452: 5,000 French Invitations at CRS 407
Canada issued 5,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence in Express Entry draw #452, held on 27 October 2026. The French-language proficiency round had a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 407.
IRCC’s official round record and Ministerial Instructions confirm the result. The category is identified as French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2. These are invitations to submit applications, not permanent residence approvals.
Official Express Entry draw #452 results
| Draw detail | Official result |
|---|---|
| Draw number | 452 |
| Draw date and time | 27 October 2026 at 10:17:26 UTC |
| Category | French-language proficiency — 2026-Version 2 |
| Invitations issued | 5,000 |
| Minimum CRS score | 407 |
| Rank required | 5,000 or above |
| Tie-breaking rule | 13 July 2026 at 19:22:00 UTC |
What CRS 407 means for applicants
The cutoff applies to eligible candidates in this particular French-language round. It is not a new minimum score for every Express Entry applicant. At the lowest invited score, IRCC uses the profile-submission date and time to resolve ties; the official threshold is shown above.
French-language eligibility still matters
Candidates must qualify for an Express Entry programme and meet the round’s category conditions. The French requirement is NCLC 7 or higher in each of listening, reading, writing and speaking, supported by an approved test. The round’s instructions require French results less than two years old.
French ability alone does not remove the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class or Federal Skilled Trades Program requirements. IRCC ranks eligible category candidates by CRS. Our Canada PR through French guide explains the distinction between programme eligibility, language benchmarks and ranking.
If you received an invitation
IRCC gives invited candidates 60 days to submit the permanent residence application. Review the invitation in your account, the programme named and the personalised document checklist. Ensure the claims in the profile can be supported by the application records.
Changes in personal circumstances can affect the score or eligibility. IRCC advises recalculating the score before applying where circumstances have changed. An invitation is a step towards a decision, and does not guarantee approval.
If you were not invited
This result does not establish the next draw date or cutoff. Consider your full eligibility and evidence rather than planning around a repeated score of 407. The Canada PR process overview explains the broader application stages.
Official sources
IRCC Ministerial Instructions — draw #452 | Official rounds of invitations | Category-based selection requirements | Applying after an invitation
Discuss your Canada PR profile
Peerless Immigration Services can review your programme eligibility, language results, CRS calculation and application evidence. No invitation or PR outcome is guaranteed. Call +91-8595010514 or email info@peerlessimmigration.com.
Frequently asked questions
What was the latest Express Entry draw verified on 28 October?
Draw #452 was held on 27 October 2026, with 5,000 French-language invitations and a minimum CRS score of 407.
Does CRS 407 qualify everyone in the pool?
No. This cutoff applies to eligible candidates in the French-language round, subject to its conditions and tie-breaking rule.
What French level is required?
At least NCLC 7 in each of the four language abilities, with qualifying approved test results.
How long do invited candidates have to apply?
The invitation is valid for 60 days. The PR application must be submitted within that period.
Does an invitation mean PR is approved?
No. IRCC must assess the application, including programme and category eligibility and admissibility.
