Immigration News Seventh Express Entry draw in Canada Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) April 11, 2018 IMPACT – MEDIUM Canada conducted its seventh Express Entry draw of the year Wednesday, issuing 3,500 invitations to apply for permanent residency. The lowest qualifying Comprehensive Ranking System score was 444. The number of invitations was the most so far this year and was up by 500 from other recent draws. The minimum qualifying score dipped by two points from the last draw. Date Invitations Minimum Score Jan.10, 2018 2,750 446 Jan. 24, 2018 2,750 444 Feb. 7, 2018 3,000 442 Feb. 21, 2018 3,000 442 March 14, 2018 3,000 456 March 26, 2018 3,000 446 April 11, 2018 3,500 444 BAL Analysis: Canada continues to invite a high number of individuals for permanent residency. The increased number of invitations and the relatively low minimum score are good news for applicants. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney. Copyright © 2018 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@bal.com.
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