Express Entry draws in May 2026
Quick answer
In May 2026, IRCC held 4 Express Entry rounds (French, CEC, PNP), issuing 8,214 invitations to apply. Minimum CRS scores ranged from 409 to 805.
By draw type
- French1 round · 4,500 ITAs · lowest 409
- CEC1 round · 3,000 ITAs · lowest 518
- PNP2 rounds · 714 ITAs · lowest 798
Same month last year
In May 2025, IRCC held 4 rounds with 2,511 invitations (+5,703 this year), and cut-offs from 479 to 706. See May 2025.
First round this month: May 11, 2026 · last: May 28, 2026