Express Entry draw #449: 2,500 Canadian Experience Class invitations at CRS 519
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Express Entry draw #449 on October 15, 2026: IRCC invited 2,500 Canadian Experience Class candidates with a minimum CRS score of 519.
Key takeaways
- IRCC held Express Entry round #449 on October 15, 2026, a Canadian Experience Class draw.
- It sent 2,500 invitations to apply for permanent residence.
- The minimum CRS score was 519, 1 points higher than the previous Canadian Experience Class draw (#446 on September 29, 2026, cut-off 518).
What happened
On October 15, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 2,500 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence in a Canadian Experience Class round. Candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 519.
- Round: #449
- Draw type: Canadian Experience Class
- Invitations: 2,500
- Minimum CRS score: 519
- Eligible programs: Canadian Experience Class
How it compares
The cut-off was 1 points higher than the previous Canadian Experience Class draw (#446 on September 29, 2026, cut-off 518).
Tie-breaking rule
Candidates with exactly 519 points were invited only if they submitted their profile before September 21, 2026 at 19:00:47 UTC.
What this means for you
If your CRS score was 519 or higher and you qualified for this Canadian Experience Class round, you should have received an invitation in your account. If not, compare your score with recent cut-offs for the draw types you qualify for. From November 3, 2026, IRCC adds points for Canadian experience and job offers in high-wage occupations, which can change where you stand.
How does this affect your score?
See your CRS score under today’s rules and from November 3, 2026, side by side.
Check my scoreQuestions and answers
What was the CRS cut-off in Express Entry draw #449?
The minimum CRS score was 519.
How many invitations were issued in draw #449?
IRCC issued 2,500 invitations to apply.
What type of draw was #449?
It was a Canadian Experience Class round held on October 15, 2026.
Official sources
- IRCC: Express Entry rounds of invitations · IRCC rounds of invitation
This summary explains official IRCC information in plain language. It is not legal advice. Always check the source before acting. Quick CRS is not affiliated with IRCC.