As per the official updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the latest Express Entry draw #330 was announced on 16th December 2024.
Express Entry Draw #330
The latest Express Entry draw details are as follows:
Date of Draw: 16.12.2024
Day of Draw: Monday
Time of Draw: 13:39:10 UTC
Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program draw
ITAs issued: 1085
CRS score cut-off: 727
Who Received the Invitation to Apply in the latest Express Entry Draw #330?
In Express Entry draw #330, candidates who received invitations were those nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program. The PNP nomination ensures that candidates have skills and experience that align with regional economic priorities, making them valuable contributors to Canada’s provincial workforce.
Candidates who successfully secured provincial nominations were prioritized, as a nomination adds 600 points to their existing CRS score. This makes PNP pathways one of the most effective ways for candidates in the Express Entry pool to achieve an ITA.
The Express Entry profiles that received the ITAs in the latest #330 Express Entry draw met the following criteria:
- Were eligible for one of the three pathways managed by the Express Entry system – FSWP, CEC, and the FSTP
- Had an active Express Entry profile in the pool
- Scored at least or more than 727 points in the Comprehensive Ranking System
- Had a provincial nomination certificate from one of the Canadian provinces.
- Were among the top 1085 applicants in the Express Entry pool.
All previous PNP Express Entry draws in 2024
The latest Express Entry Draw #330 was the 14th PNP draw of the year. As 2024 comes to a close, below is the complete list of Express Entry draws exclusively for Provincial Nominee Program.
| Draw # | Draw Date | Number of ITAs issued | CRS score cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 | 16.12.2024 | 1085 | 727 |
| 328 | 02.12.2024 | 676 | 705 |
| 325 | 18.11.2024 | 174 | 816 |
| 322 | 12.11.2024 | 733 | 812 |
| 319 | 21.10.2024 | 648 | 791 |
| 316 | 07.10.2024 | 1613 | 743 |
| 313 | 09.09.2024 | 911 | 732 |
| 311 | 26.08.2024 | 1121 | 694 |
| 308 | 13.08.2024 | 763 | 690 |
| 306 | 30.07.2024 | 964 | 686 |
| 303 | 16.07.2024 | 1391 | 670 |
| 299 | 02.07.2024 | 920 | 739 |
| 298 | 19.07.2024 | 1499 | 663 |
| 296 | 30.05.2024 | 2985 | 676 |
How to get ready for Express Entry Draws in 2025?
As Canada prepares to welcome more skilled immigrants in 2025, you must begin strategizing now to maximize your chances of success in the upcoming Express Entry draws.
Here’s how you can prepare:
- Increase your CRS score: Improve language test results, gain additional work experience, or pursue higher education credentials to boost your CRS ranking.
- Explore PNP pathways: Research Provincial Nominee Programs that align with your skills, work experience, and career goals. Securing a PNP nomination can significantly enhance your profile and even improve your score by a massive 600 points.
- Stay informed: Regularly monitor Talent Connected Worldwide to stay updated on draw trends and CRS score requirements.
- Prepare documents early: Ensure your Express Entry profile is accurate and up-to-date, including valid language test scores, educational credential assessments, and work experience documentation.
Missed your ITA in the Express Entry draw #330? Save your seat in the next draw with Talent Connected Worldwide.
