CRS 400: your chances of an ITA
Long-shot — focus on category-based or PNPTL;DR
Not realistic for general draws. Cutoffs have not gone this low in 2024-2026.
General draws
Not realistic for general draws. Cutoffs have not gone this low in 2024-2026.
PNP route
PNP is essentially required at this score range to receive an ITA.
Category-based draws
French-proficiency category-based draws have occasionally invited at this range.
What to do at CRS 400
Strong French proficiency, additional studies, more work experience, or PNP nomination are essential to advance.
Frequently asked questions
What is a CRS score of 400 good for in Express Entry?
Not realistic for general draws. Cutoffs have not gone this low in 2024-2026. PNP is essentially required at this score range to receive an ITA. French-proficiency category-based draws have occasionally invited at this range.
Can I get an ITA at CRS 400?
Strong French proficiency, additional studies, more work experience, or PNP nomination are essential to advance.
How can I improve my CRS score from 400?
Most-effective boosts: improve language test scores (CLB 9 vs CLB 7 = significant points), gain another year of skilled work experience, secure a provincial nomination (+600), pursue a higher educational credential, learn French (TEF Canada — major bonus), or get LMIA-supported job offer (note: arranged-employment points were removed in March 2025).
Compare nearby scores
These chance estimates are based on 2024-2026 draw history and may not reflect future draws. Cutoffs change with category, supply of candidates, and IRCC operational priorities. Verify recent draw results on canada.ca's rounds-of-invitations page.