IRCC held Express Entry draw #408 on April 2, 2026, issuing 3,000 invitations through Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3.

Key facts

  • Round: #408
  • Date: April 2, 2026
  • Round type: Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3
  • Invitations issued: 3,000
  • CRS cutoff: 477
  • Tie-breaking rule: February 14, 2026 at 20:53:54 UTC

Official source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/ministerial-instructions/express-entry-rounds/invitations.html?q=408

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What changed

This round issued 3,000 invitations to apply under Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3. The CRS cut-off was 477.

Who it affects

Candidates eligible for the program or category named in this round. The CRS cut-off alone does not establish eligibility or guarantee an invitation; the applicable round criteria and tie-breaking rule also matter. Check the official instructions linked above.