French-language draws require 123 fewer CRS points
On June 23, IRCC sent 4,000 invitations with a 516-point CRS cutoff. Yet draws targeting French-language proficiency regularly drop to 393 points. That's a 123-point difference. If you're preparing for TCF Canada, this changes everything.
The advantage
French-language Express Entry draws have much lower CRS thresholds. Your TCF Canada score is the key to qualifying.
Many French-speaking candidates don't realize they can target these draws.
Key points
- The latest CEC draw required 516 CRS points.
- French-language draws go as low as 393 points: 123 points less.
- A strong TCF Canada score is enough to qualify for these draws.
Why so many French speakers miss this opportunity
Most candidates only watch the general draws and get discouraged by the high cutoffs. They don't realize IRCC runs specific draws for French-language profiles. To qualify, you need to prove your French proficiency with a recognized test like TCF Canada. CLB 7 or higher across all four skills opens this door.
Check if your level is high enough
The question isn't whether you speak French. It's whether your TCF Canada score reaches CLB 7 in every skill. Our free tests let you diagnose your real level in listening and reading comprehension. You'll know in minutes whether you're in the zone.
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