Express Entry Draw #398: 4,000 invitations, CRS 467
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Verified IRCC results
Draw #398
Healthcare and social services occupations
February 20, 2026
Draw
#398
Invitations
4,000
CRS score
467
Official source · Data published by IRCC
IRCC issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in Express Entry draw #398 on February 20, 2026. The round was for Healthcare and social services occupations, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 467.
Official results for draw #398
| Draw date | February 20, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Round type | Healthcare and social services occupations |
| ITAs issued | 4,000 |
| Minimum CRS score | 467 |
What this round means
This category-based round targeted the group defined by IRCC. Candidates must meet the category requirements and the requirements of an Express Entry program for which they are eligible.
A published cut-off describes this completed round; it is not a forecast or an invitation for every person with the same score. IRCC can change the type, size and timing of future rounds.
What to check in your profile
- Confirm that your Express Entry profile is accurate and remains valid.
- Check that your work history, language results and education evidence support the points claimed.
- For a category-based round, verify the current category requirements on IRCC’s official page.
- If you receive an ITA, follow the document instructions and deadline in your account.
Official sources and next step
See IRCC’s official table of Express Entry rounds for the source record. Review category-based selection requirements when they apply. Candidates who receive an ITA should use IRCC’s permanent residence application instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What was the CRS score for draw #398?
IRCC listed a minimum CRS score of 467 for this round.
How many ITAs were issued in draw #398?
IRCC issued 4,000 ITAs in this round.
Does this result guarantee an invitation in a future draw?
No. Each round is separate and its criteria, volume and cut-off can change.
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