How 520-529 holds up historically
Of the 30 Express Entry draws in our dataset, the top of this band (529) would have cleared the cut-off in about 70% of them. It currently falls short of 1 category: Provincial Nominee Program.
Raising your score from here
This is a strong range — you're within reach of Canadian Experience Class and most category draws — a small language or work-experience bump can put general draws in play too.
Frequently asked questions
Does a CRS score of 520-529 clear the latest Express Entry cut-offs?
Yes, for 7 of 8 active categories as of the most recent draws: Physicians with Canadian Work Experience, Skilled Military Recruits, French-Language proficiency, Senior managers with Canadian Work Experience, Transport Occupations, Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, Canadian Experience Class.
How does 520-529 compare to past Express Entry draws?
Looking at the 30 draws in our dataset, a score of 529 would have cleared the cut-off in 21 of them (about 70%).
What's the fastest way to move up from 520-529?
A provincial nomination adds a flat 600 points and is the single biggest lever at any score. Short of that, you're within reach of Canadian Experience Class and most category draws — a small language or work-experience bump can put general draws in play too.
Draw data last verified 2026-09-02. This is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by IRCC. Calculate your exact CRS score or see the full draw history.