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Notice: The CRS structure changed on November 3, 2026. IRCC says profiles in the pool are recalculated automatically, taking up to about two weeks, with draws paused during the transition. The next round date is not confirmed.Official sources
Hong Kong pathways: distinguish closed intake from processing
Background: the August notice separates new intake from existing files.
Official announcement: · Source reviewed: 2026-11-04
Effective date: 2026-08-31
Announcement in context
IRCC said these temporary permanent residence pathways would stop accepting new applications on August 31, 2026, while processing applications received by that date.
What to check next
Consult current instructions for your existing file. A closed intake does not mean every submitted application has been decided.
