As of August 21, 2025, Express Entry applicants are required to provide an upfront medical examination at the time of their app

*25년 10월 21일부터는 급행이민 신청시 신체검사 IME(이민건강검진) 제출 필수임.

Program delivery update: Facilitation period for applications received without a medical – Express Entry
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October 21, 2025

As of August 21, 2025, Express Entry applicants are required to provide an upfront medical examination at the time of their application for permanent residence. The Express Entry completeness check instructions have been updated accordingly to include facilitation period timelines. Applications received on or after October 21, 2025, without an immigration medical examination (IME) may be rejected as required.