08/25/2026
French-language draws aren't just a category in Express Entry anymore β they're leading. But as French becomes the fastest path to an ITA, IRCC is also seeing more fraudulent test results, and every single one submitted with a PR application is being actively verified. Suspicious results are getting flagged, PFLs are going out specifically on French test authenticity, and misrepresentation proceedings are opening. Officers are trained to spot unusual score patterns, results that don't match the rest of the profile, and formatting inconsistencies. A fake result isn't a shortcut β it's a 5-year ban, a refused application, and a permanent fraud record. If your CRS strategy depends on a strong French result, make sure it's genuine before you submit.