Individuals interested in emigrating to a specific Canadian province or territory can use the provincial nominee programs to gain permanent residence in Canada. Find how to immigrate to Canada as a provincial nominee and get the most up to date information about the Canadian PNP.
Each province and territory in Canada has its own PNP tailored to its individual economic and demographic needs.
The number of invitations for PNP candidates is increased by the Canadian federal government every year. These programs are the most popular way to immigrate to Canada for economic reasons.
Except for Quebec and Nunavut, each province has multiple PNP streams. The provinces created these streams to help them fulfil their own immigration goals, hence the qualifying requirements and application procedures differ. PNPs, on the other hand, are a popular choice because they might be the quickest route to permanent residency in Canada.
Canada’s provinces cannot approve permanent resident status on their own, since all decisions on permanent residency in Canada must be approved at the national level by the federal government. As a result, the provincial programs are referred to as “nominee” programs.
A successful PNP applicant will be nominated by the province to apply for permanent residency with the federal government. This means that applying for a PNP is always the first step in a two-phase process. An interested immigrant must first be authorized at the provincial level before applying to the federal level.
Except for Nunavut and Quebec, each of Canada’s provinces and territories has its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to suit its economic and demographic demands. Because program requirements and application procedures differ significantly between provinces, interested applicants should check with each one to see if they are eligible.
Except for Quebec and Nunavut, each province and territory in Canada has its PNP program with multiple streams. There are over 80 different provincial nominee programs in total.
Depending on the program, the cost of immigrating through a Provincial Nominee Program ranges between $2,300 and $3,800 CAD. Some provinces do not impose processing fees to applicants, while others, such as Ontario, charge up to $1,500 CAD.
Total cost: Between ~$2,300 – $3,800 CAD
There are numerous Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) available to international candidates who do not have a job offer in Canada. Candidates with skills or work experience that can assist the province in responding to the labour market or demographic shortfalls are often targeted for these programs.
PNP qualifying criteria differ from province to province. Because PNPs are part of an economic immigration policy, they are usually designed to attract people who can quickly contribute to the economy and are likely to stay in the province.
As a result, several PNPs give preference to immigrants with experience in in-demand occupations in their province. Other PNPs prefer immigrants who have a personal link to the province, such as a relative, because they are more likely to stay.
Young applicants with great language abilities, high levels of education, and skilled work experience, as with most economic immigration programs, are more likely to succeed. Otherwise, the above-mentioned list of PNPs must be consulted to determine the qualifying criteria for each program individually.
The time it takes to process nomination applications varies by province, however, it usually takes a few months. It takes two steps to apply for permanent residency in Canada through the PNP program.
To begin, you must apply to the province. You must next submit your application to the federal government once that has been authorized.
Only the federal government has the authority to grant you Canadian permanent residence. Whether you filed a ‘basic’ or ‘enhanced’ PNP application will determine how quickly your permanent residence application is processed.
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1- Choose the PNP that’s best for you: To select where you want to immigrate, look at the list of provinces and territories at the top of this page. Check the qualifying conditions for each PNP to see whether you qualify.
2- Apply to the PNP of your choice: Directly apply to the province or territory of your choice.
3- Obtain a Certificate of Provincial Nomination: If your application is approved, the province or territory will sponsor you for permanent residence in Canada.
4- Submit your permanent residency application: Make an application for permanent residence with the Canadian federal government. This can be done online if your preferred PNP is compatible with Express Entry.
To apply for some PNPs, you don’t need an Express Entry profile. These are referred to as ‘basic’ PNPs. While each program’s nomination procedure is unique, the following steps are generally followed:
1- Make an application for a nomination
2- Apply for permanent residence in Canada using the Permanent Residence Portal if nominated.
You can apply for Canadian permanent residency through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s online Permanent Residence Portal after being nominated by a Canadian province or territory.
Permanent residency applications submitted through the Base PNP take substantially longer to process than those submitted through Express Entry. A permanent resident application submitted through Express Entry takes an average of 6 months to process, while a paper-based application takes an average of 18 months to process.
1- Create an account and fill out a profile for Express Entry.
2- Apply to a PNP that is aligned with Express Entry.
3- Receive a nomination for the Express Entry stream
4- Confirm your Express Entry status on your profile to earn 600 bonus points.
5- Wait for a permanent residence invitation to arrive.
6- Use the Express Entry system to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
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Because each province has its qualifying criteria, they employ different point systems to determine who is eligible to apply or receive an invitation. Age, work experience, education, language, and ties to the province are often used to assign points. Not all nominee programs score their candidates using a points system.
You can improve your chances of earning a provincial nomination simply by completing an Express Entry profile. Provinces search through the Express Entry pool on a regular basis, inviting profiles that can assist fill labour or demographic shortfalls. Having a solid profile that shows your interest in many provinces might also improve your chances of being invited through an Express Entry PNP. Because many PNPs need candidates to have a tie to the province, studying or working in Canada can help you have a better chance.
A PNP candidate with job experience and abilities that assist a province in responding to the labour market or demographic demands is excellent. Other elements that could improve one’s chances are:
– Strong ties to the province in which the event is being held (ex. previous work experience, job offer, previous studies, family)
– Work experience in a high-demand field
– Strong command of the English language
– French fluency is required.
When evaluating eligibility or whether a candidate obtains an invitation to a PNP draw, many provinces take into account the applicant’s language exam score. Most programs will take this into account as part of their minimum qualifying requirements or, if relevant, as part of their scoring methodology.
When evaluating eligibility or whether a candidate obtains an invitation to a PNP draw, many provinces take into account the applicant’s language exam score. Most programs will take this into account as part of their minimum qualifying requirements or, if relevant, as part of their scoring methodology.
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An “Invitation to Apply” (also known as a “Notification of Interest” or “Letter of Interest”) is a province’s invitation to apply for nomination. Provinces shall provide applicants with a deadline for submitting their application when they issue an invitation. The deadline varies based on the program via which an applicant is invited.
To apply for most Provincial Nominee Programs, you must have at least one year of work experience. Some nominated programs for post-graduate students, on the other hand, do not require work experience or a job offer to apply. The Ontario Masters Graduate stream, Ontario PhD Graduate stream, and British Columbia International Post-Graduate stream are examples of these programs.
To demonstrate competency in one of Canada’s official languages, almost all PNPs require candidates to take a specified French or English language exam. If you want to immigrate to a specific province, check the language criteria for the program you want to apply for to see what degree of language ability is required.
Most PNPs require an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report showing that an applicant’s overseas qualifications are equivalent in Canada. Check the qualifying requirements for the program you’re applying for to see if you’re eligible for an ECA.
In some areas, you must additionally give the organization permission to discuss the results of your ECA report with the PNP.
Are you eligible for Provincial Nomination programs? Contact us to discuss your eligibility status and PNP options.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be issued a certificate of Provincial Nomination, provided you meet the necessary criteria.
It’s time to apply to the federal government for Canadian permanent resident status. Our processing officers are available to offer you expert assistance.
We will fill out your Express Entry profile and submit it. If you meet the criteria, you will be added to the applicant pool and assigned a CRS score.
If you are part of the highest scores in the pool, you will receive an invitation to apply within 60 days. Most complete applications that have all supporting documents are processed in 6 months or less.
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