Provincial Nominee Program
PATH TO CANADIAN RESIDENCY THROUGH PROVINCIAL NOMINATIONS
Explore the different provinces and territories to identify which best suits your skills, work experience, and lifestyle preferences. Choosing the right one can enhance your chances of success.
Each provincial stream has its own set of eligibility criteria. Carefully review these to ensure you meet all requirements before starting the application process.
Once you’ve identified the appropriate province or territory, submit your application according to their specific guidelines and procedures for provincial nomination.
If your application is successful, you’ll be awarded a Provincial Nomination Certificate. This nomination significantly boosts your chances of being selected for permanent residency.
With your provincial nomination in hand, submit your permanent residence application to the IRCC. The nomination will strengthen your overall application and increase your chances of approval.
Why to Choose Provincial Nominee Program
The PNP allows candidates to align their skills, work experience, and education with the specific demands of the province or territory, increasing the chances of securing a nomination.
A provincial nomination adds 600 points to your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, almost guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence through Express Entry.
With a nomination from a province or territory, the application process for permanent residence is often expedited, leading to quicker approval and a faster move to Canada.
Each province and territory sets its own PNP criteria.
Language test results (IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF) showing English or French proficiency.
Educational equivalency reports from WES or ECA to verify your qualifications.
For certain streams, you may need a valid job offer from an employer located in the province or territory to qualify.
Have work experience that matches the labor market demands of the specific province or territory you are applying to.
Show a genuine commitment to live and work in the province or territory by expressing your intention to settle there permanently.