Express Entry - PNP Stream
Visa Overview
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate eligible skilled workers based on their economic and labour market needs.
Some PNP streams are aligned with Express Entry. An Express Entry candidate who receives a provincial nomination can receive 600 additional CRS points, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
Processing Time
Processing times vary depending on the province, nomination stream and federal application.
Application Fees
Government and provincial fees vary depending on the province and program.
PR Pathway
Provincial nomination → Express Entry → Permanent residence.
Key Benefits
- Live and work permanently in Canada
- Receive provincial nomination based on your skills and profile
- Gain 600 additional CRS points through an Express Entry-aligned nomination
- Include eligible family members in your application
- Access eligible healthcare and social services
- Build long-term career and settlement opportunities in Canada
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility varies significantly between provinces and nomination streams. Applicants generally need to:
- Meet the requirements of the selected provincial PNP stream
- Have relevant education, skills and work experience
- Meet applicable English or French language requirements
- Have an eligible Express Entry profile for Express Entry-aligned streams
- Meet provincial occupation or labour-market requirements
- Meet applicable admissibility requirements
- Provide sufficient settlement funds where required
General Requirements
- Valid passport and identity documents
- Educational documents
- Employment and work-experience evidence
- Approved language test results, where required
- Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), where required
- Provincial nomination documents
- Police certificates
- Medical examination
- Proof of settlement funds, where required
- Complete and accurate application
- Payment of applicable government and provincial fees
Important Note: PNP requirements, eligible occupations, nomination criteria, fees and processing times vary by province and can change. Sakhi Migration recommends a personalised assessment before starting your application.
Application Process
01
Initial Assessment
Sakhi Migration reviews your education, occupation, work experience, language ability and eligibility for suitable PNP streams.
02
Documentation
Prepare your educational, employment, language and supporting documents.
03
Provincial Nomination
Apply to a suitable provincial nomination stream and obtain a nomination if eligible.
04
Express Entry & ITA
For Express Entry-aligned PNP streams, accept the nomination in your Express Entry profile and receive the additional CRS points. If invited, submit your permanent residence application.
05
Processing & Decision
Canadian immigration authorities assess your permanent residence application and supporting documents before making a final decision.
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