PNP Base Stream (Non-Express Entry)
Visa Overview
The PNP Base Stream (Non-Express Entry) allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate eligible workers who meet their specific economic and labour-market needs. Unlike Express Entry-linked PNP streams, this pathway is processed outside the Express Entry system.
Processing Time
Processing times vary by province and federal processing requirements and are generally longer than some Express Entry-linked pathways.
Application Fees
Varies by province
PR Pathway
Provincial nomination → Permanent residence.
Key Benefits
- Live and work permanently in Canada
- Obtain nomination from a participating province or territory
- Include eligible family members in your application
- Access eligible healthcare and social services
- Benefit from education and employment opportunities in Canada
- Build a long-term career and settlement in Canada
Eligibility Requirements
Requirements vary significantly by province and nomination stream. Applicants generally need to:
- Meet the requirements of the selected provincial program
- Have relevant education, skills and work experience
- Meet applicable language requirements
- Meet the province’s occupation and labour-market requirements
- Demonstrate an intention to settle in the nominating province or territory
- Meet applicable health and character requirements
- Provide sufficient settlement funds where required
General Requirements
- Valid passport and identity documents
- Educational qualifications and supporting documents
- Employment and work-experience evidence
- Language test results, 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, 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 profile and identifies suitable provincial nomination options.
02
Documentation
Prepare your education, employment, language and supporting documents.
03
Provincial Nomination
Submit your application to the selected province or territory and obtain a nomination if eligible.
04
Permanent Residence Application
After receiving the nomination, submit your permanent residence application through the applicable non-Express Entry process.
05
Processing & Decision
Canadian immigration authorities assess your application and supporting documents before making a final decision.
Need Assistance?
Our migration experts are here to help you with your Provincial Nominee Program – Base Stream (Non-Express Entry) application.
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