PNP Streams
1. Worker Streams:
- Skilled Worker
- Semi-Skilled Worker
- Critical Worker
- International Graduate
2. Entrepreneur Streams:
- Business Immigration
- Entrepreneur
- Farm Entrepreneur
3. Student Streams:
- International Student
- Graduate Student
4. Family Streams:
- Family Sponsorship
- Parent/Grandparent Sponsorship
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age: 21-55 years old (varies by province)
2. Education: High school diploma or post-secondary certificate/diploma
3. Language Proficiency:
- IELTS (General Training): 6.0-7.0
- CELPIP (General): 7-9
- TEF: 248-372
- TCF: 523-576
4. Work Experience: 1-2 years (varies by province)
5. Adaptability: Points awarded for spouse/common-law partner's language proficiency, education, and work experience
Provincial Requirements
1. Ontario:
- OINP (Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program)
- Express Entry alignment
- Minimum $1.5 million net worth for entrepreneurs
- Minimum 36 months of business experience
2. British Columbia:
- BC PNP (British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program)
- Job offer required
- Minimum $600,000 net worth for entrepreneurs
- Minimum 3 years of business experience
3. Alberta:
- AINP (Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program)
- Express Entry alignment
- Minimum $500,000 net worth for entrepreneurs
- Minimum 2 years of business experience
Application Process
1. Step 1: Meet eligibility criteria
2. Step 2: Choose a PNP stream
3. Step 3: Submit application to province
4. Step 4: Receive provincial nomination certificate
5. Step 5: Apply for permanent residence
6. Step 6: Medical examination and police certificates
7. Step 7: Receive confirmation of permanent residence
Timeline
1. Provincial application processing: 2-6 months
2. IRCC processing: 6-12 months
Fees
1. Provincial application fees: vary ($500-$2,000)
2. IRCC application fees: $825 CAD
3. Biometrics fee: $85 CAD
Documents Required
1. Passport
2. Language test results
3. Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report
4. Police certificates
5. Medical certificate
6. Proof of settlement funds
7. Business plan (for entrepreneurs)
8. Financial statements (for entrepreneurs)
Points System
1. Age: 12 points
2. Education: 25 points
3. Language Proficiency: 30 points
4. Work Experience: 50 points
5. Adaptability: 10 points
6. Job Offer: 50 points
Resources
1. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
2. Provincial government websites
3. Consult with an immigration lawyer or expert
Additional Requirements
1. Language Test: Valid for 2 years
2. ECA Report: Valid for 5 years
3. Police Certificates: Valid for 6 months
4. Medical Certificate: Valid for 12 months
Would you like me to:
1. Provide information on specific PNP streams
2. Offer tips for a successful application
3. Discuss common issues or challenges
4. Explore alternative immigration programs
5. Anything else?
0 Comments