Provincial Nominee Program
A Permanent Legacy
A Canadian immigration pathway that allows provinces and territories to nominate skilled workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs for permanent residence based on local labor market needs. Successful applicants can obtain Canadian permanent resident status and eventually become eligible for citizenship.
Choose Your Pathway
Create Profile
Build your Express Entry profile with IRCC, including education, work experience, and language scores.
Apply to Province
Submit an application to a participating province or receive a Notification of Interest from them.
Receive Nomination
Obtain a provincial nomination certificate after the province reviews your application.
Gain +600 CRS
Your Express Entry profile receives 600 additional Comprehensive Ranking System points.
Receive ITA
Receive an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence from the federal government.
Choose a Stream
Identify a provincial immigration stream that matches your profile and qualifications.
Apply Directly
Submit your application directly to the province's immigration program, outside of Express Entry.
Receive Nomination
The province reviews and issues a nomination based on their labor market needs.
Submit PR Application
Apply for permanent residence through the federal government using your nomination certificate.
Are You Qualified?
PNP applicants must generally meet these core requirements. Each province may have additional criteria specific to their immigration streams.
Relevant Education & Qualifications
Relevant education and qualifications
Skilled Work Experience
Skilled work experience
Language Proficiency
Language proficiency (IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF)
Sufficient Settlement Funds
Sufficient settlement funds (if required)
Intention to Live in the Province
Intention to live in the nominating province
Meet Provincial Requirements
Ability to meet the specific requirements of the selected province or territory
Required Documents
Organize and prepare these documents before submitting your PNP application. Requirements may vary by province and stream.
Valid Passport
Current, unexpired passport with at least 6 months validity
Educational Credentials
Degrees, diplomas, and ECA reports for foreign credentials
Language Test Results
Official IELTS, CELPIP, or TEF scores within the last two years
Work Experience Docs
Reference letters, contracts, and pay stubs from employers
Police Clearance
Criminal background checks from all countries of residence
Medical Examination
Results from an IRCC-designated panel physician
Proof of Funds
Bank statements demonstrating sufficient settlement funds
Nomination Certificate
Official provincial nomination document from your chosen province
