You may qualify if you:
Have an active Express Entry profile
Meet eligibility for one of the Express Entry programs (FSWP, CEC, or FSTP)
Have skills or work experience aligned with a province’s labour needs
Receive a nomination from a province or territory
A provincial nomination through Express Entry provides additional CRS points, significantly increasing the chance of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Valid passport
Job offer and employment documents (if required)
Proof of work experience
Educational certificates and transcripts
Language test results (if required)
Proof of settlement funds (if required)
Provincial nomination certificate
Police certificates
Medical examination results
Document requirements vary by province, stream, and applicant profile.
Eligibility assessment and Express Entry profile creation
Submission of Expression of Interest (EOI) or provincial application
Provincial nomination approval
Acceptance of nomination in Express Entry profile
Invitation to Apply (ITA) from IRCC
Permanent residence application submission
Final decision by IRCC
Government Fees (Subject to Change)
Provincial nomination application fees (vary by province)
Permanent residence processing fees
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
Biometrics fee (if applicable)
Provincial nomination: Varies by province and stream
Permanent residence application: Several months after nomination
Processing times are estimates and subject to change.
You may qualify if you:
Have a valid job offer from a provincial employer (in most cases)
Have relevant work experience or education tied to the province
Intend to live and work in the nominating province
Meet province-specific language and settlement requirements
Base PNP streams operate outside the Express Entry system.
Valid passport
Job offer and employment documents (if required)
Proof of work experience
Educational certificates and transcripts
Language test results (if required)
Proof of settlement funds (if required)
Provincial nomination certificate
Police certificates
Medical examination results
Document requirements vary by province, stream, and applicant profile.
Stream selection and eligibility assessment
Provincial nomination application submission
Nomination approval by the province
Permanent residence application to IRCC
Biometrics and medical exam
IRCC decision
Government Fees (Subject to Change)
Provincial nomination application fees (vary by province)
Permanent residence processing fees
Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
Biometrics fee (if applicable)
Provincial nomination: Varies by province and stream
Permanent residence application: Several months after nomination
Processing times are estimates and subject to change.
Most provinces and territories participate. Quebec and Nunavut operate separate immigration systems.
Some streams require a job offer, while others do not. Requirements depend on the province and stream.
You may express interest in multiple provinces, but you can only accept one nomination.
No. A nomination allows you to apply for permanent residence, but IRCC makes the final decision.