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PV2 / PNC — Provincial Nominee Program
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PV2 / PNC — Provincial Nominee Program

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

7 months – 1.2 years

Estimated Cost

CAD $1,590

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Canada

Cost of Living
12% cheaper than United States
Avg SalaryCA$48,000
Quality of Life
170/200
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Overview

Provincial/territorial nomination for permanent residence, often combined with Express Entry for +600 CRS points.

Canada's Provincial Nominee Program lets provinces nominate foreign nationals whose skills, education, and work experience meet regional labour market needs. Each province runs its own streams — skilled workers, business owners, students — so qualification and processes vary significantly by province.

Nominees must intend to settle in the nominating province, applying provincially then to IRCC for PR. Fees: CAD 990 processing plus CAD 600 Right of Permanent Residence Fee. Express Entry nominees receive +600 CRS points, near-guaranteeing an invitation. Processing takes 7–14 months; spouses get open work permits.

This visa is ideal for internationally trained workers or graduates who want Canadian permanent residence and are willing to commit to a specific province.

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Cost Breakdown

Processing feeCAD $990
Right of Permanent Residence FeeCAD $600
TotalCAD $1,590

Stay & Extensions

Status typePermanent / indefinite

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be nominated by a Canadian province or territory

Must meet the specific qualification criteria of the chosen province's stream (varies by province)

Must intend to reside in the nominating province

Must meet health and security requirements (medical exam and police certificates)

Must demonstrate sufficient settlement funds (if required by the stream)

Must provide valid language test results (if required by the stream)

Must possess relevant education, training, and work experience as per the stream's NOC requirements

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Experience

1+ years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Provincial nomination confirmation/certificate

Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008)

Schedule A – Background/Declaration (IMM 5669)

Additional Family Information (IMM 5406)

Supplementary Information - Your travels (IMM 5562)

Valid passport and travel documents

Educational credentials and Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) if applicable

Language test results (e.g., IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF)

Work experience letters and resume

Proof of settlement funds (bank statements, etc.)

Police certificates

Medical examination results

Use of a Representative form (IMM 5476) if applicable

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • +600 CRS points with nomination
  • Each province has own streams
  • Multiple pathways

Worth Knowing

  • Provincial criteria vary
  • Some require job offer
  • Residency intention in province

Application Process

1

Choose province

Select province/territory matching your profile and available streams

2

Check qualification

Verify your profile appears to address provincial-specific criteria for your chosen stream

3

Create Express Entry profile (if applicable)

If using Express Entry stream, create profile for provincial consideration

4

Apply to province

Submit application to provincial nominee program with required documents

5

Provincial review

Province assesses application against labor market and economic needs

6

Receive provincial nomination

Province issues nomination certificate

7

Apply for permanent residence

Use nomination to apply to federal government for PR

8

Federal processing

IRCC conducts final security, medical, and admissibility checks

9

Receive Confirmation of Permanent Residence

Approved as permanent resident

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Provincial Nominee Program Application—
IMM 0008
Generic Application Form for Canada
Fill online
IMM 0008 SCH4
Schedule 4: Provincial Nominees
Fill online
IMM 5669
Schedule A: Background / Declaration
Fill online

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