Types of Permanent Residency Visa
Listed below are the popular options for obtaining Permanent Residency (PR). Most PR pathways offer a long-term visa for the applicant, their spouse, and children. In most cases, PR status can be converted into citizenship. Benefits include free education for children, healthcare, retirement benefits, and visa-free travel.
Skilled Immigration
- Points-Based System
- Available for individuals under 51 years old.
- Requires an occupation listed on the respective country’s skilled occupation list.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience.
- Proficiency in English or French is required.
- One of the most common routes for settling overseas.
State/Territory/Province Sponsored Immigration
Employer-Based Immigration
Family Migration
Investment Migration
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
Why Apply for Newfoundland PNP?
- 67/100 points required on the Canada PR eligibility grid.
- Faster processing times under the Express Entry system.
- Designed to assist skilled professionals in immigrating to Canada.
- High demand for professionals in Mining, Real Estate, and Healthcare sectors.
About Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador is the newest province of Canada, joining the Confederation in 1949. Originally named ‘New Found Land’ by explorers in the late 15th century, the province officially changed its name in 2001. It consists of Newfoundland Island and the mainland region of Labrador.
Capital City: St. John’s
Prominent Cities:
- St. John’s
- Torbay
- Conception Bay South
- Paradise
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay
- Gander
- Mount Pearl
- Corner Brook
- Grand Falls-Windsor
- Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
Newfoundland and Labrador PNP (NLPNP)
As part of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), NLPNP allows the province to nominate individuals for PR who meet the economic and labor market needs. With an annual allocation of 1,050 nominations, the program selects skilled workers based on employer demands and provincial labor shortages.
NLPNP Streams:
- Newfoundland and Labrador Express Entry Skilled Worker
- Skilled Worker
- International Graduate
- International Entrepreneur
- International Graduate Entrepreneur
A nomination through the NLPNP Express Entry Skilled Worker stream provides 600 additional CRS points, ensuring an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR in the next federal Express Entry draw.
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot (AIP) was launched in 2017 to help skilled foreign workers and international graduates settle in Atlantic Canada. Initially a three-year pilot, it has been extended to further attract skilled talent to the region.
Priority Skills Newfoundland and Labrador
Introduced on January 2, 2021, this program attracts highly educated and skilled professionals in high-demand sectors such as technology. Priority Skills NL follows an Expression of Interest (EOI) system, where candidates with the highest scores and employer interest are invited to apply.
Newfoundland PNP Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 22-55 years old.
- Job offer from an NL employer.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Required scores in a language proficiency test (English/French).
- Intention to live and work in NL.
- Valid work permit and associated documents.
- Proof of legal residence in home country.
NLPNP Streams & Requirements
Stream | Requirements |
Express Entry Skilled Worker | – Express Entry profile. – Full-time job offer in NOC 0, A, or B. – Post-secondary education. – Minimum 2 years of experience. – Eligible for provincial licensure (if required). – CLB 7 language proficiency. – Proof of settlement funds. |
Skilled Worker | – Full-time job offer (minimum 2 years). – Relevant qualifications & training. – Valid work permit (minimum 4 months). – Proof of settlement funds. |
International Graduate | – Must have studied in Canada and graduated from a recognized institution. – Minimum 2-year diploma/degree. – Valid Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). – Full-time job offer in NL. – Proof of settlement funds. |
International Entrepreneur | – Age: 21-59 years. – Minimum investment of CAD $200,000 in a business with 33.3% ownership. – Net worth of CAD $600,000. – Minimum 2 years of business management experience. – CLB 5 language proficiency. – Business plan & job creation for Canadian citizens/PRs. |
International Graduate Entrepreneur | – Graduated from Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic. – Valid PGWP. – CLB 7 language proficiency. – One year of business ownership & management. – Business must be for-profit. |
Steps to Apply for Newfoundland and Labrador PNP
Step 1: Check eligibility using EKASO – TAKA Immigration Law Consultants Pvt Ltd Canada PR Points Calculator.
Step 2: Review the NLPNP selection criteria.
Step 3: Gather the required documents.
Step 4: Submit your application for NLPNP.
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