There are two ways to apply for Provincial Nominee Programs in Canada. These are:
Express Entry
Non-Express Entry
Application through Express Entry:
Most of the streams in Provincial Nominee Programs are linked with Express Entry system. You can create a profile and if you score the minimum points you will be entered into the pool of candidates.
If any province has requirements, they can select your profile for nomination. This is subject to the suitability of your profile. You can then apply for the PR Visa after you get Invitation to Apply from any province.
The application directly to a PNP:
If you have a specific Canadian province in your mind, you can easily apply for that province. Below are the steps to directly apply to a Provincial Nominee Program:
- Select a PNP of a Province
- Fulfil the requirements and submit the complete application
- Obtain a nomination from that Province/PNP
- Receive the Nomination certificate
• Apply for Canada PR Visa with IRCC
