British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program 2022

Who Qualifies for the BC PNP?

You must meet specific requirements to be eligible for BC PNP. The eligibility requirements vary based on the program.

However, all of the programs require that you meet certain basic qualifying conditions.

These are the following:

• For immigration to British Columbia, you must have proof of legal status.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a related skilled occupation is necessary.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to carry out the obligations assigned by the BC employer.
• Must have a job offer from a company in British Columbia (not required for some programs).
• Must be able to communicate in the appropriate languages.

Who is eligible to apply for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP Skilled)'s Immigrants Program?

The table below lists the people who are eligible to apply for the Skilled Immigrants Program under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP).

Immigration Stream	Who Can Apply?
Health Care Professional Category	Specialist Registered Psychiatric Nurse Physician Midwife Registered Nurse Clinical Pharmacist Medical Radiation Technologist Physiotherapist Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Occupational Therapist Medical Laboratory Technologist
Skilled Worker Category	Skilled workers applying for occupations under NOC skill level A, B or 0
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled Worker Category	Skilled workers in skilled occupations: Hospitality or Tourism Food Processing Long-Haul Trucking Already working in the Northeast Development Region of British Columbia
International Graduate Category	Students studying under registered Canadian educational institutions: Internships, Co-Op Work Terms Practicum (Eight-Month Requirement) Graduate or Undergraduate Degree Diploma (Eight-Month Requirement)
International Post-Graduate Category	International students having a doctoral or master's degree from an eligible institution in British Columbia. The acceptable fields of study are: Physical Sciences Natural Resources Conservation & Research Agriculture Mathematics & Statistics Computer & Information Sciences & Support Services Engineering Technology Biological & Biomedical Sciences Health Professions & Related Clinical Sciences Engineering

What documents are necessary for the Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) in British Columbia?

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has its own set of documentation. It is contingent on the immigration program to which you are applying. However, some fundamental documents are required.

These are the following:

• Passport must be valid.
• With an official letterhead, an employment offer is made.
• Results of language proficiency tests
• Certificate of Birth
• Proof of civil identity
• Evidence of funds
• Police certificate clearance
• Documents required for the trip
• Reference letters from prior employers as proof of legal status
• Assessment of Educational Credentials (ECA)

How can you apply for the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) in British Columbia?

There are two ways to apply for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP).

Process - 1

• Step 1: Review the eligibility requirements.
• Step 2: Research immigration programs in British Columbia that are appropriate for you.
• Step 3: Eligible applicants can then submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) (Expression of Interest).
• Step 4: The profile will be examined by the province.
• Step 5: If you are chosen, you will be nominated by your province.
• Step 6: To obtain permanent residence, you must first build an Express Entry profile.
• Step 7: In the Express Entry, you must upload the required credentials.

Process - 2

• Step 1: Determine whether you qualify for Canada Express Entry.
• Step 2: Make an Express Entry Profile.
• Step 3: Upload all of your documentation.
• Step 4: Wait for British Columbia's nomination.
• Step 5: You must accept the nomination from the province (Extra 600 CRS Points)
• Step 6: Submit the Expression of Interest (Expression of Interest)
• Step 7: You will then receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
• Step 8: After that, you can transmit the rest of the required paperwork.
• Step 9: Within six months, you will be granted permanent residence.

How much does it cost to apply to the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)?

The cost of applying to the Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) in British Columbia varies. It is contingent on the immigration policies in place.

The table below shows the charge structure in detail.

Fee for the Right of Permanent Residence - CAD 500

CAD 225 for a dependent kid

Immigration Program	Registration Fee (in Canadian Dollars)	Application Fee(in Canadian Dollars)	Request for Review Fee (in Canadian Dollars)	Additional Fees (in Canadian Dollars)
Skills Immigration	-	1150	500	-
Entrepreneur Immigration	300	3500	500	-
Strategic Projects Category	300	3500	500	1000 (for every key staff)

How long does BC PNP take to obtain?

The length of time it takes to obtain BC PNP is determined on the immigration program.

The table below shows the approximate processing time.

Immigration Program	Estimated Time Period
Skills Immigration Stream	About 2 - 3 Months
Express Entry BC	About 2 - 3 Months
Entrepreneur Immigration Stream	About Four Months