Newfoundland and Labrador (NLPNP)

Overview

The Newfoundland and Labrador PNP (NLPNP) nominates skilled workers, international graduates and entrepreneurs who will settle in the province.

Key points

Who can apply

• Workers with a job offer from a provincial employer
• Graduates of the province’s institutions
• Entrepreneurs who will run a business locally

Eligibility details

• Meet the criteria of a stream run by Newfoundland and Labrador, such as a job offer, work experience, education or a connection to the province
• Show you intend to live in Newfoundland and Labrador and become a permanent resident of Canada
• Express Entry streams need an active Express Entry profile that meets a federal program
• For non-Express Entry streams, apply to the province first and then to IRCC
• A nomination through Express Entry gives 600 extra CRS points

How the process works

1. Choose a streamWe match your profile to the streams of Newfoundland and Labrador
2. Meet the stream rulesJob offer, experience, education or ties as required
3. Apply or registerApply to the province or enter the Express Entry pool as the stream requires
4. Get nominatedThe province issues a nomination if you qualify
5. Apply to IRCCApply for permanent residence through Express Entry or the non-Express Entry process

How OvalArc helps

1. Free assessmentWe review your age, education, work history and language score.
2. Route planYou receive options with costs and timelines in writing.
3. DocumentsWe prepare and check every document before filing.
4. Filing and follow-upWe submit, track and respond to the authority.

Costs and timelines

• Provincial application or registration fees, if charged
• Language test and education credential assessment
• IRCC permanent residence fees, biometrics and medical exam
• Relocation and settlement funds

Government fees and processing times change. Your adviser gives the current figures from the official source.

Documents we usually need

• Valid passport
• Education certificates and mark sheets
• Work experience and reference letters
• Language test result (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF or other)
• Police clearance and medical when required
• Proof of funds and civil documents

The exact list depends on your case.

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting documents that do not match each other
• Missing deadlines in an invitation or request letter
• Hiding past refusals or travel history
• Relying on outdated rules from old web pages

Common questions