Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program
Newfoundland and Labrador have evolved into one of Canada's prominent economic regions. Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is separated into two parts: Newfoundland Island and Labrador, which is connected to the mainland.
This Canadian province also has a separate Canada immigration program, the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program, designed to attract skilled professionals worldwide to contribute to its local economy.
If you also plan to settle down in this Canadian province, this comprehensive guide is for you. Here, we will provide every detail about the Newfoundland immigration program, from its eligibility criteria to its application process.
What is the Newfoundland and Labrador immigration program?
Newfoundland and Labrador have a separate immigration pathway called the NLPNP. The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) aims to attract entrepreneurs, skilled workers, and foreign graduates to Canada's Newfoundland and Labrador provinces.
This program is a component of the provincial nominee program of Canada, under which provinces and territories are empowered to respond to their particular economic and labour market requirements by nominating people for permanent residency.
Streams under the Newfoundland and Labrador immigration program
The following information explains the different streams under the Newfoundland and Labrador immigration program.
Category | Description |
NL express entry skilled worker | Faster processing of permanent residency through express entry. |
Skilled worker category | Skilled workers with valid and full-time job offers in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
International graduate category | For recent Canadian graduates with job offers in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
International entrepreneur category | For experienced entrepreneurs starting or buying businesses. |
Graduate entrepreneur category | For provincial graduates managing a business in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
Atlantic immigration pilot program | Federal-provincial program to address labour shortages. |
Eligibility criteria for Newfoundland and Labrador provincial nominee program
The following information explains the requirements for different streams of the Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration program.
Newfoundland and Labrador express entry skilled worker
The following conditions must be met to apply for the Newfoundland and Labrador express entry skilled worker program:
Criteria | Details |
Occupation level | TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations. |
Job offer | - Valid JVA (in the absence of a government authorisation or work permit) - Minimum 30 hours/week - Minimum 1-year duration with possible extension. |
Employer requirements | - Eligible Newfoundland and Labrador employer - Comply with Newfoundland and Labrador's current salary rates and employment norms. |
Compensation | Salary or hourly wage (no commission). |
Qualifications | Appropriate education, experience, or certification by NOC employment standards. |
Work experience documentation | All employment experience listed in the express entry pool must be verified. |
Immigration status (If in Canada) | Valid status with a minimum of 4 months remaining. |
Settlement intent | Demonstrate your ability and intention to live permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
Financial requirements | Show sufficient funds for living costs, relocation, travel, PR fees, and other expenses. |
Business ownership | An employer's ownership stake cannot exceed 10% except for entrepreneurs. |
Education | Canadian post-secondary degree/diploma or valid ECA. |
Language proficiency | Valid English/French test scores meeting federal express entry stream requirements (e.g., IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF). |
Points assessment | Score at least 67 points on the NLPNP points assessment grid. |
Representative use | Must ensure third-party representatives are authorised and registered. |
NL skilled worker
To apply for the Newfoundland and Labrador skilled worker stream, you are required to fulfil the following eligibility requirements.
Criteria | Details |
Job requirements | - Full-time employment offer or full-time position in TEER 0-5 profession. - A valid JVA (without an alternate authorisation or work permit). - A minimum of 30 hours per week for one year, with the possibility of an extension. - The employer must be eligible and meet pay and provincial employment criteria. |
Compensation | Salary or hourly wage; no commission-based pay. |
Qualifications for the job | Candidates must fulfil the employment requirements of the NOC code, which include obtaining the required education, training, and certification. |
Age requirement | 21-59 |
Immigration status (if in Canada) | Must show that they are a legitimate immigrant with at least four months left on their permit. |
Settlement intention | Make plans to move to Newfoundland and Labrador with your family members. |
Financial resources | Show that you have enough settlement money to cover living expenses, moving expenses, federal taxes, and other charges. |
Ownership restriction | 10% or less cannot be owned by a business (not applicable to selected entrepreneurs). |
Language proficiency | - Employment offers for TEER 4 or 5 require a valid language test:
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Authorised representation | Representatives must be registered and permitted to act on behalf of the applicant. |
NL International graduate category
To apply for Newfoundland and Labrador’s international graduate category, you should meet the following requirements:
Criteria | Details |
Work permit requirement | Must have at least four months left on their IRCC post-graduation work permit (PGWP). |
Job requirements | - Employment offer or full-time role in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3, or in the highly sought-after TEER 4 occupation. - 30 hours a week at the very least for a year, with the prospect of an extension - The employer must be qualified and adhere to wage rules. |
Compensation | Salary or hourly wage; no commission-based pay. |
Qualifications | Appropriate education, training, or certification following NOC regulations. |
Field of study alignment | - The position must be related to the candidate's academic program. - Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic graduates may pursue careers in allied fields with growth opportunities. |
have worked | Before applying, you must have worked in a position related to your field of study for at least a year in Newfoundland and Labrador. |
Language proficiency (TEER 4) | - Valid English or French test:
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Age requirement | 21-59 |
Settlement intention | If appropriate, consider relocating to Newfoundland and Labrador permanently with family. |
Financial resources | Show that you have enough money for living expenditures, moving fees, and PR-related costs. |
Ownership restriction | The business ownership stake must not exceed 10%. |
Authorised representation | To act on behalf of the application, representatives need to be authorised and registered. |
NL International entrepreneur category
To apply for Newfoundland and Labrador’s international entrepreneur category, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Criteria | Details |
Age requirement | 21-59 |
Business plan | Submit a detailed business plan with verified financial documentation from a recognised third-party professional (fees to be borne by the applicant). |
Education | Canadian high school diploma or equivalent foreign credential verified by an ECA completed within the last 5 years. |
Residency and business intent | Aim to own and actively run a company that generates substantial economic advantages for the province while permanently relocating to Newfoundland and Labrador. |
Net worth | A minimum of CAD 600,000 in easily transferable personal and commercial assets that are not encumbered. |
Investment requirement | Establishing a firm in Newfoundland and Labrador requires a minimum of CAD 200,000 in personal contribution, with at least 33.3% ownership or $1 million in equity investment. |
Job creation | Provide a resident (a Canadian citizen or permanent resident) with at least one comparable full-time position. |
Business type | A business needs to be a for-profit company that makes money by selling goods and services. |
Experience | - Minimum 2 years of experience running a company for at least 25% of the last five years, OR - Five or more years of senior business management experience within the previous ten years. |
Language proficiency | CLB 5 in English or French (CELPIP General, IELTS General, or TEF are accepted examinations). |
Expression of interest (EOI) | The office of immigration and multiculturalism will send you an invitation to apply when you submit an online EOI. |
NL graduate entreprenuer
To apply for Newfoundland and Labrador’s graduate entrepreneur stream, you must fulfil the following requirements:
Criteria | Details |
Age requirement | Must be at least 21 years old. |
Business continuity plan | Provide a business continuity plan and validated financial records from a reputable third-party expert; the applicant is responsible for paying these fees. |
Education | After submitting the expression of interest, finish at least two academic years of full-time, in-person coursework at Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic to earn a degree or diploma. |
Work permit | Must have a valid post-graduate work permit. |
Residency and business intent | Make plans to own and actively run a company that generates substantial economic benefits for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador while relocating there permanently. |
Business ownership | At least one year of consistent experience running and controlling the company, with at least 33.3% of the business. |
Job creation | Show that you can provide inhabitants (Canadian citizens or permanent residents) with at least one full-time equivalent job. |
Business type | Show that you can provide inhabitants (Canadian citizens or permanent residents) with at least one full-time equivalent job. |
Language proficiency | A minimum of CLB 7 in English or French for speaking, listening, reading, and writing. |
Expression of interest (EOI) | The office of immigration and multiculturalism will send you an invitation to apply when you submit an online expression of interest. |
NL Atlantic immigration pilot program
The following prerequisites must be fulfilled to apply for Newfoundland and Labrador's Atlantic immigration pilot program:
Criteria | Details |
Endorsement certificate | Must possess a current province-issued endorsement certificate. |
Work permit referral letter | When an international worker needs a work permit, the province must provide a work permit referral letter. |
Documents required for Newfound and Labrador immigration program
The following information explains the document requirements for the Newfoundland and Labrador immigration program.
Category | Required Documents/Details | Additional Notes |
Translation and certification | - Certified translation by a Canadian-certified translator OR affidavit by the translator. - A certified copy of the original document. | Applies to all non-English/French documents. |
Travel documents and passports | - Color copies of: - Passport number, date of issue/expiry. - Photo, name, DOB, and birthplace. - Amendments (if any). - Validity (6+ months). - Visa for residing in a non-citizenship country (if applicable). | Applies to principal applicant, spouse, and dependent children. |
Temporary visas/Permits | - Work permits - Study permits - Visitor records - Visas in passports | Proof of valid Canadian status (if applicable). |
Identity and civil status | - Birth certificates (full names, DOB, and parents' names). - Marriage certificates (if applicable). - Divorce/separation documents (if applicable). - Certificates of death for ex-spouses (if any). - If applicable, the Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409). | Applies to principal applicant, spouse, and dependent children. |
Custody for dependent children | - Custody agreements for dependent children immigrating. - Signed IMM 5604 form. - Proof of non-accompanying parent’s consent. - Contact information of the non-accompanying parent. | For children under 18 years of age. |
Express entry (if applicable) | - Express entry profile number. - Job seeker validation Code. | Applies to express entry applicants only. |
Employment information | - 4 recent payslips. - T4s from previous tax years (if any). - Labour Market Impact Assessment (if applicable). - Employment verification letters. - Employment contracts. - NLPNP employment offer. - Evidence meeting NOC code requirements (diplomas, certifications, etc.). - Registration for regulated professions (if applicable). | Ensure the employer provides complete and signed documents. |
Financial information | - Bank certificates and account statements (last 3 months). - Mortgage documents (if applicable). - Investment documents (if applicable). | Proof of unencumbered and readily available funds. |
Education information | - Transcripts and diplomas meeting NOC requirements. - ECA for non-Canadian education. - Enrollment verification (if spouse is studying). - Explanation for out-of-province graduates (if applicable). | Documents must meet specific requirements for NOC codes. |
Language proficiency | - IELTS, CELPIP, TEF Canada, or TCF Canada test results are valid. | Required for jobs requiring express entry or NOC TEER 4/5. |
Police certificates and clearances | - Recent police certificates from all countries lived in for 6+ months since age 18. | Certificates are usually valid for one year unless stated otherwise. |
Proof of family in Canada (if applicable) | - Proof of relationship (birth, marriage, or adoption certificates). - Proof of status (PR card, work permit, etc.). - Proof of residency (utility bills with name/address). | Pertains to close family members (parents, siblings, cousins, etc.). |
Federal forms | - IMM 0008: Generic application form. - IMM 0008DEP: Additional dependents (if >5 dependents). - IMM 5669: Background Declaration (principal applicant, spouse, dependents aged 18+). - IMM 5406: Additional family information. - IMM 0008 Schedule 4: Economic classes. - IMM 5562: Travel history. - IMM 5476: Use of representative (if applicable). - IMM 5604: Separation declaration (if required). - IMM 5409: Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (if applicable). - IMM 5690: Document checklist. | Mandatory for all NLPNP applicants. |
Apply for Newfoundland and Labrador provincial nominee program
To successfully apply for the Newfoundland and Labrador PNP program, you must follow the following steps:
- Making sure you fulfil the qualifying standards of the Newfoundland and Labrador provincial nominee program is one of the first stages in applying for the PNP program.
- If you meet the eligibility criteria of the Newfoundland and Labrador immigration program, you must select the NLPNP stream for which you want to apply.
- Send an expression of interest to show your intention to reside in the province and contribute to its economy.
- If your EOI is successfully accepted, the province's immigration authority will send you the NOI(notification of Interest) to show an interest in your application.
- Now, create an account by visiting the official website, NLPNP.
- After that, you have to provide complete details about yourself along with documents.
- The Immigration authority will review the information you provide. If your profile is chosen, you will receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply).
- After that, you will have 60 days to submit a complete application along with your documents and all information.
- You will get the COPR(Confirmation of Permanent Residency) if selected.
Newfoundland and Labrador PR pathway fee for Indians
The following information explains the fee of the Newfoundland and Labrador PR pathway.
Category | Fee (in CAD) |
NL express entry skilled worker | CAD 250 |
Skilled worker category | CAD 250 |
International graduate category | CAD 250 |
International entrepreneur category | No fee |
Graduate entrepreneur category | CAD 250 |
Atlantic immigration pilot program | CAD 1,365 (CAD 515 for the right of permanent residency and CAD 850 for the processing fee) |
Newfoundland and Labrador PR pathway processing time
Up to six months may pass throughout the Newfoundland and Labrador PR pathway processing period. However, it could change depending on your nationality and the immigration authority's workload.
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Newfoundland and Labrador Latest Draw 2025
Date Issued | Number of ITAs Issued |
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July 29, 2025 | 150 |
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May 29, 2025 | 405 |
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