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International Graduate Retention Incentive Program (IGRIP)
What is IGRIP?
IGRIP stands for the “International Graduate Retention Incentive Program”, and it is administered by the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism.
Eligible candidates are international students who have graduated from a recognized post secondary educational institution in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, who were nominated for Permanent Residency through the Provincial Nominee Program and who have been living and working in the province at least one year from the date of receiving permanent residency. These candidates may apply to receive a one-time payment ranging from $1,000 - $2,500 depending on the degree or diploma completed.
How do I know if I'm eligible for an IGRIP payment?
To see if you are eligible for IGRIP, please see our eligibility criteria which can be found
here 
.
How do I apply?
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply to IGRIP using this application form found
here . You will also need to submit various supporting documents along with your application form. Please see the application form for more information about these supporting documents.
How do I receive an IGRIP payment?
IGRIP payments will be directly deposited into your personal bank account. In order to receive these payments, (and in addition to your application and supporting documents) applicants must submit the following form, found
here . Please complete only the sections that are highlighted in yellow. For "Supplier Name", please write your name.
I have some more questions.....
Please see our FAQ document, found here . If you have further questions, please contact the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism via email:
pnp@gov.nl.ca or by telephone: 709-729-5847.
NOTE: You will not be eligible for the International Graduate Retention Incentive if you have intentionally misrepresented yourself or your circumstances in your application.
NOTE: Any activity potentially constituting fraud will be investigated and may result in criminal proceedings.