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Skilled Worker
The NLPNP Skilled Worker category exists to nominate individuals who have specialized skills that are deemed as having a critical impact on the operations of an employer in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Who is eligible for the Skilled Worker category?
You are eligible for the Skilled Worker category if you:
- Have a full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer, or a job or job offer that has compensation in the form of a salary and benefits package that meets provincial employment standards and prevailing wage rates;
- Have a Citizenship and Immigration Canada Work Permit or is entitled to apply for one;
- Have the qualifications, training, skills, and/or accreditation required for the job;
- Can demonstrate the intention and ability to settle permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador;
- Have a job or job offer that does not contravene existing bargaining unit agreements or any employment disputes;
- Can demonstrate that you have sufficient settlement funds and financial resources to successfully establish yourself and any dependents in Newfoundland and Labrador;
- Your employer (or future employer) can demonstrate a need for your skill set; and
- Can demonstrate sufficient English or French language capability to perform your employment duties.
Who is not eligible for the Skilled Worker category?
You are not eligible for the Skilled Worker category if:
- You are a failed refugee claimant or a refugee claimant living in Newfoundland and Labrador;
- You do not have a full-time job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer (unless your employer can demonstrate a need for your skill set).
- You or any dependent family member over the age of 18 (whether or not the are accompanying them) have a criminal record;
- You have unresolved custody or child support disputes. You must have these issues resolved before starting the immigration process
- You have intentionally misrepresented yourself in the application; or
- If the employer has intentionally misrepresented themselves or you in relation to their role in business.
- Note: If you lose or quit your job during the nomination process, you may lose your eligiblity and your nomination may be cancelled. If you are experiencing issues with your employment, contact your PNP Officer immediately.
- Note: Any activity potentially constituting fraud will be investigated and may result in criminal proceedings.
How do I apply for the Skilled Worker category?
To apply to the Skilled Worker Category, please follow the steps below:
Step 1: Complete all provincial forms listed below
Note: all links below are PDFs and will open in a new window.
- Skilled Worker Application Guide
- Provincial Form - Application
- Provincial Form - Employment Offer
- Provincial Form - Declaration of Personal Net Worth
- Provincial Form - Document Checklist
Step 2: Complete the federal forms listed below
Note: all links below are external websites and will open in a new window.
- Federal Form - Application for Permanent Residence: Guide for Provincial Nominees [IMM EP7000]
- Federal Form - Generic Application Form for Canada [IMM 0008]
- Federal Form - Additional Dependants/Declaration [IMM 0008DEP]
- Federal Form - Schedule A – Background/Declaration [IMM 5669]
- Federal Form - Additional Family Information [IMM 5406]
- Federal Form - Schedule 4: Economic Classes: Provincial Nominees [IMM 0008 SCHEDULE 4]
- Federal Form - Supplementary Information - Your travels [IMM 5562]
- Federal Form - Separation Declaration for Minors Travelling to Canada [IMM 5604] Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union [IMM 5409] (if applicable)
- Federal Form - Fee Payment Form – Application for Permanent Residence [IMM 5620]
- Federal Form - Document Checklist [IMM 5690]
- Federal Form - Use of a Representative [IMM 5476] (if applicable)
Step 3: Gather all required supporting documents
Step 4: Submit your application
PLEASE NOTE:
- Please address your $150 bank draft, money order or certified cheque to: NL Exchequer
- If you are currently working in the province, we will accept copies of original supporting documents with your application. If you are currently outside of the province, we require notarized copies
- Ensure that your passports and work permits are valid and not expired
- Please note you may be required to participate in an interview with a NLPNP Program Officer
- Ensure that you include your Federal forms with your NLPNP application. If you are nominated, these forms will be returned to you to submit with your immigration application
- Review your application and document checklist before applying. If you have any questions during this process, please contact:
- Email: pnp@gov.nl.ca
- Phone: (709) 729-5847
- Please send your application to:
Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism
Human Resources, Labour and Employment
136 Crosbie Road, Viking Bldg., 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 8700
St. John’s, NL
A1B 4J6
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