Key Facts
Provincial overview
How NLPNP Operates in 2026
The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) stands out in the Canadian immigration landscape by charging $0 in provincial application fees—a landmark policy enacted on 5 December 2025 to accelerate economic and demographic growth in the province. The province also maintains an aggressive target decision turnaround of just 25 business days.
NLPNP streams include the NL Express Entry Skilled Worker stream, the Skilled Worker stream, the International Graduate stream, and the Priority Skills NL pathway. In addition, the province is a leading participant in the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
Pathways breakdown
Active Nomination Streams
Detailed overview of base and enhanced provincial streams, job offer rules, and target candidates.
| Stream Name | Type | Job Offer | Target Profile & Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newfoundland and Labrador Express Entry Skilled Worker | Enhanced (+600) | Required | For candidates in the federal Express Entry pool with a high-skilled job offer from an eligible NL employer. Ideal for: High-skilled professionals with an active Express Entry profile and local employment. |
| Skilled Worker Stream | Base | Required | Base stream for workers with a full-time, indeterminate job offer in TEER 0, 1, 2, 3, or select specialized TEER 4 roles. Ideal for: Foreign workers currently employed or offered employment in Newfoundland & Labrador. |
| International Graduate Stream | Base | Required | For recent graduates of Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic who hold a post-graduation work permit and local job offer. Ideal for: Graduates of NL post-secondary institutions. |
| Priority Skills NL | Base | Not Required | For highly educated, highly skilled specialists with experience in technology, healthcare, aquaculture, and ocean sciences. Ideal for: Master's or PhD graduates and specialized specialists without a mandatory job offer. |
Core Eligibility Requirements for NLPNP
- Full-time, permanent job offer from an eligible Newfoundland and Labrador employer (except Priority Skills NL).
- The employer must demonstrate that the position meets local prevailing wage rates and standard labor criteria.
- Work experience: minimum 1 year of continuous skilled employment.
- Language proficiency: minimum CLB 4 for TEER 4 roles; CLB 5 for TEER 2–3 roles; CLB 7 for Express Entry.
- Demonstrate genuine intent to settle permanently in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Roadmap to nomination
Step-by-Step NLPNP Application Process
From initial Expression of Interest registration to provincial nomination and federal landing.
Obtain Qualifying Job Offer
Secure an eligible offer from an established employer in the province.
Submit Online Application
Complete the provincial application on the official NLPNP portal with $0 provincial fee.
Provincial Review
Benefit from a target review turnaround of approximately 25 business days.
Receive Provincial Nomination
Obtain official nomination certificate (+600 CRS on Express Entry or base nomination).
Apply to IRCC
Finalize permanent residence application with the federal government.
Candidate profile
Is this province right for you?
Who This Pathway Suits
- Healthcare professionals, doctors, and nurses seeking rapid processing.
- Ocean science, marine technology, and software engineers qualifying under Priority Skills.
- Graduates of Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) and College of the North Atlantic (CNA).
Who Should Explore Other Routes
- Applicants without a job offer who do not qualify under Priority Skills NL.
- Candidates seeking to use Newfoundland as a stepping stone to other provinces.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions: NLPNP
Yes. On 5 December 2025, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador waived all provincial application fees, reducing the cost from $250 CAD to $0 CAD. You still pay standard federal IRCC fees when lodging your PR application.
The provincial department maintains a target turnaround of approximately 25 business days from receipt of a complete application, making it one of the fastest provincial processing times in Canada.
Priority Skills NL is an expression of interest pathway for highly educated professionals in high-demand sectors such as healthcare, aquaculture, technology, and ocean sciences. Candidates with exceptional qualifications (such as a research Master's or PhD from MUN) can be invited without a job offer.
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Important Regulatory Notice
MovesEdu Immigration Pvt. Ltd. is a private educational and migration advisory consultancy, not a government body. Program rules, nomination allocations, settlement fees and intake windows change frequently — always verify current criteria on the official government portals linked on this page. All nomination, endorsement and permanent residency decisions rest exclusively with provincial/territorial authorities, participating communities, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). MovesEdu does not provide job placements, recruitment services, or arrange employment contracts.