Provincial Nominee Program
Draw: 380
Date: 2025-11-25
Program: Provincial Nominee Program
Size: 777
CRS: 699
Check canada.ca for complete description
Requirements:
PNP Category is one of the most popular pathways under Express Entry. Candidates who receive a nomination from a Canadian province or territory get 600 additional CRS points, making them highly competitive.
- Must receive a Provincial Nomination from one of Canada’s provinces or territories.
- Must meet the specific eligibility criteria of the PNP stream you are nominated under (e.g., Express Entry-linked stream).
- Must have the required work experience, education, and/or job offer as stated by the nominating province.
- Must meet the minimum language requirements set by the province (usually CLB 5 or higher, but varies by stream).
- Must have a valid Express Entry profile at the time of nomination.
Important Notes:
There are two main types of PNP nominations:
- Express Entry-linked PNP (adds 600 CRS points and allows you to receive an Invitation to Apply through Express Entry)
- Base PNP (does not go through Express Entry)
Each province sets its own eligibility rules, job offer requirements, and points system.
Having a PNP nomination almost guarantees an Invitation to Apply (ITA) due to the large CRS boost.
Note: Full details and specific requirements will be included in the instructions for each PNP draw round.
Pool Distribution
Total profiles in the pool: 245,758