New Brunswick Express Entry is a program that allows skilled workers to immigrate to the province of New Brunswick, Canada, through the federal Express Entry system. To be eligible, you must:
- Meet the minimum requirements for the Express Entry system: This includes having a valid job offer, a minimum score on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), and proficiency in English or French.
- Be nominated by the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): This means you must meet the specific requirements of the program, which are based on your skills, education, and work experience.
New Brunswick PNP Streams for Express Entry
New Brunswick offers several streams for Express Entry candidates:
- Skilled Worker Stream: This stream is for skilled workers with a job offer in a designated occupation in New Brunswick.
- International Graduate Stream: This stream is for international graduates who have completed a post-secondary program in New Brunswick.
- Post-Graduate Stream: This stream is for international graduates who have completed a post-secondary program in New Brunswick and have a job offer in a designated occupation.
- Entrepreneurs Stream: This stream is for entrepreneurs who have a business plan and are willing to invest in New Brunswick.
How to Apply for New Brunswick Express Entry
- Create an Express Entry profile: You can create an Express Entry profile online through the Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
- Apply for a New Brunswick PNP nomination: Once you have created an Express Entry profile, you can apply for a nomination through the New Brunswick PNP website.
- Receive a nomination from New Brunswick: If your application is approved, you will receive a nomination from New Brunswick.
- Submit your application for permanent residence: You can then submit your application for permanent residence to IRCC.
Examples of Eligible Candidates
- A software engineer with a job offer from a tech company in Fredericton.
- An international graduate who completed a master's degree in engineering at the University of Moncton.
- An entrepreneur who is starting a new business in Saint John.
Practical Insights
- The New Brunswick PNP has specific requirements for each stream, so it is important to carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying.
- The PNP nomination process can take several months, so it is important to start the process early.
- If you are not eligible for one stream, you may be eligible for another.
