Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program

1. Review Applicant’s Qualification (Initial Stage): In the initial stage, the applicant’s qualifications and eligibility for the Provincial Nominee Program are reviewed. This includes assessing factors such as education, work experience, language proficiency, and other specific criteria set by the designated province.
2. Submission of application to the designated province: Once the applicant’s qualifications are reviewed and deemed suitable, the application is submitted to the specific province for further processing. Each province has its own application forms and requirements that need to be fulfilled.
3. Review by Provincial Immigration Officer and Invitation for Interview: The Provincial Immigration Officer thoroughly examines the applicant’s file, considering various aspects such as the completeness of the application, supporting documents, and adherence to the program’s criteria. If the officer finds the application satisfactory, an invitation for an interview may be sent to the applicant to assess their suitability for the program.
4. Exploratory Visit (Minimum 5 Days): As part of the Provincial Nominee Program, applicants are typically required to conduct an exploratory visit to the designated province. This visit allows them to become familiar with the province, its communities, and employment opportunities.
5. Summary of Visit to be handed over to the Immigration Officer: Following the exploratory visit, the applicant prepares a summary report detailing their observations, experiences, and potential settlement plans. This report is then submitted to the Provincial Immigration Officer as supporting documentation for the application.
6. Issuance of Nomination Certificate (If approved): If the applicant meets all the requirements and is approved by the province, they are issued a Nomination Certificate. This certificate confirms that the province has nominated the applicant for immigration under the Provincial Nominee Program.
7. Federal file to be submitted (Federal Stage): After receiving the Nomination Certificate, the applicant must submit their federal file, which includes additional forms and documents required by the federal government. This file is assessed by the federal immigration authorities to ensure that the applicant meets all the necessary federal immigration requirements.

It’s important to note that the specific steps and requirements may vary slightly depending on the province and the particular Provincial Nominee Program stream being applied to.