The British Columbia PNP (BCPNP) offers pathways for workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs who can contribute to B.C.’s economy. It includes Skills Immigration, Express Entry BC, and Entrepreneur Immigration streams.
The British Columbia PNP (BCPNP) offers pathways for workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs who can contribute to B.C.’s economy. It includes Skills Immigration, Express Entry BC, and Entrepreneur Immigration streams.
Valid job offer in a high-demand occupation (for Skills Immigration)
Post-secondary education and relevant experience
Meet minimum language and salary thresholds
Entrepreneur applicants must show business ownership/management experience and investment funds
Commitment to live in B.C.
Job offer from a B.C. employer (if required)
Proof of education and credentials
Language test results
Personal ID and passport
Police certificate and medical exam
Business plan (for entrepreneurs)
Provincial Nomination: 2–3 months
Federal PR Processing: 8–12 months
BCPNP Application: CAD $1,150
Entrepreneur Stream: CAD $3,500
Federal PR Application: CAD $1,365
Biometrics: CAD $85