Nova Scotia Provincial Nomination Program 2024

Nova Scotia Immigration Nominee Program

As mentioned above, the Nova Scotia PNP is designed to attract skilled workers, experienced business owners, and qualified graduates who can contribute to the economy of Nova Scotia. But why Nova Scotia? Let’s see:

• Access to affordable yet high quality of life.
• Proximity to major urban centers, providing both rural charm and urban amenities.
• Lower crime rate.
• Strong communities.

The Nova Scotia Provincial Nomination Program can be your golden ticket to a new and better life! Our Nova Scotia PNP immigration consultants at XIPHIAS can make your journey smooth and hassle-free! We are determined to take every step meticulously so that you can comfortably plan your immigration dreams. And XIPHIAS will promptly, answer all your immigration queries.

Nova Scotia Express Entry Program

The Nova Scotia Express Entry Program complies with the federal Express Entry system. This stream is meant mainly for highly skilled workers with a strong educational background, language proficiency and extensive work experience.
The Nova Scotia Express Entry system uses the same Comprehensive Ranking system, and applicants must have a high score to expedite their nomination process.
Under the Express Entry system, candidates create an online profile outlining their skills, work experience, education, language ability, and other relevant information. Based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), candidates are assigned a score, and those with the highest scores are invited to apply for permanent residency in Canada.

Nova Scotia PNP Requirements, Eligibility, Fees and Processing Time

There are certain criteria that individuals must fulfil to be eligible for the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program. Those include:

• Applicants must be roughly between the ages of 21 and 55 at the time of application.
• Applicants are required to at least have completed their high school education (some streams may require even higher educational qualifications).
• They must have relevant work experience in a designated occupation or field as required by the stream that they’re applying to.
• Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in either English or French. They can appear for the following language assessment tests: IELTS (English), CELPIP (English), or TEF (French).
• Applicants must demonstrate a genuine interest in working and settling in Nova Scotia. They can present their valid job offers from Nova Scotia employers, previous study experience, etc.
• Applicants must present that they have sufficient funds to provide for themselves and their families in Nova Scotia.

Depending on the stream that you are applying for, your fees might vary:
• Nova Scotia PNP- Express Entry stream: No fees.
• Nova Scotia PNP Employer Stream: CAD 1500.
• Nova Scotia PNP - International graduate stream: CAD 500.

Again, depending on your stream, the processing team will vary:
• Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities: 3- 9 months.
• Critical Construction Worker Pilot: 2 months.
• Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry: 45 days.
• International Graduates In Demand: 4 months.
• Labour Market Priorities for Physicians: 2 months.

Nova Scotia PNP Points Calculator

As mentioned above, the express entry is aligned with the federal express entry system and their score is based on the Comprehensive Ranking System. Candidate must score at least 67 out of 100 points on a point grid that measures education, language ability, work experience, age, and a job offer from a Nova Scotia employer.

Eligibility

• Your profile must be in the Canada’s Express Entry
• Should have earned a score of a minimum of 67 points in the six selection factors
• Should have a valid job offer from Nova Scotia employer for full-time skilled work as per the rules of LMIA
• You should have 1 year of skilled work experience related to the job
• You should have a Canadian high school credential or equivalent
• You should prove your language ability in English or French at Canadian Language Benchmark 7
• Show enough financial resources to successfully settle in Nova Scotia

Once you are eligible, then

• You get your Letter of Interest from the Nova Scotia Government
• You need to submit your application within 30 days from the date of receiving the letter of Interest.
• Provide required documents
• Demonstrate sufficient funds to establish self and support your family in Nova Scotia
• Provide documents to prove your legal status
• Receive your nomination
• Apply for PR with the Canada Government.
• Receive your ITA

Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry

Eligibility

• You must have a minimum of 1 year of work experience in Nova Scotia
• You should be between 21 and 55 years of age
• You should have a minimum of Canadian high school credential or an equivalent
• You need to prove your language ability in English or French on the Canadian Language Benchmark.
• Your profile should be in the Express Entry system

Once you are eligible, then-

• You get your Letter of Interest from the Nova Scotia Government
• You need to submit your application within 30 days from the date of receiving the letter of Interest.
• Provide required documents
• Demonstrate sufficient funds to establish self and support your family in Nova Scotia
• Provide documents to prove your legal status
• Receive your nomination
• Apply for PR with the Canada Government
• Receive your ITA

What XIPHIAS Immigration will do for you-?

An ICCRC registered company, XIPHIAS Immigration, has a team of solicitors, lawyers, counsellors and consultants who can take your case ably and successfully accomplish your dream destination for you

• Profile assessment
• Submission of application and documents
• Application preparation
• Guidance about the applications and documents required
• Language proficiency tests
• Help till the point of getting your PR Visa
• Post landing counseling
• Post landing Job search assistance

Contact with Nova Scotia PNP Immigration Consultants

Navigating through the application processes and documentation can be extremely hectic and frustrating if you’re not working with the right consultants. But that is why our Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program consultants are here for you. We will respond to all your queries and prepare every necessary document while you patiently wait and relax.
No matter what your concern is, Nova Scotia immigration or any other program, our team of seasoned professionals will always answer your questions promptly and accurately. Reach out to our team for the best services and enjoy your journey to Nova Scotia while our Nova Scotia experts do the tough job.