Step 1. Check your eligibility

Make sure you qualify for the PNP of the province or territory where you want to live and for 1 of the 3 programs managed through Express Entry.

Step 2. Get a nomination

• Contact the province or territory and apply for a nomination.
• Create an Express Entry profile and select the provinces and territories you’re interested in. If a province or territory sends a “notification of interest” to your account, contact them and apply for a nomination.

Step 3. If you get a nomination, update your Express Entry profile

Update (or create) your Express Entry profile and show your nomination. You’ll be awarded 600 additional points that will help you get invited to apply.

Step 4. Apply for permanent residence if you’re invited

Wait to receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence and, if you get the ITA, apply online for permanent residence.