NB PNP 2026: New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
A New Brunswick nomination can be your fastest route to permanent residence. We match you to the right NB PNP stream and plan your path from nomination to PR.
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New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program
What it is
The NB PNP lets the province of New Brunswick nominate skilled workers and entrepreneurs with a connection to the province for permanent residence. A nomination is a powerful boost to your application.
How it works
You submit a profile or Expression of Interest, New Brunswick assesses your ties and eligibility, and if nominated you apply to IRCC for permanent residence. We plan both stages with you.
Who can qualify
- Skilled workers with a New Brunswick job offer
- Express Entry candidates with NB ties
- Workers in priority local occupations
- Candidates connected through the Atlantic program
- Entrepreneurs investing in New Brunswick
NB PNP streams
New Brunswick runs several pathways. Choosing the right one for your profile is where a strong application starts.
NB Express Entry
For candidates in the federal Express Entry pool with a genuine connection to New Brunswick and, in most cases, a provincial job offer.
Skilled Worker with employer support
For skilled workers with a full-time, permanent job offer from a New Brunswick employer.
Atlantic Immigration Program
New Brunswick participates in the employer-driven Atlantic Immigration Program, a separate but related pathway.
Business Immigration
For experienced entrepreneurs who want to establish or buy and actively run a business in New Brunswick.
NB PNP requirements
Requirements differ by stream. These are the factors that decide most NB PNP applications.
A connection to New Brunswick
Most streams expect a genuine connection to the province, such as a job offer, past work or study, or family ties.
A qualifying job offer
Employer-supported streams need a full-time, permanent job offer from a New Brunswick employer in an eligible occupation.
Express Entry profile
The NB Express Entry stream requires an active federal Express Entry profile alongside your provincial ties.
Language and education
An approved language test and, for foreign education, an Educational Credential Assessment are needed to meet stream minimums.
Settlement intention
You must show a genuine intention to live and work in New Brunswick as a permanent resident.
A complete, consistent file
Small inconsistencies across your registration, forms, and proof documents are a common reason applications stall. We audit the file before submission.
How the NB PNP process works
Confirm your stream and connection
We match your profile to the right NB PNP stream and document your connection to New Brunswick.
Prepare your profile
We prepare your provincial profile or Express Entry profile and gather proof of your ties to New Brunswick.
Apply for nomination
When New Brunswick invites you or your stream opens, we prepare the full nomination application with all documents.
Get nominated
A New Brunswick nomination adds 600 CRS points through the Express Entry stream, or lets you apply directly for PR.
Apply to IRCC for permanent residence
We submit your federal PR application and track it through to a final decision.
How we can help
Before
- Unsure which NB PNP stream fits
- Weak proof of New Brunswick connection
- Confused by NB PNP vs Atlantic program
- Job offer that may not qualify
- Guessing at requirements from forums
After
- The right NB PNP stream for your profile
- A documented New Brunswick connection
- The best route chosen for your case
- A qualifying, verified job offer
- A mapped path from nomination to PR
Ready to apply through the NB PNP?
Every case begins with a consultation to confirm your stream, document your New Brunswick connection, and set a realistic timeline from nomination to permanent residence.
Start NowFrequently asked questions
What is the NB PNP?
The NB PNP (New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program) is New Brunswick's provincial nominee program. It nominates skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and candidates with ties to the province for Canadian permanent residence.
What are the NB PNP streams?
The main streams include the New Brunswick Express Entry stream, the Skilled Worker stream with employer support, and business immigration streams. New Brunswick also participates in the Atlantic Immigration Program.
How does the NB PNP work with Express Entry?
The New Brunswick Express Entry stream selects candidates from the federal pool with ties to the province. A nomination adds 600 CRS points, which effectively guarantees an invitation to apply.
Do you need a job offer for the NB PNP?
Most NB PNP streams require a full-time job offer from a New Brunswick employer. Some Express Entry candidates may be selected through provincial draws with a demonstrated connection to the province.
How long does the NB PNP take?
The NB PNP has two stages: the provincial nomination, which varies by stream, then the federal PR application. The federal stage currently takes about 6 months as of September 2026.