Who is eligible for AINP?

Who is eligible for AINP?

Qualified candidates who live and work in Alberta and have a job offer from an Alberta employer can apply for an AINP nomination. Qualified candidates with an Express Entry profile may be invited by AINP to apply for nomination for permanent residence.

Does AINP need job offer?

For all applicants, including PGWP holders, at the time your application is submitted, and at the time the AINP assesses your application, you must have a bona fide full-time job offer or employment contract from an Alberta employer to work in your current occupation in Alberta.

How long it will take to get AINP?

The processing time of each stream under the AINP programs tends to vary. On average, applications submitted through the AIP online portal take around 4 to 6 months, while paper applications take around 15 to 19 months.

Is there any fee for AINP?

An application fee of $500 applies to all online applications. The AINP application fee is non-refundable once an application has been submitted to the AINP.

How do I contact AINP?

If you have any questions about this program, please contact the AINP through the Immigrate to Alberta Information Service at 1-877-427-6419 or by mail to Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program, Suite 940, ATB Place North Tower, 10025 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T5J 1S6. Email: [email protected].

Is Alberta accepting PNP?

Each year, Alberta can nominate individuals – through the Alberta PNP program – for Canadian permanent residence.

What is the minimum score for Alberta PNP?

300 The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) invited candidates who had scores of at least 300 in the Express Entry system. The latest draw is the sixth one in a row where the cutoff score was 300, which is the minimum needed to be eligible for the Alberta Express Entry Stream.

Can I change job after AINP?

After your AINP nomination is accepted, you may apply for permanent residence or to extend your work permit or nomination.

How do I file an AINP?

Application steps

1. Respond to the Notification of Interest (NOI) letter. ...
2. Receive a request from the AINP to apply to this stream. ...
3. Read the terms and conditions. ...
4. Review the assessment criteria. ...
5. Complete your application online and pay your application fee.

How do I apply for AINP?

Application steps

1. Respond to the Notification of Interest (NOI) letter. ...
2. Receive a request from the AINP to apply to this stream. ...
3. Read the terms and conditions. ...
4. Review the assessment criteria. ...
5. Complete your application online and pay your application fee.

What is the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)?

• The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) is an economic immigration program that nominates people for permanent residence in Alberta. Nominees must have skills to fill job shortages in Alberta or be planning to buy or start a business here. They must also be able to provide for their families.

Does the AINP provide status updates?

• The AINP does not provide status updates. Approximate volumes and assessment dates for each AINP stream/category are provided below. “Assessing” means an AINP officer has been assigned a file to make an assessment and decision on eligibility. Applications received after the date stated below have not yet been assigned to an officer for assessment.

How does the AINP select candidates?

• The AINP regularly reviews available candidates in the federal Express Entry pool. Based on available profile information in the portal, the AINP draws to select candidates from the pool, inviting them to submit a completed application to the AINP.

What does “assessing” mean in AINP application?

• “Assessing” means an AINP officer has been assigned a file to make an assessment and decision on eligibility. Applications received after the date stated below have not yet been assigned to an officer for assessment. The most common factors considered in AINP application processing include: