Atlantic Immigration Program

For skilled foreign workers and international graduates of a Canadian school who want to live in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island or Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Step-by-step checklist

0 of 4 done

1. Get a job offer from a designated employerWhat to expect: The province must first designate the employer (free for employers).
2. Get the province’s endorsementWhat to expect: The province reviews your job offer and settlement plan.
3. Apply for permanent residenceWhat to expect: Apply to IRCC with your documents.
4. Optional: work while you waitWhat to expect: With the job offer and a referral letter from the province, you can apply for a temporary work permit.

Documents you usually need

Job offer from a designated employer
Endorsement from the province
Language test results
Education proof
Proof of funds

Government fees

CAD

Principal applicant, including right of PR fee	$1,590
Dependent child	$270

Fees as listed by IRCC on 2026-10-30. Fees change; always check the official fee list. IRCC fee list ↗

After you apply

Settlement services in the province help you and your family settle.

Processing times change every week. Check today’s times on IRCC’s official tool. Check processing times ↗

Official sources:

Atlantic Immigration Program (IRCC) ↗

Checked against IRCC pages on 2026-10-30.

General information only. This is not legal advice and does not check whether you are eligible. Your own checklist in your IRCC account is what counts. Last checked 2026-10-30.

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