SINP may propose skilled workers who desire to live and work in the province under this category. ” To be considered for a job in Saskatchewan, a potential employee must fulfil certain requirements and have the necessary abilities, including, but not limited to, a high school diploma, relevant work experience, and fluency in either English or French.
The following subcategories make up the International Skilled Worker Category:
Employment Offer
For skilled employees who have been offered a position in Saskatchewan, this section is for you.
To be eligible to apply for permanent residence in Canada under this category, you must meet all of the following personal qualifying criteria.
| Saskatchewan Employment Offer Category Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
No |
| Job Offer |
Yes – NOC 0, A or B |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or higher |
| Level of Education |
Show proof of license if your occupation is in a regulated profession or trade. |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
At least 12 months |
| Income/Settlement Funds |
No |
| Average Processing Time |
18 months |
Occupation In-Demand
This category caters to skilled workers who do not have a job offer in Saskatchewan but are highly skilled in an
in-demand occupation in the province and meet the eligibility criteria of the subcategory.
| Saskatchewan Occupation In-Demand Category Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
No |
| Job Offer |
No |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or higher |
| Level of Education |
1 year of post-secondary education that’s equivalent to a Canadian diploma, certificate, or degree. |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
12 months in NOC 0, A, or B (cannot be in an occupation listed on the SINP Excluded Occupation List) |
| Income/Settlement Funds |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
18 months |
To qualify for this subcategory, applicants must be skilled workers who desire to relocate to Saskatchewan and are in the IRCC Express Entry Pool and fulfil all of the subcategory’s eligibility requirements.
| Saskatchewan Express Entry Category Eligibility Requirements |
|---|
| Express Entry Profile | Yes |
| Connection to Province | No |
| Job Offer | No |
| Language Proficiency | See Express Entry requirements |
| Level of Education | 1 year of post-secondary education that’s equivalent to a Canadian diploma, certificate, or degree. |
| Age | No |
| Work Experience | 12 months in NOC 0, A, or B (cannot be in an occupation listed on the SINP Excluded Occupation List) |
| Income/Settlement Funds | Yes |
| Average Processing Time | 6 months |
In order to petition for permanent residence in Saskatchewan, a foreign worker must have a current work permit issued by the province’s Immigration and Naturalization Program (INP).
This category is broken down into the following sub-categories, as follows:
Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit
This subcategory is for skilled workers who have been working in Saskatchewan for the past six months,
with a valid work permit, and who meet the eligibility criteria for the subcategory.
| Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit Category Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
None for NOC 0, A, or B and CLB 4 for NOC C |
| Level of Education |
No |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in NOC 0, A or B or Designated Trade |
| Income/Settlement Funds |
No |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker with Existing Work Permit
Agriculture employees with a valid work permit who have been here for at least six months are eligible to apply under this heading.. In addition, candidates must satisfy the requirements specified below.
| Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker with Existing Work Permit Category Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or higher |
| Level of Education |
The Canadian equivalent of high school |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in NOC 8431: General Farm Worker or NOC 8432: Nursery and Greenhouse Worker |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
Health Professionals Category
If you’ve been working as a nurse, doctor, or other health professional for at least six months while on a temporary work visa, you’re eligible to apply under this category. It is important to note that each of these professions has its own set of eligibility standards.
| Physicians Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
No minimum |
| Level of Education |
Medical License |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in NOC 3111: Specialist Physician or NOC 3112: General practitioners and family physicians |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
| Nurses Eligibility Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
No minimum |
| Level of Education |
Nursing License |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in a nursing occupation |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
| Other Health Professionals Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
No minimum for NOC 0, A, or B and CLB 4 or higher for NOC C |
| Level of Education |
1 Year Post-Secondary Education |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in a healthcare occupation |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
Hospitality Sector Project
To qualify for permanent residency in Saskatchewan, international workers in the hospitality industry must be actively employed or have previously worked in the province.
| Hospitality Sector Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or higher for NOC C |
| Level of Education |
Equivalent to Canadian High School |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in NOC 6513: Food/Beverage Server, NOC 6711: Food Counter Attendant/Kitchen Helper, and NOC 6731: Housekeeping/Cleaning Staff |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
Long-Haul Truck Driver Project
Long-haul truck drivers can now come to Saskatchewan thanks to this new subcategory for trucking companies. If you want to be considered for this initiative, you must first work for a Saskatchewan trucking company that has been recognised by the Saskatchewan government. At least six months of continuous employment must be accrued in order for a trucker to qualify for Saskatchewan INP permanent residency status. This subcategory’s special qualifying requirements must be met by the trucker as well.
| Long-Haul Truck Driver Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Work experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or higher |
| Level of Education |
Current Saskatchewan Class 1A driver’s license |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in NOC 7511:Transport Truck Drivers |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
Student
Graduates of a recognised Canadian post-secondary educational institution who have been offered a full-time, permanent position in Saskatchewan are eligible to apply under this subcategory. Before a candidate may apply for this position, the SINP must provide their approval. SINP Employer registration is required in order to receive this permission. Upon acceptance of the offer, the candidate will get a Job Approval Letter in the mail. The candidate must submit a copy of this document with their SINP application.
| Graduates of Saskatchewan Institutes Requirements |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Study and Work Experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or Higher for NOC C |
| Level of Education |
1 Year Post-Secondary in Saskatchewan |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in Saskatchewan |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
| Graduates of Canadian Institutes Outside Saskatchewan |
| Express Entry Profile |
No |
| Connection to Province |
Study and Work Experience |
| Job Offer |
Yes |
| Language Proficiency |
CLB 4 or Higher for NOC C |
| Level of Education |
Minimum of 8 Months Post-Secondary in Saskatchewan |
| Age |
No |
| Work Experience |
6 months in Saskatchewan |
| Settlement Plan |
Yes |
| Average Processing Time |
+-18 months |
This category is for those who want to start a business in Saskatchewan and run it actively. To be considered for the position, applicants must assume a managerial position inside the company. It’s important to remember that submissions in this category are submitted using an EOI system. The following are the first three phases in the nomination process. Once they’ve applied to the Saskatchewan INP, potential business owners must submit a (EOI) showing their interest in owning or operating a business in the province. Second, if an applicant meets the program’s criteria, they will be sent an Inviting To Apply letter. Provincial Nomination is a straightforward third step.
International students over the age of 21 who have graduated from a Saskatchewan educational institution with at least a two-year certificate and who wish to start or manage their own business can now take advantage of the province’s new International Graduate Stream. A two-year post-graduate work visa and a CLB of at least 7 are required for applicants.
Applicants in this group are those who plan on moving to Saskatchewan in order to own and operate a farm. The Young Farmer Stream accepts nominations from candidates under the age of 40. To be eligible for this programme, you must have a minimum of $20,000 in liquid assets, make a refundable cash deposit, travel to Saskatchewan, and submit a written proposal for a commercial agricultural opportunity.
How Can We Help You Apply to Saskatchewan’s PNP?
It’s evident that deciding on the best path to immigration may be a daunting task. There are 12 streams in Saskatchewan alone. Each province has its own unique set of standards for each of these options. You may be eligible for a Saskatchewan INP even if you are not eligible for immigration to British Columbia or Quebec. You won’t miss out on the best immigration route because of our assistance. Once you’ve signed up with us, we’ll run your information through our database to see whether you’re eligible for any of the streams we provide. Working with us considerably increases your chances of obtaining a Canadian visa.
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