This is a program offered by the east coast province of Canada that welcomes immigrants of all backgrounds and gives them a chance to settle in Canada. The main focus of this program is to aid the economy of the island and allows immigrants an opportunity to earn a better standard of living. Targeting skilled workers, international graduates, and businessmen the island wants people who can create a positive impact on their economy. The PEI Immigration has various programs for aspirants to choose from. Have a look at the eligibility requirements for each of the following.

PEI Skilled Workers Program

Being an employer-driven program, the Skilled Worker program of PEI allows people who are successful in obtaining a valid job offer from a certified employer in the province. To enter Canada under this program you must meet the eligibility requirements that are:

• The applicant must have a valid Job Offer

• The Job profile must be in a valid NOC category (Skill type O or Skill level A or B)

• The applicant must have 2 years of past work experience in the recent 5 years

• The job offer must be full time (non-seasonal)  and of 2 years

• The applicant must meet the minimum language requirement of CLB/NCLB 4

Application Fee: CAD $300

PEI Critical Workers Program

Candidates currently working in the province of Prince Edward can apply to the Critical Worker program and have a chance at permanent residency.

• The applicant must have 6 months of full-time work experience with the PEI employer

• The job must be in the NOC (skill level C or D)

• The applicant must have a job offer (full time - nonseasonal) valid for 2 years

• The applicant must have a valid work permit and maintain legal status in the country

• The minimum educational requirement is a secondary education diploma/degree

• Age requirement: 18-59 years

• Language requirements: CLB/NCLB 4

• The applicant must have sufficient funds to go through with the application process and to maintain a decent lifestyle in Canada

• The applicant must intend to live in the province

Application Fee: CAD 300

PEI International Graduates Program

The students who have graduated from a publicly funded institution on Prince Edward Island and now hold a valid job offer can apply to this program and permanently settle in the province.

• The applicant must have a post-secondary degree/diploma from a publicly funded institution

• They must hold a full time (non-seasonal) job offer

• The applicant must have a valid post-graduate work permit and holds legal status in Canada

• The candidate must meet the minimum language requirements of English/French as required by the employer

• Age requirement: 18-59 years

• The applicant must have sufficient funds to go through with the application process and to maintain a decent lifestyle in Canada

• The applicant must intend to live in the province

Application Fee: CAD 300

PEI Work Permit Stream

People who are willing and capable to run or invest in a business in the province can choose to enter Canada and settle permanently under the Work Permit Stream. 

• The applicant must have a personal net worth of at least $600,000

• The minimum educational requirement is to have a secondary school diploma/degree

• Minimum age requirements: 21-59 years

• The applicant must have previous management skills/past employment in a relevant field regarding business/business ownership

• The minimum language requirements: CLB/NCLB 4

• The aspirant should have a genuine intention to settle in the province and must partake in daily business operations

• One should positively meet the terms and conditions of the Performance Agreement signed with the Office of Immigration

Application Fee: CAD $10,000

PEI Express Entry

For the people who have relevant knowledge, skills, and work experience and who want to permanently settle in Canada, Express Entry is the fastest and most trusted route for many.

• The applicant should meet the requirements of one of the following: Federal Skilled Trades Program; Federal Skilled Worker Program; Canadian Experience Class

• The applicant must create an Express Entry profile and become eligible to enter the Express Entry pool

• The applicant must be successful in grabbing a relevant job offer

• The applicant should be able to receive a provincial nomination

• The job that they get offered must be in NOC (skill level O, A, or B)

• The applicant must meet the language requirement of CLB 7

• The employer should be willing to support the application

Now that you have gone through the basic criteria for all the programs offered by this province of Canada, It is time to decide which of the following suits your profile the best. If you have any queries regarding PEI PNP or Canada Immigration then you can book a free visa consultancy session today to get your profile assessed by one of our experts.