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Provincial Nominee Program: Express Entry process

This is the Express Entry application process for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

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Every NOC field of your Express Entry profile

When you complete your Express Entry profile, you must use NOC code 93888 in the following NOC code fields:

  • Primary Occupation
  • Job Offer in Canada
  • Current Work Permit
  • Work History (all fields)
  • Spouse’s Work History (all fields)

Processing times PR

Processing times will vary based on

  • the type of application
  • if the application is complete
  • how quickly we expect to process applications we’ve already received
  • how easily we can verify your information
  • how long you take to respond to any requests or concerns
  • other factors

Your processing time may also be affected if more people apply to immigrate to Canada than we can bring in each year.

Learn how processing times are calculated.

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2025-10-10