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NLPNP International Graduate
Newfoundland and Labrador's category for graduates of Canadian post-secondary programs who hold a post-graduation work permit and a full-time NL job offer. Memorial University and College of the North Atlantic graduates get more flexibility on field-of-study match; out-of-province graduates must work in their field and have one year in the province before applying.
Who it suits
- Canadian post-secondary graduates with a valid post-graduation work permit and a full-time NL job offer (TEER 0-3, or in-demand TEER 4)
- Memorial University and College of the North Atlantic graduates
Requirements
- EducationCompleted post-secondary studies in Canada (no program length stated); not on a government-sponsored study arrangement requiring return home. ↗ gov.nl.ca
- PgwpValid post-graduation work permit with at least 4 months of validity remaining at application. ↗ gov.nl.ca
- Job offerFull-time job or offer from an eligible NL employer in a TEER 0-3 occupation or in-demand TEER 4: at least 30 hours a week, at least one year, prevailing wage. Generally related to the field of study. ↗ gov.nl.ca
- FieldMemorial and College of the North Atlantic graduates have flexibility on field of study if the job needs a post-secondary credential. Out-of-province graduates must work directly in their field of study and complete at least one year in the province before applying. ↗ gov.nl.ca
- LanguageValid language test only for TEER 4 positions, at CLB 4 equivalent (IELTS General, CELPIP-G, PTE Core, TEF Canada, TCF Canada). ↗ gov.nl.ca
- AgeAged 21 to 59. ↗ gov.nl.ca
- Settlement fundsSufficient settlement funds; intention to settle permanently in NL; ownership stake in the employer not above 10%. ↗ gov.nl.ca
How candidates are selected
Candidates submit an EOI in the Immigration Accelerator Portal. The province issues invitations in batches through the year on a priority basis (no points score): health occupations, rural sales and service, rural/regional jobs, underrepresented occupations, employer track record, retention likelihood, NL graduates, Francophone growth and settlement support. EOIs expire after 12 months.
Location requirement: NL job offer; out-of-province graduates need one year in NL before applying.
Processing: After an invitation the candidate has 30 days to submit a complete application. The province says it has no standard NLPNP processing times. A nomination certificate is valid for 6 months. IRCC processing for the federal stage is in IRCC's tool.
Recent rounds
| Date | Round | Minimum score | Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 41 |
| Sep 18, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 61 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 36 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 97 |
| Aug 26, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 94 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 122 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 186 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | NLPNP invitations to apply, all categories combined (Atlantic Immigration Program invitations excluded; no score published) | — | 400 |
Related pathways
Official sources
- gov.nl.caInternational Graduate category pageChecked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caInternational Graduate eligibility criteria (PDF)Checked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caInternational Graduate eligibility criteria (web)Checked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caNLPNP overviewChecked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caEOI model overviewChecked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caEOI prioritization criteria (updated 2026-03-23)Checked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caInvitations to Apply updatesChecked 2026-10-01
- gov.nl.caNLPNP candidate FAQsChecked 2026-10-01
- canada.caIRCC processing times toolChecked 2026-10-01
Program rules change often. This page summarizes the official pages listed above; the official page always takes precedence.