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What is OINP?
OINP is an abbreviation for Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. It works in conjunction with the Canadian Government via IRCC (Immigration Refugees and Citizenship). This program is designed for international students, foreign workers and others who wish to apply for permanent residence in Ontario.
The OINP identifies and nominates people with the skills and experiences needed in Ontario for permanent residence. Furthermore, once they have been selected, the Government of Canada makes the final decision to approve the selections.
Here are the ways to qualify for the OINP program:
Human Capital
This category is meant for workers with language skills, education, work experience, and a Canada Express Entry profile.
Job Offer by Employer
Another way to qualify for OINP is by having a permanent job offer from an employer in Ontario.
Business Category
Entrepreneurs who aim to buy an existing business in the province or start a new one can qualify for the nomination.
OINP Streams
Those who qualify via the employer Job offer category have the options of applying via three streams. Note that you must have created your profile on the OINP filling portal before you can select any of these streams. The next step is to register an expression of interest for your category. Bear in mind that you must have a permanent employment offer from an employer in Ontario and have received an invitation to proceed with your application. The streams available under the employer job category include:
Foreign Worker Stream
This category is meant for skilled jobs.
In-Demand Skills Stream
This is for urgent skilled workers in specific fields, including constructions, support team, agriculture, etc.
International Student Stream
Recent graduates residing in Ontario can apply through this route.
OINP International Student Stream
International students studying in Canada have the opportunity to become permanent resident via this scheme. Those eligible to apply are students who have completed their education in Canada not more than two years before submitting their applications.
Requirements:
To qualify for the OINP international student stream, you must meet specific requirements. Below are the criteria you must meet to apply for permanent residence in Canada via this stream:
- Education
A degree or diploma that runs for at least one year on a full-time basis or its duration is not less than two years on a part-time basis. Furthermore, your application must not exceed two years after graduation.
- Legal Status
Another criterion is your legal status in Canada, including a study permit, work permit, or visitor record. This status must be maintained up to the nomination time.
- Job Offer
The job offer must be from an employer in the country and must be eligible.
- Intention to live in Ontario
Applicants may be required to tender their expression of interest. Bear in mind that it is valid for a year, and you can edit and update your data countless times before you get an invitation.
EOI Points
One of the criteria for selection is your EOI score. Here are the factors that contribute to your EOI points:
- Work experience
- Skill level
- Language- French or English
- Regional Immigration
- Education
- Job Offer NOC
- Earning History
- Ontario Job Offer
- Strategic priorities
OINP Steps
Here are the steps involved in applying for OINP:
Ensure that you are qualified
The first step is that you ensure that you meet all the criteria of the stream you selected. Once you meet all the essential requirement of the stream, you should proceed to the next stage.
Create your profile and get a notification of interest or an invitation to apply
You need to create a profile before you apply for a nomination. Note that your profile will be evaluated based on a scoring system. The qualified applicant will receive a notification of interest or invitation to apply.
Apply for OINP nomination
If you are qualified, you will get an invitation to apply for the nomination. Ensure that you apply within 14 calendar days via the OINP e-filling portal. The cost for the business stream is $3,500 while that of the two other streams (human capital and employer job offer) is either $2,000 or $1, 500. Furthermore, you can only make payments with MasterCard and Visa. It is worth mentioning that the application processing times are not fixed.
FAQs
The processing time for OINP varies; it depends on the stream. Furthermore, applications that require clarifications or further details may take more time. In short, the processing time depends on the complexity of the application. The estimated processing time for employer job offers international student scheme range 90 to 120 days, while that of foreign workers range from 60 to 90 days. Those applying via In-Demand Skills will wait for at most 150 days.
The OINP program works in association with the Canadian Government through Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). It is saddled with the responsibility of nominating people for permanent residence in the province. On the other hand, express entry operates through the federal government.
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