BC Business Program No Longer Accepts Preliminary Applications

Effective September 2, 2011, the application process of Business Skills Category under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has changed. The Program no longer accepts preliminary application under this category. Applications submitted must include all of the following:

  • the appropriate provincial and federal forms;
  • supporting documentation on your business experience, qualifications, and financial resources;
  • a business plan; and
  • BC PNP processing fee of $3,000 CAD (Business Skills applicants supporting the nomination of a key staff member must also pay an additional $1,000).

Before submitting the application, the candidate is strongly encouraged to make an explorative visit to B.C.

The fast-track component of the Business Skills Category remains intact.