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Obtaining Job Approval Letter for International Skilled Worker - SINP

Job Approval
Downtown Regina

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program, (SINP) program has several categories.

SINP employer category is perfect for those who want to build a career and a future for themselves and their right here in Saskatchewan. Through the program, the government of Saskatchewan can nominate qualified people who want to immigrate to Saskatchewan. In this post, we'll describe the skilled worker with employment offer category for immigrants.


Step 1: You must have a Job Offer from a Saskatchewan Employer

First, to qualify for this category, you must have a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer.

Here are some basic steps to get started. You can check out job search websites or use professional or personal connections to find a job that fits your skills, education, and experience.


Step 2: Obtain a Job approval letter from your employer

Your Saskatchewan employer must receive approval from SINP for your job before you apply. Below are the steps involved in obtaining an SINP job approval letter from an employer. Your employer must first obtain a certificate of registration, then submit your intended job and offer for approval from a SINP officer. Once received, they will provide that to you for your work permit and permanent residence application.


Are you an employer that needs assistance obtaining a Job approval letter from SINP for your employee, do not hesitate to contact us


Step 3: Meet other Eligibility Criteria

  • Score at least 60 points on the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) point assessment grid.

  • Have at least one year work experience in the past 10 years (in your intended occupation).

  • Have a language score of at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4.

  • Some employers or regulators may ask for scores that are higher than CLB 4.

  • Be eligible for Saskatchewan licensing (if your intended occupation is in a regulated profession or compulsory apprenticeship trade).

  • Have an offer for a permanent, full-time job in Saskatchewan. You will need a valid SINP Job Approval Letter to show proof. Employers must register with the SINP and obtain the Job Approval Letter. They will then provide the Job Approval Letter to you if you meet their hiring qualifications.

  • There is no specific list of jobs, but your offer must be in an occupation in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) TEER level "0", "1", "2" or "3", or in a designated trade in Saskatchewan. Please note the following exclusions:

  • Food and Beverage Servers (NOC 65200)

  • Truck Drivers

  • Only those with high skilled health occupations eligible for the International Healthcare Worker EOI Pool can apply to this sub-category.


Step 4: Complete the online application with all the required documents & Applicable forms

Required documents for the application include

  1. Job Offer

  2. Language credential

  3. Education and training Credential

  4. Temporary Work permit ( if applicable)

  5. Work Experience

  6. Regulatory or Licensing Credentials (if applicable)

  7. Identity and Civil Status Documents

  8. Passports


Required Application forms

  1. Generic Application Form for Canada

  2. Additional family Information form

  3. Schedule A- background/declaration


Step 5: Submit online application

Review your application thoroughly, pay the SINP application fee of $350 to the Government of Saskatchewan & submit your application.


Once nominated through this pathway, you would receive a letter to apply for a work permit and permanent residence through Immigration Refugees & Citizenship Canada.


We are licensed to represent all SINP applications. Should you require any assistance with your application, do not hesitate to contact us via email at ask@infoplacecanada.ca .




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