BC PNP Points Required by Skilled Workers and Students

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THE British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is an attractive pathway for people looking to immigrate to the beautiful province of British Columbia, Canada.

To be eligible for the program, candidates must meet specific criteria and accumulate a sufficient number of points. These points are assigned based on the Immigration Skills Registration System (SIRS), which is similar to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) used for federal immigration programs.

In this guide, we will look at the SIRS and BC PNP points required by skilled workers and international students with a detailed breakdown of how these points are awarded.

BC PNP Points Required for Appointment

The minimum score required for BC PNP programs may vary from draw to draw. To determine the latest score, follow recent BC PNP draws. For example, in the August 22, 2023 draw, a total of 169 applicants received invitations under the BC PNP, with varying scores depending on the program they applied to:

Date Number of
Invitations
Flow Minimum
Score
Description
August 22, 2023 169 Qualified Worker BC PNP 106 General circulation
(includes technology professions)
Express Entry Skilled Worker in British Columbia 106
International Graduate 109
British Columbia International Graduate Express Entry 109
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS) Category 88

Distribution of SIRS scores (200 points)

The SIRS system awards a maximum of 200 points to candidates applying for the BC PNP. These points are divided into two main categories:

Rating Factors Scoring Sections Max. Points
Economic
Factors
(80)
British Columbia Job Offer Hourly Wage 55
Are in British Columbia 25
Human
Capital
Factors
(120)
Directly related work experience 40
highest level of education 40
Language 40
Total points available 200

1. Economic factors (80 points)

The majority of points in the BC PNP program are awarded based on economic factors. These factors are closely related to the job offer and encompass aspects such as annual salary and the specific regional constituency from which the job offer originates. Notably, candidates who get job offers in particular districts receive higher points. Additionally, candidates currently employed by the organization extending the job offer may earn additional points.

1.1 BC PNP Salary Requirements (55 points)

Applicants must meet specific salary requirements, which vary depending on the BC PNP program or stream. These requirements take into account factors such as annual salary in British Columbia, region of residence in the province, number of dependents and the nature of the job offer. Meeting these requirements is crucial to earning points in this category.

British Columbia Job Offer Hourly Wage Points
$70.00 and up 55
$69.00 to $69.99 54
$68.00 to $68.99 53
$67.00 to $67.99 52
$66.00 to $66.99 51
$65.00 to $65.99 50
$64.00 to $64.99 49
$63.00 to $63.99 48
$62.00 to $62.99 47
$61.00 to $61.99 46
$60.00 to $60.99 45
$59.00 to $59.99 44
$58.00 to $58.99 43
$57.00 to $57.99 42
$56.00 to $56.99 41
$55.00 to $55.99 40
$54.00 to $54.99 39
$53.00 to $53.99 38
$52.00 to $52.99 37
$51.00 to $51.99 36
$50.00 to $50.99 35
$49.00 to $49.99 34
$48.00 to $48.99 33
$47.00 to $47.99 32
$46.00 to $46.99 31
$45.00 to $45.99 30
$44.00 to $44.99 29
$43.00 to $43.99 28
$42.00 to $42.99 27
$41.00 to $41.99 26
$40.00 to $40.99 25
$39.00 to $39.99 24
$38.00 to $38.99 23
$37.00 to $37.99 22
$36.00 to $36.99 21
$35.00 to $35.99 20
$34.00 to $34.99 19
$33.00 to $33.99 18
$32.00 to $32.99 17
$31.00 to $31.99 16
$30.00 to $30.99 15
$29.00 to $29.99 14
$28.00 to $28.99 13
$27.00 to $27.99 12
$26.00 to $26.99 11
$25.00 to $25.99 ten
$24.00 to $24.99 9
$23.00 to $23.99 8
$22.00 to $22.99 7
$21.00 to $21.99 6
$20.00 to $20.99 5
$19.00 to $19.99 4
$18.00 to $18.99 3
$17.00 to $17.99 2
$16.00 to $16.99 1
Less than $16.00 0
Maximum score available 55

1.2 Zone in British Columbia (25 points)

To encourage settlement in specific regions of British Columbia, applicants can earn additional points by choosing to reside in regional areas that require population growth or economic development. Choosing the right location can have a significant impact on your point total.

Employment area in British Columbia Points
Zone 1: Metro Vancouver Regional District 0
Zone 2: Squamish, Abbotsford, Agassiz, Mission and Chilliwack 5
Zone 3: Areas of British Columbia not included in Zone 1 or 2 15
Additional points:
Regional experience, or ten
Regional alumni
Maximum score available 25

2. Human capital factors (120 points)

Human capital factors play a vital role in determining an applicant’s eligibility and overall score. This category encompasses several key elements:

2.1 Directly related work experience (40 points)

Applicants must demonstrate relevant industry experience directly related to the job offer. It is important to note that recent international graduates without professional experience may not be eligible for the program. Additionally, applicants who have resided in Canada for at least one year before applying for the BC PNP may receive additional points.

Directly related work experience in the
Job offer for British Columbia occupation
Points
60+ months 20
48 to 59 months 16
36 to 47 months 12
24 to 35 months 8
12 months to 23 months 4
Less than 12 months 1
None 0
Additional points:
At least 1 year of directly related experience in Canada ten
Currently working full-time in British Columbia for
employer in the identified occupation in British Columbia
PNP Registration
ten
Maximum number of points available 40

2.2 Education (40 points)

Diplomas play a vital role in the BC PNP point system. The candidate’s training must correspond to the technical position for which he is applying. Post-secondary education is generally required for BC PNP sector positions, and candidates can earn additional points for Canadian education, particularly in British Columbia. Additionally, points are awarded for educational assessments from qualified institutions and for Industry Training Authority British Columbia (ITAB) certification.

level of education Points
Master’s degree or doctorate/PhD 27
Postgraduate certificate or diploma* 22
Licence 15
Post-secondary diploma/certificate (trades)** 15
Associate degree 5
Post-secondary diploma/certificate (excluding trades) 5
Secondary school (high school) or less 0
Additional points:
(NOTE: You can only receive extra points for ONE of the
following)
Post-secondary studies completed in British Columbia 8
Post-secondary studies completed in Canada (outside British Columbia) 6
Additional points for professional designation in British Columbia 5
Maximum score available 40

2.3 Language (40 points)

Appropriate language proficiency in English or French is essential. Language requirements for the BC PNP program may change over time, so it is crucial to stay up to date with the minimum passing scores required to qualify for the program. A Canadian immigration officer can provide valuable advice on language proficiency criteria.

Canadian Language Benchmark (CLLB) Points
9+ 30
8 25
7 20
6 15
5 ten
4 5
Below 4 0
No testing 0
Maximum score available 40

BC PNP Points Calculator

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) uses a points-based system to assess and select candidates for immigration to the province. This system assigns points to various factors to determine an applicant’s eligibility for the program. Here is a simplified BC PNP points calculator for your reference:

BC PNP Calculator 2023 (Updated)

The BC PNP uses a points-based system to evaluate and select immigration applicants. Your BC PNP points are a crucial factor in determining your eligibility. To be considered, you must meet certain minimum point requirements, and the more points you have, the more likely you are to receive an invitation to apply for appointment.

At Elaar Immigration, we specialize in helping people like you navigate the BC PNP points system effectively. Our experienced team understands the intricacies of the program and stays up to date with the latest requirements and regulations. We offer a full suite of services to ensure you maximize your points and improve your chances of success.

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