Saskatchewan Immigration
Saskatchewan Express Entry
All 2025 updates - including the March 27 Job-Approval restart, 60-point grid, required forms, settlement funds, EOI tips, and document checklists - for the Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker: Express Entry sub-category.
Saskatchewan’s International Skilled Worker: Express Entry stream re‑opened on 27 March 2025 after a pause caused by Ottawa’s 50 % cut to provincial-nomination spaces. The new intake comes with updated policies, a tighter job-approval process, and an unchanged 60-point minimum on the SINP grid.
This in-depth guide walks you through eligibility, points, forms, documents, settlement-fund rules and every other requirement you must meet to convert your Express Entry profile into a Saskatchewan
1. Program Snapshot & 2025 Updates
- Job Approval Forms (JAFs) are once again accepted as of Mar 27 2025 after a six-week pause.
- Saskatchewan must use its reduced 2025 quota strategically - expect tougher file triage and more EOI draws that favour in-province workers.
- The application fee remains CA $500 (Visa/Mastercard only).
2. Core Eligibility Checklist
Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
Express Entry profile | Valid profile + Job Seeker Code. |
SINP points | ≥ 60 / 110 on the SINP point‑assessment grid. |
Language | Meet the federal Express Entry minimum: CLB 7 in all skills for TEER 0/1 jobs; CLB 5 for TEER 2/3; second official language CLB 4 earns bonus points. |
Education | ≥ 1 year post‑secondary. ECA required for non‑Canadian study. |
Work experience | Skilled pros: ≥ 1 yr in last 10 yrs; skilled trades: ≥ 2 yrs in last 5 yrs; CEC pathway: ≥ 1 yr Canadian exp in last 3 yrs. |
Occupation | TEER 0-3 AND not on the Excluded Occupations list; licensure needed where regulated. |
Settlement funds & plan | 3‑month history ≥ IRCC minimum + IRCC “Come to Canada” settlement plan PDF. |
Tip: Claim extra EOI points for close relatives, 12 months SK work, 2 yrs SK study or bilingual CLB 8+ to improve draw chances.
3. Expression‑of‑Interest (EOI) System
1. Create one EOI in OASIS (cannot hold multiple). 2. Receive an ITA if your score ranks high in a draw.
2. EOI validity: 12 months; update anytime.
3. Upload proof for every point claimed or face refusal and possible 2-year ban for misrepresentation.
EOIs are valid for 12 months and can be updated anytime.
4. Ineligibility Triggers
- Not in the Express Entry pool.
- Refugee claimant in Canada.
- Missing or untranslated documents (file closed, fee lost).
- Failure to prove SK settlement intent.
- Misrepresentation(2-year suspension).
5. Step‑by‑Step Application Process
1. Invitation to Apply (ITA) via EOI draw.
2. Gather PDFs of all required docs (≤ 10 MB each).
3. Complete federal & SINP forms: IMM 0008, Schedule A, Additional Family, etc.
4. Pay CA $500 fee and submit in OASIS. 5. Nomination → upload to Express Entry → IRCC PR processing (≈ 6 months).
6. Required Documents Checklist
6.1 Identity & Civil Status
Birth certificates, marriage/divorce/death certificates, adoption papers as applicable.
6.2 Passports
Must be valid through PR issuance; include bio-data pages for applicant + dependants.
6.3 Language Results
IELTS‑GT, CELPIP‑G, PTE Core, TEF or TCF; results ≤ 2 years old. Include both languages if claiming bilingual points (second official language CLB 4+).
6.4 Education / ECA
Degree/diploma and transcripts + ECA for non‑Canadian study.
6.5 Work Experience Proof
- Employer letters on letterhead listing duties, dates, hours, supervisor contacts.
- One government-issued supporting doc per job (e.g., tax slip, work visa, provident fund).
- Self-employment only accepted for managerial NOCs - or if trade licensure required - with licence, tax, and client letters.
6.6 Professional Status / Licensure
Required only when SINP emails a request; application held until provided.
6.7 Settlement Funds & Plan
- IRCC “Come to Canada” plan PDF attached.
- Bank/Investment statements covering 3 months history; lowest balance ≥ IRCC minimum for family size.
6.8 Bonus‑Point Evidence (If Claimed)
Factor | Evidence |
|---|---|
Close SK Relative | Birth/marriage docs + 12-month SK utility bills + PR/Citizen card. |
SK Work (12 mo) | Employer letters + pay stubs. |
SK Study (2 yrs) | Transcript + registrar letter (remote study outside SK not eligible). |
7. Translation & Notarization
- Provide original + certified English/French translation + translator affidavit.
- Translator cannot be a relative, spouses, or anyone paid to prepare your file..
8. Using Representatives
Representation is optional; must be a Canadian lawyer in good standing or a SINP-licensed consultant. List published on SK government site.
9. Post‑Nomination Timeline
Stage | Typical Duration |
|---|---|
SINP assessment | 8–20 weeks (longer under the reduced 2025 quota) |
IRCC PR processing | ≤ 6 months (per IRCC target) |
Nominees receive an e-mail nomination; you must accept in Express Entry within 30 days.
10. 2025 Survival Tips
1. Max out 70 EOI points - add proof for relatives, bilingualism, SK work/study.
2. Stay draw-ready - collect translations before ITA to beat the 60-day doc deadline.
3. Update Express Entry CRS with your 600-point nomination immediately.
4. Watch SINP FAQs for on-the-fly policy tweaks as the province manages its reduced
Well‑documented, point‑rich EOIs still sail through despite the leaner 2025 quota. Line up your proofs, aim for 70 + points, and Saskatchewan’s Express Entry nomination can put the prairies on your map this year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a SINP Job Approval Form to apply?
JAF applies only if you claim arranged employment; SINP is now accepting new forms as of Mar 27 2025.
Can I submit multiple EOIs?
No - only one active profile at a time.
What if my documents are missing or untranslated?
Your file will be closed and the CA $500 fee is non-refundable.
How long must settlement funds stay in my account?
Minimum three months prior to application and throughout processing.
Does remote study in SK count for study points?
No - only in-province physical attendance qualifies.