International Graduate Entrepreneur
The NLPNP category for graduates of Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic who have already started, bought or co-owned a business in the province and actively operated it for at least one year while holding a post-graduation work permit.
Invitation only
Expression of interest followed by an invitation to apply.
Status
Job offer
How you apply
Key requirements
| Education | Graduate of Memorial University or College of the North Atlantic |
| Language | A language requirement applies; the exact minimum could not be confirmed on an official page |
| Work experience | At least 1 continuous year of actively operating the Newfoundland and Labrador business before applying |
| Job offer | Not required |
| Ties to the province | Must hold a valid post-graduation work permit and live in Newfoundland and Labrador |
| How you apply | Expression of Interest (EOI) — you register a profile and wait to be invited |
| Money — funds, net worth, investment | Must own at least 33.33% of the business |
Summary only — requirements change and details decide real cases. Always confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying: https://www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/immigrating-to-newfoundland-and-labrador/provincial-nominee-program/overview/ (this record was verified against that source on 23 Oct 2026). This page is general information, not legal or immigration advice.
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