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.aip-reveal{opacity:1;transform:none}}\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n  <header class=\"aip-hero aip-full\" aria-labelledby=\"aip-title\">\r\n    <div class=\"aip-shell aip-hero-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"aip-hero-copy\">\r\n        <span class=\"aip-kicker\"><i class=\"aip-live\"><\/i>Atlantic Canada permanent residence pathway<\/span>\r\n        <h1 id=\"aip-title\"><span>Atlantic Immigration Program<\/span><small>AIP requirements, designated employers and PR process in 2026<\/small><\/h1>\r\n        <p class=\"aip-lead\">A practical guide for skilled workers and eligible Atlantic Canadian graduates who need to validate a job offer, employer designation, language, education, settlement plan and provincial endorsement before applying for permanent residence.<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"aip-btns\"><a class=\"aip-btn aip-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">Check your AIP eligibility<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m9 18 6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/a><a class=\"aip-btn aip-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">Book consultation<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"aip-trust\"><span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m5 12 4 4L19 6\"\/><\/svg>Employer-driven PR<\/span><span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m5 12 4 4L19 6\"\/><\/svg>Official-source reviewed<\/span><span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m5 12 4 4L19 6\"\/><\/svg>No approval guarantee<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"aip-hero-art\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        <div class=\"aip-orbit\"><\/div><span class=\"aip-chip aip-chip-a\">4 Atlantic provinces<\/span><span class=\"aip-chip aip-chip-b\">Optional 2-year work permit<\/span>\r\n        <div class=\"aip-route-card\"><div class=\"aip-route-top\"><div class=\"aip-route-brand\"><span class=\"aip-compass\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"m15 9-2 4-4 2 2-4z\"\/><\/svg><\/span>AIP Candidate Route<\/div><span class=\"aip-status\">OPEN<\/span><\/div><div class=\"aip-route-line\"><i>1<\/i><div><b>Designated employer<\/b><small>Eligible job offer<\/small><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aip-route-line\"><i>2<\/i><div><b>Settlement and endorsement<\/b><small>Province confirms the pathway<\/small><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aip-route-line\"><i>3<\/i><div><b>Permanent residence<\/b><small>Online application to IRCC<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/header>\r\n\r\n  <nav class=\"aip-jump-wrap\" aria-label=\"Atlantic Immigration Program sections\"><div class=\"aip-jump\"><a href=\"#aip-overview\">Overview<\/a><a href=\"#aip-eligibility\">Eligibility<\/a><a href=\"#aip-job-offer\">Job offer<\/a><a href=\"#aip-provinces\">Provinces<\/a><a href=\"#aip-endorsement\">Endorsement<\/a><a href=\"#aip-process\">Process<\/a><a href=\"#aip-cost\">Costs<\/a><a href=\"#aip-comparison\">Compare<\/a><a href=\"#aip-faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/div><\/nav>\r\n\r\n  <main id=\"aip-main\">\r\n    <section class=\"aip-facts\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-facts-board\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-fact\" data-index=\"01\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Mandatory starting point<\/span><h3>Designated-employer job offer<\/h3><p>A job offer from an employer designated by the province is required.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-fact\" data-index=\"02\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Geographic scope<\/span><h3>Four Atlantic provinces<\/h3><p>New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-fact\" data-index=\"03\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Not Express Entry<\/span><h3>Separate federal PR route<\/h3><p>AIP does not use CRS ranking or an Express Entry invitation.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-fact\" data-index=\"04\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Candidate support<\/span><h3>Settlement plan required<\/h3><p>A settlement service provider assesses needs before provincial endorsement.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-overview\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-card aip-answer aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-answer-grid\"><div><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Direct answer<\/span><h2>What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?<\/h2><p class=\"aip-lead\">The Atlantic Immigration Program, commonly called AIP Canada, is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and eligible international graduates who want to live and work in one of Canada's four Atlantic provinces.<\/p><p>It helps designated employers recruit qualified candidates for positions they could not fill locally. The candidate may be outside Canada or living in Canada as a temporary resident, but must satisfy the federal requirements and obtain provincial endorsement.<\/p><\/div><aside class=\"aip-policy\"><strong>AIP is not a PNP<\/strong><p>It is a federal\u2013provincial employer-driven program. VisaLine can organize it inside a broader Provincial Immigration content cluster, but the page should never call the Atlantic Immigration Program a Provincial Nominee Program.<\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-center aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Candidate personas<\/span><h2>Who should explore Atlantic Canada immigration?<\/h2><p>AIP is most relevant when a genuine employer opportunity and a credible plan to settle in Atlantic Canada come together.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-grid-3\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-persona aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-number\">01<\/span><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 8h18v12H3zM8 8V5h8v3M3 13h18\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Skilled worker abroad<\/h3><p>You have relevant paid experience and want an eligible offer from a designated Atlantic employer without entering a CRS competition.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-persona aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-number\">02<\/span><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m3 9 9-5 9 5-9 5zM7 12v5c3 2 7 2 10 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Atlantic graduate<\/h3><p>You recently completed an eligible two-year credential, studied full-time and may qualify for the work-experience exemption.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-persona aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-number\">03<\/span><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M8 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 8 0v3M12 12a4 4 0 1 0 0-8 4 4 0 0 0 0 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Temporary resident in Canada<\/h3><p>You are lawfully studying or working in Canada and need to confirm whether your job, status and evidence fit the AIP process.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-eligibility\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Federal eligibility framework<\/span><h2>Atlantic Immigration Program requirements<\/h2><p>Passing one requirement does not compensate for failing another. Review the complete chain before relying on a job offer.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-grid-3\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M4 6h16v14H4zM8 6V3h8v3\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Eligible job offer<\/h3><p>Full-time, non-seasonal employment from an employer designated in the province where you will work.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M4 19h16M6 16l2-9 4 5 4-8 2 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Work experience<\/h3><p>At least 1,560 hours of qualifying paid experience over the previous five years, unless the graduate exemption applies.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M4 5h16v12H8l-4 3zM8 9h8M8 13h5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Language test<\/h3><p>Valid approved English or French results meeting the minimum level for the TEER category of the job offer.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m3 9 9-5 9 5-9 5zM7 12v5c3 2 7 2 10 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Education<\/h3><p>Canadian education or a valid immigration ECA at the level required for the offered occupation's TEER.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 3v18M17 7H9.5a3.5 3.5 0 0 0 0 7H14a3.5 3.5 0 0 1 0 7H6\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Settlement funds<\/h3><p>Available funds based on family size, unless you already live and work in Canada with a valid work permit.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-rule aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 21s7-4 7-10V5l-7-3-7 3v6c0 6 7 10 7 10z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Plan and endorsement<\/h3><p>A settlement plan from an approved provider and an endorsement certificate from the Atlantic province.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><div class=\"aip-note aip-reveal\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 8h.01M11 12h1v4h1\"\/><\/svg><p><strong>No points cutoff:<\/strong> AIP is not managed through Express Entry and does not use CRS. However, the province controls employer designation and endorsement, and may apply current intake or labour-market priorities.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-job-offer\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">High-intent eligibility question<\/span><h2>Atlantic Immigration Program job offer rules<\/h2><p>A designated employer is necessary, but designation alone does not make every job or candidate eligible.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-table-wrap aip-reveal\"><table class=\"aip-table\"><thead><tr><th>Requirement<\/th><th>TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 offer<\/th><th>TEER 4 offer<\/th><th>Practical check<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\r\n      <tr><td>Employer<\/td><td colspan=\"2\">Designated by the Atlantic province where the candidate will work<\/td><td>Obtain confirmation of designation<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Hours<\/td><td colspan=\"2\">Full-time: at least 30 paid hours per week<\/td><td>Review contract and IMM 0157<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Seasonality<\/td><td colspan=\"2\">Non-seasonal and paid consistently throughout the year<\/td><td>Reject seasonal or intermittent offers<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>At least one year after the applicant becomes a permanent resident<\/td><td>Permanent employment with no set end date<\/td><td>Check the exact end-date language<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Skill relationship<\/td><td colspan=\"2\">Experience must be at the same or a higher eligible TEER level, subject to the official matching table<\/td><td>Match NOC duties, not job title alone<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Ownership restriction<\/td><td colspan=\"2\">The offer cannot come from a company in which the applicant or spouse\/common-law partner is a majority owner<\/td><td>Disclose ownership accurately<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div class=\"aip-note aip-reveal\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 3 2 21h20z\"\/><path d=\"M12 9v5M12 18h.01\"\/><\/svg><p><strong>Fraud warning:<\/strong> A company appearing on a designated-employer list does not mean it is currently hiring, does not guarantee endorsement and does not authorize anyone to sell a job offer. Verify the vacancy and employer through independent channels.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-provinces\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-center aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Province-specific endorsement<\/span><h2>Where can you immigrate through AIP?<\/h2><p>Employer designation and candidate endorsement are administered by the province of employment. Provincial intake procedures and priorities can change.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-grid-4\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-province aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-tag\">NB<\/span><h3>New Brunswick<\/h3><p>Employer-driven opportunities across bilingual, urban and regional labour markets.<\/p><ul><li>Verify designation status<\/li><li>Review current provincial intake<\/li><li>Confirm endorsement procedure<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gnb.ca\/en\/topic\/immigration.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official New Brunswick immigration \u2192<\/a><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-province aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-tag\">NS<\/span><h3>Nova Scotia<\/h3><p>AIP opportunities may be affected by current sector and selection priorities.<\/p><ul><li>Check employer eligibility<\/li><li>Review priority sectors<\/li><li>Confirm current submissions<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/liveinnovascotia.com\/atlantic-immigration-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Nova Scotia AIP \u2192<\/a><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-province aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-tag\">PEI<\/span><h3>Prince Edward Island<\/h3><p>Employers and candidates follow PEI's designation and endorsement process.<\/p><ul><li>Check the employer resource<\/li><li>Review local labour priorities<\/li><li>Confirm endorsement evidence<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/www.princeedwardisland.ca\/en\/topic\/immigrate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official PEI immigration \u2192<\/a><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-province aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-tag\">NL<\/span><h3>Newfoundland and Labrador<\/h3><p>Employer designation is managed by the provincial immigration office.<\/p><ul><li>Search the official employer list<\/li><li>Confirm job and NOC details<\/li><li>Follow the provincial process<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.nl.ca\/immigration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official NL immigration \u2192<\/a><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Two candidate profiles<\/span><h2>Skilled worker or Atlantic international graduate?<\/h2><p>The same employer and endorsement framework applies, but the qualifying work-experience analysis can be different.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-route-panels\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-route-panel aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 8h18v12H3zM8 8V5h8v3M3 13h18\"\/><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"aip-label\" style=\"color:var(--aip-cyan)\">Skilled worker route<\/span><h2>Qualifying experience required<\/h2><p>Normally at least 1,560 hours of related, paid work during the previous five years, accumulated over at least 12 months.<\/p><ul><li>Volunteer work and unpaid internships do not count<\/li><li>Self-employed work does not count<\/li><li>Canadian work requires valid authorization<\/li><li>Duties must substantially match the selected NOC<\/li><\/ul><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-route-panel aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m3 9 9-5 9 5-9 5zM7 12v5c3 2 7 2 10 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"aip-label\">International graduate exemption<\/span><h2>Experience may be waived<\/h2><p>A recent graduate may be exempt if every education, residence and immigration-status condition is met.<\/p><ul><li>Eligible credential required at least two years of study<\/li><li>Graduated from a recognized Atlantic institution<\/li><li>Credential received less than two years before PR application<\/li><li>Lived in Atlantic Canada for at least 16 of the final 24 months<\/li><li>Distance or language study restrictions may apply<\/li><\/ul><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">NOC, language and education<\/span><h2>AIP requirements by the job offer's TEER<\/h2><p>The offered occupation affects the language threshold, minimum education and job-offer duration.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-table-wrap aip-reveal\"><table class=\"aip-table\"><thead><tr><th>Job-offer TEER<\/th><th>Minimum language<\/th><th>Minimum education<\/th><th>Offer duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\r\n      <tr><td>TEER 0<\/td><td>CLB\/NCLC 5 in all four abilities<\/td><td>Canadian one-year post-secondary credential or higher, or foreign equivalent with valid ECA<\/td><td>At least one year after becoming PR<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>TEER 1<\/td><td>CLB\/NCLC 5 in all four abilities<\/td><td>Canadian one-year post-secondary credential or higher, or foreign equivalent with valid ECA<\/td><td>At least one year after becoming PR<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>TEER 2<\/td><td>CLB\/NCLC 5 in all four abilities<\/td><td>Canadian high school diploma or higher, or foreign equivalent with valid ECA<\/td><td>At least one year after becoming PR<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>TEER 3<\/td><td>CLB\/NCLC 5 in all four abilities<\/td><td>Canadian high school diploma or higher, or foreign equivalent with valid ECA<\/td><td>At least one year after becoming PR<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>TEER 4<\/td><td>CLB\/NCLC 4 in all four abilities<\/td><td>Canadian high school diploma or higher, or foreign equivalent with valid ECA<\/td><td>Permanent, with no set end date<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div class=\"aip-source aip-reveal\"><p>Accepted tests include IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General, PTE Core, TEF Canada and TCF Canada. Results must still be valid when you apply.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/atlantic-immigration\/language-testing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check official language tables \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-endorsement\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-center aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Do not confuse the documents<\/span><h2>Settlement plan and provincial endorsement<\/h2><p>The settlement plan supports your transition to Atlantic Canada. The endorsement certificate confirms that the province has endorsed the employer\u2013candidate application.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-flow\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">1<\/span><h3>Employer offers the job<\/h3><p>The designated employer gives the candidate an eligible offer and designation confirmation.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">2<\/span><h3>Needs assessment<\/h3><p>An approved settlement provider reviews the candidate's and family's settlement needs.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">3<\/span><h3>Settlement plan<\/h3><p>The provider creates an individualized plan, which the candidate shares with the employer.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">4<\/span><h3>Employer seeks endorsement<\/h3><p>The employer submits the job offer and required evidence to the province.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">5<\/span><h3>Province decides<\/h3><p>If endorsed, the candidate receives the certificate needed for the federal PR application.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><div class=\"aip-note aip-reveal\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 8h.01M11 12h1v4h1\"\/><\/svg><p><strong>Endorsement is not permanent residence.<\/strong> IRCC independently checks completeness, eligibility, medical, criminality, security and admissibility at the federal stage.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" aria-label=\"AIP eligibility assessment\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-card aip-cta aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-cta-grid\"><div><h2>A job offer is only one part of eligibility<\/h2><p>Validate the employer, NOC, TEER, offer duration, experience, language, education, funds and endorsement strategy before relying on the pathway.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-btns\"><a class=\"aip-btn aip-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">Start profile evaluation<\/a><a class=\"aip-btn aip-outline\" style=\"color:#fff!important;border-color:rgba(255,255,255,.43)\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">Book consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-process\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-center aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">From job offer to PR<\/span><h2>How to apply for the Atlantic Immigration Program<\/h2><p>The employer, province and IRCC have distinct roles. Prepare time-sensitive evidence before each submission.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-process\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">1<\/span><h3>Confirm candidate eligibility<\/h3><p>Review experience or graduate exemption, language, education, funds and admissibility.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">2<\/span><h3>Verify the employer<\/h3><p>Confirm provincial designation and independently validate the genuine vacancy.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">3<\/span><h3>Validate the offer<\/h3><p>Check hours, seasonality, duration, NOC duties, TEER and employment requirements.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">4<\/span><h3>Get a settlement plan<\/h3><p>Complete the needs assessment with an approved settlement service provider.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">5<\/span><h3>Obtain endorsement<\/h3><p>The employer submits to the province; the candidate receives a certificate if approved.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">6<\/span><h3>Submit PR application<\/h3><p>Apply online through the PR Portal with the endorsement, forms and supporting documents.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">7<\/span><h3>Optional work permit<\/h3><p>If eligible and supported by a referral letter, apply to work while PR is processed.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-flow-card aip-lift aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-step\">8<\/span><h3>Complete federal checks<\/h3><p>Respond to biometrics, medical, police, security and additional document requests.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Evidence checklist<\/span><h2>Documents required for an AIP application<\/h2><p>Your personalized checklist depends on family composition, work history, country of residence and the offered occupation.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-grid-3\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><rect x=\"4\" y=\"3\" width=\"16\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M8 8h8M8 12h8M8 16h5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Identity and family<\/h3><p>Passports, civil-status records, photos and documents for declared family members.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 8h18v12H3zM8 8V5h8v3M3 13h18\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Job and employer<\/h3><p>Designation confirmation, signed IMM 0157, contract and occupational information.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M4 19h16M6 16l2-9 4 5 4-8 2 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Work experience<\/h3><p>Detailed employer letters, permits where applicable, contracts, pay evidence and tax records.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m3 9 9-5 9 5-9 5zM7 12v5c3 2 7 2 10 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Education and language<\/h3><p>Diplomas, transcripts, valid ECA if required and an approved language test report.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 3v18M17 7H9a3 3 0 0 0 0 6h6a3 3 0 0 1 0 6H6\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Funds and status<\/h3><p>Acceptable settlement-fund evidence or proof of valid work authorization and current Canadian employment.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-doc aip-lift aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 21s7-4 7-10V5l-7-3-7 3v6c0 6 7 10 7 10z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Endorsement and federal forms<\/h3><p>Settlement plan, endorsement certificate, IMM 0155 checklist, IMM 5501 and applicable declarations.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-cost\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Freshness-sensitive details<\/span><h2>AIP fees, funds and processing time<\/h2><p>Government charges, settlement-fund thresholds and processing estimates change. Keep them in updateable content modules rather than promising a fixed total or completion date.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-metrics\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-metric aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Government fees<\/span><h3>Federal PR fees<\/h3><strong>Variable<\/strong><p>Applicant, spouse, dependants, right of permanent residence and biometrics may apply.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-metric aip-featured aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-label\" style=\"color:var(--aip-cyan)\">Settlement funds<\/span><h3>Based on family size<\/h3><strong>Check IRCC<\/strong><p>An exemption can apply when the applicant already lives and works in Canada with a valid work permit.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-metric aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Processing<\/span><h3>No guaranteed timeline<\/h3><strong>Dynamic<\/strong><p>Provincial endorsement and federal processing are separate stages with changing inventories.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-metric aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Third-party costs<\/span><h3>Testing and documents<\/h3><strong>Separate<\/strong><p>Language testing, ECA, translations, police certificates and medical examinations may add costs.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><div class=\"aip-source aip-reveal\"><p>Review all figures immediately before submission or payment. Never rely on an undated fee or processing-time estimate.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/atlantic-immigration.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check the official AIP page \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-card aip-answer aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-answer-grid\"><div><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Work while PR is processed<\/span><h2>Optional AIP temporary work permit<\/h2><p class=\"aip-lead\">An eligible candidate may apply for an AIP-specific employer-restricted work permit while the permanent-residence application is being processed.<\/p><p>The current permit can be valid for two years and requires an eligible job offer plus a referral letter from the Atlantic province. It does not guarantee permanent residence approval.<\/p><div class=\"aip-btns\"><a class=\"aip-btn aip-outline\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/work-immigration\/work-permit-canada\/\">Explore Canada work permits<\/a><\/div><\/div><aside class=\"aip-policy\"><strong>Spouse or common-law partner<\/strong><p>The spouse or partner may be able to apply for an open work permit, subject to current federal eligibility and documentary requirements.<\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-comparison\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Choose the correct system<\/span><h2>AIP vs PNP vs Express Entry vs RCIP<\/h2><p>These pathways can serve similar settlement goals, but they use different selectors, applications and evidence.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-table-wrap aip-reveal\"><table class=\"aip-table\"><thead><tr><th>Factor<\/th><th>AIP<\/th><th>PNP<\/th><th>Express Entry<\/th><th>RCIP<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\r\n      <tr><td>Main selector<\/td><td>Designated Atlantic employer and province endorsement<\/td><td>Province or territory<\/td><td>Federal CRS-based system<\/td><td>Designated rural community and employer<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Job offer<\/td><td class=\"aip-yes\">Required<\/td><td class=\"aip-varies\">Varies<\/td><td>Not universally required<\/td><td class=\"aip-yes\">Required<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>CRS<\/td><td>Not used<\/td><td>Only for enhanced streams<\/td><td class=\"aip-yes\">Core ranking system<\/td><td>Not used<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Geographic commitment<\/td><td>One of four Atlantic provinces<\/td><td>Nominating province or territory<\/td><td>Outside Quebec, subject to program<\/td><td>Participating rural community<\/td><\/tr>\r\n      <tr><td>Settlement plan<\/td><td class=\"aip-yes\">Required<\/td><td class=\"aip-varies\">Program-specific<\/td><td>Not an Express Entry profile requirement<\/td><td class=\"aip-varies\">Community-specific support<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-center aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Prevent avoidable refusals<\/span><h2>Common Atlantic Immigration Program risks<\/h2><p>Provincial endorsement does not cure inaccurate information or missing federal eligibility.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-grid-3\">\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Fake or unverifiable job offer<\/b><p>Designation status alone is not evidence that a vacancy is genuine or that the employer is recruiting.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Wrong NOC or TEER<\/b><p>A title may look similar while the actual duties, skill level or employment requirements do not match.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Ineligible offer duration<\/b><p>TEER 4 offers must be permanent; higher-TEER offers must meet the post-PR duration rule.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Invalid graduate exemption<\/b><p>Program length, school recognition, graduation date, physical presence and study format all matter.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Expired test or ECA<\/b><p>Language results and credential assessments must remain valid at the required application date.<\/p><\/article>\r\n      <article class=\"aip-card aip-risk aip-reveal\"><b>Changes after endorsement<\/b><p>Job loss, employer change, family change or status expiry may require immediate case-specific action.<\/p><\/article>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-faq\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">People also ask<\/span><h2>Atlantic Immigration Program FAQs<\/h2><p>Natural answers to the eligibility, job-offer, employer, endorsement, work-permit and permanent-residence questions candidates ask most often.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-faq\">\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>What is the Atlantic Immigration Program?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>AIP is an employer-driven pathway to Canadian permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and eligible recent graduates who want to live and work in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, or Newfoundland and Labrador.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Is the Atlantic Immigration Program a PNP?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>No. AIP is a federal\u2013provincial program with employer designation and provincial endorsement. It is related to provincial immigration, but it is not a Provincial Nominee Program stream.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Is AIP part of Express Entry?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>No. The Atlantic Immigration Program is a separate permanent-residence pathway and does not rank applicants using the Comprehensive Ranking System.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Can I apply for AIP without a job offer?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>No. A valid job offer from an employer designated by the Atlantic province where you will work is a core AIP requirement.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Does a designated-employer list show current job vacancies?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>Not necessarily. Designation means the province approved the employer to participate; it does not mean the employer is currently hiring or that every offered position qualifies.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Can I apply from outside Canada?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>Yes, a qualified candidate may be overseas or living in Canada as a temporary resident. The employer, offer, endorsement and federal eligibility rules still apply.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>How much work experience does AIP require?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>A skilled worker generally needs at least 1,560 hours of related paid work over the previous five years, accumulated over at least 12 months. An eligible Atlantic graduate may be exempt.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Does self-employed experience count for AIP?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>No. IRCC states that qualifying AIP work experience must not come from self-employment. Volunteer work and unpaid internships also do not count.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>What IELTS score is required for AIP?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>The requirement is expressed as CLB, not one overall IELTS band. TEER 0\u20133 job offers require at least CLB 5 in all four abilities; TEER 4 requires at least CLB 4.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Which language tests does AIP accept?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>Accepted tests include IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General, PTE Core, TEF Canada and TCF Canada. Results must be less than two years old when you apply.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Do I need an ECA for the Atlantic Immigration Program?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>If your qualifying education was completed outside Canada, you generally need a valid immigration Educational Credential Assessment from a designated organization.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Who qualifies for the international-graduate work-experience exemption?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>The exemption has several conditions, including an eligible credential requiring at least two years, recent graduation from a recognized Atlantic institution, full-time study and at least 16 months of residence in an Atlantic province during the final two study years.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>What is an AIP settlement plan?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>It is an individualized plan prepared after a needs assessment by an approved settlement service provider. It identifies services and resources that can help the candidate and family settle in Atlantic Canada.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>What is provincial endorsement under AIP?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>After the settlement plan, the designated employer asks the province to endorse the candidate and job offer. If approved, the endorsement certificate becomes a required part of the federal PR application.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Does provincial endorsement guarantee permanent residence?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>No. IRCC makes the final decision and independently assesses completeness, eligibility and admissibility, including medical, criminality and security requirements.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Do I need proof of funds for AIP?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>Usually yes, based on total family size. You do not need to show settlement funds if you are already living and working in Canada with a valid work permit. Check the current IRCC table before applying.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Can I work while my AIP PR application is processed?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>You may qualify for an AIP-specific employer-restricted work permit if you have an eligible offer and a provincial referral letter. The current permit can be valid for two years.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>Can my spouse obtain an open work permit?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>A spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open work permit, subject to the current federal rules and supporting evidence.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>How much does the Atlantic Immigration Program cost?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>Federal PR, right of permanent residence, biometrics and family fees may apply, plus language testing, ECA, translations, medical and police-document costs. Verify the live IRCC fee list before payment.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"aip-reveal\"><summary>How long does the Atlantic Immigration Program take?<\/summary><div class=\"aip-faq-answer\"><p>There is no guaranteed universal timeline. Provincial endorsement and IRCC permanent-residence processing are separate stages, and published estimates can change with inventory and case complexity.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\r\n    <\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section\" id=\"aip-related\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-carousel-head\"><div class=\"aip-head aip-reveal\"><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\">Continue your research<\/span><h2>Related VisaLine guides and tools<\/h2><p>Compare AIP with other pathways and check the temporary-status issues that can affect your strategy.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-controls\" aria-label=\"Related content controls\"><button class=\"aip-control\" type=\"button\" data-aip-prev aria-label=\"Previous resource\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m15 18-6-6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/button><button class=\"aip-control\" type=\"button\" data-aip-next aria-label=\"Next resource\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m9 18 6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"aip-carousel\" data-aip-carousel tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Related VisaLine resources\">\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><path d=\"M12 21s7-4 7-10V5l-7-3-7 3v6c0 6 7 10 7 10z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Compare pathways<\/span><h3>Canada Provincial Nominee Programs<\/h3><p>Understand provincial nomination and why it differs from the Atlantic Immigration Program.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/provincial-nominee-program\/\">Explore Canada PNP \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><path d=\"M3 8h18v12H3zM8 8V5h8v3M3 13h18\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Temporary employment<\/span><h3>Canada Work Permit Guide<\/h3><p>Review employer-specific and open work permits while planning an AIP transition.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/work-immigration\/work-permit-canada\/\">Read work permit guide \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><path d=\"m3 9 9-5 9 5-9 5zM7 12v5c3 2 7 2 10 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Graduate pathway<\/span><h3>Canada Study Permit<\/h3><p>Learn how study authorization differs from later AIP graduate eligibility and permanent residence.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/study-immigration\/canada-study-permit\/\">Read study permit guide \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M8 12h8M12 8v8\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Federal alternative<\/span><h3>Express Entry Assessment<\/h3><p>Compare an employer-driven AIP route with a CRS-ranked federal skilled-worker strategy.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/express-entry-assessment\/\">Assess Express Entry \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><path d=\"M5 19V9M12 19V5M19 19v-7M3 19h18\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"5\" r=\"1.4\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Compare your score<\/span><h3>CRS Score Calculator<\/h3><p>Estimate your Express Entry CRS score and compare a points-ranked route with the employer-driven AIP.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/crs-score-calculator\/\">Calculate your CRS score \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"aip-card aip-article\"><div class=\"aip-article-art\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"><path d=\"M4 5h16v12H8l-4 3zM8 9h8M8 13h5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"aip-article-copy\"><span class=\"aip-label\">Professional review<\/span><h3>Immigration Consultation<\/h3><p>Discuss your employer, job offer, NOC, eligibility evidence and endorsement strategy with VisaLine.<\/p><a class=\"aip-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">Reserve consultation \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div><\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"aip-section aip-final\" aria-label=\"Book an Atlantic Immigration Program consultation\"><div class=\"aip-shell\"><div class=\"aip-card aip-cta aip-reveal\"><div class=\"aip-cta-grid\"><div><span class=\"aip-eyebrow\" style=\"color:#fff\">Build the case around evidence<\/span><h2>Check whether your Atlantic job offer creates a real AIP pathway<\/h2><p>Get a focused review of employer designation, NOC and TEER, offer duration, work experience or graduate exemption, language, education, funds and endorsement documents.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aip-btns\"><a class=\"aip-btn aip-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\">Book an AIP consultation<\/a><a class=\"aip-btn aip-outline\" style=\"color:#fff!important;border-color:rgba(255,255,255,.43)\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/evaluation-form\/\">Start free evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aip-source aip-reveal\"><p><strong>Last factual review: September 15, 2026.<\/strong> Program rules, provincial intake, employer lists, fees, funds and processing times can change. 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