Quebec PNP invites 1018 applicants in a recent draw

Quebec conducted its fourteenth immigration draw on September 21, 2023, with the results announced on September 28, 2023. During this draw, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration selected candidate profiles from the Arrima Bank on September 18, 2023, at 6:30 a.m. A total of 1018 applicants received invitations to apply for Permanent Selection, taking into account factors such as labor market needs and prospects for integration. Those who are successful will be given approximately six months to obtain a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) after submitting their applications.

What are the eligibility requirements for applying to the Quebec PNP draw?

These invitations were extended to individuals who met the following conditions:

• They possessed a French oral proficiency level of 7 or higher, in accordance with the Quebec scale for adult immigrant French proficiency, or an equivalent qualification.

They achieved a score of 579 points or higher as per the provided guidelines.

Their occupation is listed in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) as follows:

• 0213 Computer and information systems managers
• 2131 Civil engineers
• 2132 Mechanical engineers
• 2133 Electrical and electronics engineers
• 2141 Industrial and manufacturing engineers
• 2143  Mining engineers
• 2147 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
• 2171 Information systems analysts and consultants
• 2172 Database analysts and data administrators
• 2173 Software engineers and designers
• 2174 Computer programmers and interactive media developers
• 2175 Web designers and developers
• 2231 Civil engineering technologists and technicians
• 2232 Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians
• 2233 Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians
• 2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
• 2281 Computer network technicians
• 2282 User support technicians
• 2283 Information systems testing technicians
• 3012 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
• 3233 Licensed practical nurses
• 3413 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
• 4031 Secondary school teachers
• 4032 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers
• 4214 Early childhood educators and assistants
• 5223 Graphic arts technicians
• 5241   Graphic designers and illustrators

Additionally, invitations were also sent to those who satisfied this requirement:

They held a valid job offer outside the territory of the Montreal Metropolitan Community.

If you are planning to immigrate to Quebec in 2023, here is a simplified guide to follow:

• Step 1: Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements.
• Step 2: Create and submit your profile through the Arrima Portal.
• Step 3: Once invited and after paying the required fees, submit your application for permanent selection.
• Step 4: Upon approval, you will receive a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ).
• Step 5: Use your CSQ to apply for a Canadian Permanent Resident Visa.