New Brunswick is an attractive destination for UK citizens due to its strong economy and growing job market in sectors like healthcare, IT, and manufacturing. The province offers a high quality of life with affordable housing and beautiful natural surroundings.
New Brunswick is an attractive destination for UK citizens due to:
• Strong demand for skilled workers in healthcare, IT, manufacturing, and trades.
• Affordable housing and cost of living compared to larger provinces.
• Friendly, welcoming communities with rich cultural heritage.
• Fast-track immigration options including Express Entry-linked streams.
• Opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors in a growing economy.
• Excellent access to education, healthcare, and social services.
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) is a Canadian immigration program designed to nominate skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs who intend to live and work in New Brunswick. The program aligns nominations with the province’s labor market needs and economic priorities. UK citizens can apply through several streams depending on their qualifications, job offers, or business plans.
| Stream | Eligibility Requirements |
| • Valid full-time job offer from a New Brunswick employer. • Relevant education, work experience, and language proficiency (CLB 7+ recommended).• Intention to reside and work in New Brunswick. |
| • Must be in the IRCC Express Entry pool. • Valid job offer from a New Brunswick employer or have work experience in a targeted occupation. |
| • Graduated from a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution. • Submitted a viable business plan for a new venture in New Brunswick. |
| • Minimum net worth CAD 600,000. • Minimum investment of CAD 250,000. • Ability to create local employment and actively manage the business. |
| • Valid job offer in a designated NOC from a New Brunswick employer. • Meet language, education, and work experience requirements under AIP criteria. |
Applicable across most streams:
• Intention to reside and work in New Brunswick.
• Minimum education level: post-secondary credential or equivalent.
• Work experience: typically at least one year in a skilled occupation (NOC TEER 0–3).
• Language proficiency: CLB 7 or higher in most cases.
• Proof of settlement funds as per IRCC requirements.
• Clean police record and medical clearance.
• Applicants with criminal records or unresolved legal issues.
• Refugee claimants or failed claimants.
• Individuals who provide false or misleading information in their applications.
Applicants are assessed on a points-based system; minimum qualifying scores vary:
| Factor | Max Points |
| Education & Training | 30 |
| Skilled Work Experience | 25 |
| Language Ability | 25 |
| Age | 15 |
| Adaptability & Labour Market Connection | 15 |
| Total | 110 |
| Family Members | Minimum Funds Required (CAD) |
| 1 | $13,000 |
| 2 | $16,000 |
| 3 | $20,000 |
| 4 | $24,000 |
| 5 | $27,000 |
| 6 | $30,000 |
| 7+ | $33,000 |
