Are you an international graduate with a Master’s degree from an Ontario university? The Masters Graduate Stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) might be your ticket to becoming a permanent resident of Canada!
🧠What is the OINP Masters Graduate Stream?
This stream allows international graduates with an Ontario Master’s degree to apply for a nomination for permanent residence, without needing a job offer. That means if you’ve finished your studies in Ontario and want to stay, this is a great opportunity.
âś… Who Can Apply?
To qualify, you must:
- Have completed at least one academic year of full-time study and earned a Master’s degree from an eligible Ontario university.
- Apply within two years of completing your degree.
- Be legally living in Ontario (or be outside Canada) when you apply.
- Show language proficiency (CLB 7 or higher in English or French).
- Show enough funds to support yourself and any dependents.
- Show intention to live in Ontario permanently.
❌ Who is Not Eligible?
You cannot apply if:
- You’re a PhD graduate (there’s a separate stream for that).
- You don’t currently live in Ontario or can’t prove your intention to stay.
- Your degree is older than 2 years.
đź“Ś How Does the Process Work?
- Register in the OINP Expression of Interest (EOI) system.
- Receive an invitation to apply (based on a points system).
- Submit your application online through the OINP e-Filing Portal.
- If nominated, apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence.
đź“… When Can You Apply?
OINP opens and closes intake periodically. Make sure to check the OINP website regularly for updates!
đź’ˇ Why Choose the Masters Graduate Stream?
- No job offer needed âś…
- Fast-track to permanent residency âś…
- Perfect for skilled graduates looking to build a future in Ontario âś…
If you’re a recent Master’s grad and Ontario feels like home, this stream could be the perfect fit for your immigration journey.