The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) announced an increase in the Skills Immigration application fee to $1,750 effective January 22, 2026. The program continues to provide immigration pathways for skilled international workers and eligible foreign entrepreneurs seeking permanent residency, supporting regional economic growth in British Columbia.

• Effective January 22, 2026, the BC PNP increased the Skills Immigration application fee from $1,475 to $1,750.
• The BC PNP offers immigration pathways for skilled international workers and eligible foreign entrepreneurs seeking permanent residency for themselves and their dependents.
• The program supports attracting talent in high-demand occupations and regional economic growth in British Columbia.
• For detailed fee information, applicants can visit the BC PNP For Workers page.

• Increase of the Skills Immigration application fee from $1,475 to $1,750 effective January 22, 2026.

• Skilled international workers applying through the BC PNP Skills Immigration stream.
• Eligible foreign entrepreneurs seeking permanent residency through BC PNP.

• Applicants should refer to the BC PNP For Workers page for detailed fee information and application procedures.

• January 22, 2026 - Effective date of the new application fee.

• https://www.welcomebc.ca/immigrate-to-b-c/about-the-bc-provincial-nominee-program-4374589fc5bd099f34c82a0e2623f93d/news