Applicants to the NLPNP may choose to hire immigration representatives like consultants or lawyers for assistance, but it is not required. All application forms and information are freely available online. If a representative is hired, applicants must declare this on their application to avoid refusal. Only authorized representatives who are members of recognized professional bodies may charge fees. The NLPNP may contact applicants directly regardless of representation, and applicants must maintain full access to their application and correspondence throughout the process.

• Immigration consultants, lawyers, and other representatives provide advice and assistance to immigration applicants, usually for a fee.
• Hiring an immigration representative is optional; applicants can complete and submit applications independently using free resources.
• Applicants must declare if they hire a representative by completing the applicable form; failure to do so results in application refusal.
• The NLPNP reserves the right to communicate directly with applicants even if they have authorized representatives.
• Applicants must have full access to their email and application during all stages of the NLPNP process.
• Only lawyers, ICCRC-registered immigration consultants, and Quebec notaries in good standing may legally charge fees for immigration representation.
• Applicants should verify the credentials of any representative before paying fees and avoid false or misleading information.
• Official forms and information are available free from the NLPNP and IRCC websites.
• Applicants should beware of scams and only use official government websites for information and application forms.

• Mandatory declaration of representatives on NLPNP applications to avoid refusal
• Requirement for applicants to maintain full access to their application and correspondence

• Applicants to the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
• Individuals considering hiring immigration representatives for NLPNP applications

• Applicants can apply independently using free forms and guides from NLPNP and IRCC websites
• If hiring a representative, complete the applicable use of representative form and ensure all correspondence includes the applicant

• https://www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/immigrating-to-newfoundland-and-labrador/provincial-nominee-program/applicants/using-representatives-and-consultants
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html