Newfoundland and Labrador held its eighth provincial immigration draw of 2026 on July 10, issuing a total of 57 invitations — the smallest round this year.

Draw Breakdown:
- NLPNP (Skilled Worker in Priority Occupation): 30 invitations at a minimum score of 69 points
- NLPNP (Regular): 17 invitations (no stream-specific breakdown provided)
- AIP: 40 invitations

This marks the first time since September 2025 that AIP candidates outnumbered NLPNP candidates in a single draw, taking 40 of the 57 invitations (70.2%).

Key Details:
- Minimum Score: 69 points (Priority Occupation stream)
- Total Invitations: 57 (8th draw of 2026)
- Year-to-Date Total: 1,544 provincial immigration candidates invited
- 60-day application deadline after selection

EOI Prioritization Factors:
Candidates may be prioritized based on employment in healthcare, sales and service, rural areas, and underrepresented occupations. A valid job offer from a provincial employer is generally required (entrepreneur streams are the exception).

Processing Times (as of July 7, 2026):
- Base PNP: 12 months
- Enhanced PNP: 7 months
- AIP: 26 months

Historical Draw Sizes in 2026:
March 6: 445 | March 30: 245 | April 13: 210 | May 1: 190 | May 11: 186 | May 28: 103 | June 10: 108 | July 10: 57

Invitation numbers have fallen across each successive draw since June 10. The July 10 draw set a new low for the year.

How to Apply:
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism's Immigration Accelerator Portal. Selected candidates have 60 days to submit a complete application. NLPNP applications are submitted by the candidate; AIP applications must be submitted by the employer.

After receiving a provincial nomination certificate (NLPNP) or endorsement certificate (AIP), candidates can apply for permanent residence to the federal government.