PROCESSING TIME FOR VARIOUS CANADA IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS UNDER SINP

The SINP processing time information is updated every quarter . It shows the time it has taken to process an application after we receive a complete application package in the most recent quarter. This time is measured in months for each category. Processing times can change at any time.

The processing times below show the average time , that it takes for 80 per cent of applications to be processed. This time is measured from when the complete application is received to when it’s processed.

These processing times are an average based on the past quarter (or three months). They may not tell you precise processing times for future applications.

Service Standard The SINP's goal is to process all International Skilled Worker and Saskatchewan Experience applications within 4 months. In order to process an application, we must have all information and supporting documents. International Skilled Worker

SINP Category-1 Quarter 1 - 2017-18 (Apr. 1 to Jun. 30, 2017) Measured in months Employment Offer <1 month Occupation In-Demand 4.1 Express Entry 3.8

Saskatchewan Experience SINP Category-2 Quarter 1 - 2017-18 (Apr. 1 to Jun. 30, 2017) Measured in months Existing Work Permit <1 month Health Professionals <1 month International Students <1 month Truck Drivers 1.1 Hospitality Workers <1 month

Processing times for the International Skilled Worker category and Saskatchewan Experience category are calculated for applications that are finalized, meaning the decision on the file is: Nominated; Returned; or Ineligible Entrepreneur and Farm

SINP Category-3 Quarter 1 - 2017-18 (Apr. 1 to Jun. 30, 2017) Measured in months Entrepreneurs 6.4 Farmers 5.8