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[Start Your Application](https://my.immigratic.com/) #### Program Categories **Category:** Permanent Residency **Sub-category:** Ontario Provincial Nominee Program #### Eligibility Criteria - **Education:** - Completed at least two years of PhD studies at an eligible Ontario university. - Must have successfully completed all degree requirements. **Residency in Ontario:** - Must have legally resided in Ontario for at least one year in the past two years. **Settlement Funds:** - Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your dependents. **Intention to Reside:** - Plan to live and work in Ontario. #### Key Insights - No job offer or language test required. - Application must be submitted within two years of completing the PhD. - Open to applicants both within and outside of Canada. ![Frame 76](https://try.immigratic.com/hubfs/Frame%2076.png) ![Frame 76](https://try.immigratic.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%2076.png?width=518&height=689&name=Frame%2076.png) ![Frame 76](https://try.immigratic.com/hubfs/Frame%2076.png) [CTA text](https://try.immigratic.com/hubfs/Frame%2076.png?hsLang=en) ## Application Process Your Pathway to OINP International Student Stream in Six Simple Steps [Start Your Assessment](https://my.immigratic.com/) ## 01. ##### Take the Assessment Begin by completing our comprehensive assessment to evaluate your eligibility. ## 02. ##### Book a Meeting Schedule a consultation with our experts to discuss your options. ## 03. ##### Choose a Service Select the service package that best fits your needs. ## 04. ##### Sign Retainer Agreement Formalize our partnership by signing the agreement. ## 05. ##### Receive Documentation Checklist Get a personalized checklist of all required documents. ## 06. ##### Review and Submit Application We thoroughly review your application before submitting it to the authorities. ## Program Fees #### Service Fees **Application Review (ImmiMock)** $1,500 CAD **Full Legal Representation** From $6,500 CAD #### Government Fees **OINP Application Fee:** From $1,500 CAD **Federal Application Fee:** From $1,325 CAD #### Disbursements **Educational Credential Assessments (if required)** **Medical examination fees** **Police clearance certificates** ## Processing Timeline ###### OINP Processing Time Approximately 60-90 days  ###### Federal Processing Time Approximately 6-8 months after provincial nomination  ###### Important Dates Must apply within two years of completing the PhD degree. 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