Rural Immigration Pilot
The RCIP is a permanent residence pathway designed for skilled foreign workers to live and settle in one of 14 rural/remote Canadian communities. You need a job offer from a designated employer in a participating community, plus endorsement by that community’s economic development organization.
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Latest Updates in RCIP
- IRCC increased settlement fund requirements for AIP applicants in July 2025.
- Processing times for AIP PR applications have grown by about one month.
- New Brunswick paused new AIP endorsements in April 2025 after meeting its quota.
- Applicants must maintain valid status (e.g., work permits) while waiting for decisions.
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What is RCIP?
This Pilot Program offers permanent residence to skilled workers who wish to live and work in rural and remote communities. Fourteen communities will allow approved employers to hire workers for jobs they can't fill locally. To apply for PR through the RCIP, you must:
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Community Support
Smaller population = more personal attention. Local services & support are more accessible.
Employer jobs
Jobs ready for you in rural towns. Employers already committed and approved.
Shorter Waits
Community recommendations streamline the process. Less competition than city-based streams.
Living & Growth
Lower housing costs and expenses in smaller towns. More opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
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Check Eligibly
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Find an Employer
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Secure Endorsement
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Gather Documents
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Submit Applications
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Temp. Work Permit
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Review and Decision
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Settle in
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Why RCIP?
RCIP connects you directly with rural Canadian employers, making it easier to settle where communities need you. Because you secure a job offer from a designated employer and get community endorsement, many steps are clearer and more certain. The program is designed to help you integrate, with local support for settlement. You avoid the intense competition found in big city streams.
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Benefit of RCIP
RCIP gives you a chance to live in communities where your work matters. You’ll get a job offer from an employer who really needs your skills, community recommendation, and PR — all while enjoying the pace and lifestyle that rural Canada offers. Language and education requirements are fair, and rural ties often mean less application competition.
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Who can apply for RCIP
Oversea Skilled Worker
- For foreign Worker you must meet all the RCIP's requirements and additional requirements form the community you apply.
- Make sure to check the community website.
International Student
- RRCIP is especially beneficial for international students, since students are not required work experience or settlement funds but only a valid full-time job offer in NOC 0, A, B, C, or D.
- Candidate need a 2 or more year-post-secondary full-time program in the Designed learning institution (DLI) in one of the participating communities.
- You can also study Master or higher full-time program.
- You must apply for Permanent residence no more than 18 months after getting you degree.
Key facts on RCIP
Comparing to many existing immigration programs in Canada, RCIP is a great opportunity for foreign skilled workers and international students to get their Permanent Residence ticket since it has lower requirements:
- Apply for all NOC Category (0, A, B, C, D).
- Low language requirement (CLB 4 to 6).
- Low cost of living.
- Easy to get Permanent Resident – especially for international students
- There are many qualify colleges and universities in these participating communities with wide range of programs and rich choices for all students
- After completing study, students have up to 3 years (under Post Graduate Work Permit) to find an employment and then ready to prepare for Permanent Resident application without waiting 1 year to gain experience.
To help you navigate the entire process, our team has the resources and skills to assist. Please email or call us if you are interest and would like to know more about the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot program.
Do I have to live in a rural community to apply under RCIP?
Yes — the job offer has to be from one of the 14 participating rural / remote communities.
Is one year of work experience mandatory for RCIP
Yes, generally 1,560 hours in the last three years, though graduates in the community may be exempt if they meet the education criteria.
How long does it take to process RCIP applications?
Processing depends on community, job offer speed, and document preparation. Generally around 6 months once all requirements are met and endorsement is issued.
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