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PNP for airline pilots.

milon45

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Jul 10, 2023
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As has been mentioned, focus on immigrating first. No airline will sponsor you in Canada. However you're fortunate in that Transport workers (including airline pilots) are one of the targeted occupations for Express Entry this year.



You will need to fulfil the usual requirements to make you eligible under the Federal Skilled Worker tranche.

The latest draw for transport workers was held on September, 20th and the lowest CRS score for that draw was 435.



If you have 3000 TT on jets (I'm guessing you're in Europe), then Sky Airline or Air Canada would likely have no issue considering you for an interview (once you have your PR). Right now, off-the-street applications are being accepted with less than 2000 TT and no jet experience.They would love to have you. Therein lies the issue and it should be telling you something. AC is the lowest paid legacy carrier in the world. The terms and conditions are appalling. You will find many Canadians flying overseas for a reason. Couple that with very high taxation, unaffordable housing and you have to ask what is the point?

As I said, unless you HAVE to be in Canada for family reasons then look elsewhere in the world.
There are no dedicated PNPs for airline pilots in Canada, but you may qualify through Express Entry (FSW) or employer-driven streams in provinces like Alberta and BC. Check for LMIA-based work permits or the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) as potential options.