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Applying to SINP as a regulated IT professional? Check if your NOC needs a license first

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By VisaBuddies Communityvia community — compiled from public visa forums

Timeline

Applied
File submitted March 2021

Step-by-Step

For a candidate with a strong SINP score (70) and CRS (400) applying under NOC 2173 (Software Engineers), group members flagged a licensing consideration:

  1. A good SINP/CRS combination generally means solid chances, but if you receive an ITA, you may still need a professional license depending on your NOC.

  2. Saskatchewan regulates certain IT-related NOCs. Members noted that some codes have a regulatory body — similar to WES or IQAS — that licenses you before you can practice, and this varies by the specific NOC (e.g., 2172 database admin or 2171 vs. 2173).


Before locking in your NOC, check whether it falls under Saskatchewan's regulated professions list, since that can add a licensing step after your nomination.

Dos, Don'ts & Tips

  • Tip: A strong SINP score doesn't guarantee a smooth path if your NOC requires a professional license in Saskatchewan.
  • Do: Check whether your specific IT-related NOC is regulated in Saskatchewan before assuming no licensing step is needed.

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