Quebec immigration
PSTQ: Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program
Regulated consultant, RCIC R520189
The Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) is Quebec's permanent selection program for workers, organized in streams, with a view to obtaining a CSQ.
Processing time
Times vary by PSTQ stream and MIFI volume, then federal permanent residence processing (often around 6 months after selection).
Estimate only, based on times typically observed with IRCC or MIFI. Times vary by visa office, application volume and file complexity. They are not a guarantee.
The Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) is Quebec's main permanent selection program for economic immigration. It has several streams, each with its own conditions (skills, experience, French, and a job offer where required).
An expression of interest and, where applicable, an invitation to apply for selection often precede filing. A CSQ, if issued, then opens the way to a permanent residence application to IRCC.
We identify the applicable stream, assess the profile against criteria published by MIFI and prepare the selection application, then the federal file.
Document checklist
The detailed list of required documents and additional items is shared after a consultation, once your file is opened.
Request a consultationAt NK immigration, our commitment is to guide you with professionalism, transparency and rigour, so that every stage of your project is prepared with care and you can move forward with confidence.
Other procedures in the Quebec immigration stream
PEQ Graduate stream: Quebec Experience Program
Graduates of a Quebec educational institution who meet MIFI selection criteria, including an eligible diploma and the required French ability.
View the procedurePEQ Worker stream: Quebec Experience Program
Workers who hold or have held eligible employment in Quebec and who meet MIFI French and work-experience requirements.
View the procedureReady to start your Canadian immigration project?
Rigour, compliance and transparency at every stage.