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Hello everyone,


I would like to know about your experiences regarding the background check (criminality/security) stage for a Permanent Residence application through the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), outside Express Entry.


Here is my situation:


  • Application received by IRCC: May 19, 2025
  • Biometrics completed: August 15, 2025
  • Current status: “We are processing your background check”
  • No additional document requests or medical exams so far.

I’m trying to understand how long this stage usually takes, especially for applicants under the New Brunswick PNP or other non-Express Entry PNP streams.
Your feedback would really help me estimate the expected timeline before the final decision.


Thank you very much and good luck to everyone with your applications!