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What is Startup Visa?
The Canadian Federal Government is entrenching a pilot project for immigration called the Start-Up Visa Program. Through this program & with the help of our Canada immigration experts, permanent residency is offered to overseas entrepreneurs who agree upon moving their businesses to Canada.
- The program has 32 funds of venture capital, 6 groups of angel investors and 14 incubators of business.
- A support letter is required from the angel investor, venture capital fund or business incubator in Canada to support the business concept of the entrepreneur.
- Each applicant should have voting rights of 10% or above linked with all the corporation shares that are outstanding at the time of application (up to 5 individuals are allowed to apply as owners)
- Should be able to manage the business from inside Canada, actively


What is Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)?
A PNP enables nomination of an applicant on behalf of the province for migration to Canada for settlement in that particular province.
- The requirements for minimum investment, as well as net worth, vary between provinces, as each immigration program for business fits the individual provincial needs.
- A detailed business plan is a requirement of every Canadian immigration business program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Canada is making the process of immigrating to Canada easier for international entrepreneurs through its Start-Up Visa Program.
To be eligible for the Start Up Visa, you must show that your business idea has been approved by a designated investor organization. You also need to meet language requirements and prove that your ownership meets those qualifications as well. Finally, you will need settlement funds in order to qualify
No, you do not need to invest your own money, the investment needs to come from a designated venture capital or an angel investor.
If you’re interested in becoming a permanent resident of Canada as a self-employed individual, be sure to have relevant experience and interest in cultural activities or athletics. You also must demonstrate the willingness and ability to make significant contributions to either field here.