Rules & Regulations for
Canada Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Submitting an Application

  Applications for the Canada Start-Up Visa Program require foreign entrepreneurs to propose an innovative, scalable business. This business must be approved by a designated organization, such as a business incubator, angel investment group, or venture capital fund.

• Background and Financial Checks

  For the Canada Start-Up Visa Program, applicants must demonstrate that their business idea is viable and supported by a designated organization. They must also have English or French proficiency at the CLB/IELTS 5 level, be in good health, and have no criminal record.

• Application Processing and Approval

  Once approved under the Canada Start-Up Visa Program, the applicant and their family are granted permanent residence in Canada. This is based on the successful approval of their business proposal by a designated organization and issuance of a letter of support.

• Renewals and Permanent Residency

  In order to maintain permanent resident status, applicants and their families must be physically present in Canada for at least two out of five years (730 days). This applies to both the Start-Up Visa Program and the Quebec Investor Immigration Program. Permanent residents may apply for Canadian citizenship after three years (1,095 days) of permanent residence within a five-year period.

• Citizenship Eligibility

  After three years of permanent residence (1,095 days) within a five-year period, applicants can apply for Canadian citizenship. This includes the applicant and eligible family members. The Canadian passport is highly ranked globally, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 destinations worldwide.