Canada Start-Up Visa – Entrepreneur Immigration Program

Immigrate to Canada by launching an innovative start-up and secure permanent residency.

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At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: CA$0; Currency: CAD

Typical timeline: 12 months; From application start

Highlights

Start-Up Visa
Entrepreneur Immigration
Canada PR

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Quick eligibility check

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1Do you have an innovative business idea?

Yes

2Can you secure support from a designated organization?

Yes

3Do you meet CLB/NCLC level 5 in English or French?

Yes

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Program overview

The Canada Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program offers a direct pathway to Permanent Residency for global entrepreneurs who build innovative, scalable businesses supported by designated Canadian organizations. It prioritizes creativity over capital, enabling families to live, work, and grow in Canada’s thriving start-up ecosystem.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

CAD: CA$0

Required proof of funds

CAD: CA$0

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Designated organization support / incubation fee	CA$0	Upon acceptance	No fixed investment; based on designated organization support.
Legal & processing fees	CA$0	Upon submission	Check latest IRCC, biometrics, and PR fees.

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Proof of funds

Settlement fundsCA$0
Show funds per family size per IRCC guidelines.

Required (CAD): CA$0

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

Secure a Letter of Support and Commitment Certificate from a designated organization (VC fund, angel group, or incubator).
Meet CLB/NCLC 5 in English or French.
Show proof of settlement funds based on family size.
Own at least 10% of the company; total ownership with the organization must exceed 50%.
Incorporate and actively operate the business in Canada before PR approval.
Actively manage and participate in the business from within Canada.

Key benefits

Direct pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency (PR).
No minimum investment or net worth required.
Work permit available while PR is processed.
Access to Canada’s start-up ecosystem, incubators, and investors.
Include spouse and dependents in your PR application.
Build and scale your business in a global innovation hub.

Application process

Process

How it works

5 steps

Step 1: Develop a business idea
Create an innovative start-up concept with global market potential.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 2: Get support from a designated organization
Secure a Letter of Support from an approved incubator, investor, or venture fund.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 3: Apply for Canada Start-Up Visa
Submit your PR application to IRCC with all required documents.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 4: Apply for a work permit
Obtain a temporary work permit to launch and manage your start-up in Canada.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 5: Operate business and get PR
Grow your start-up in Canada and receive Permanent Residency upon approval.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks