Entrepreneur
When you immigrate to Canada as an entrepreneur, you must start and operate a business successfully within a certain time period. You are also required to create employment opportunities.
Following are the requirements of the entrepreneurial program and how to apply. The information is brought to you directly from Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).
Investors, entrepreneurs and self‑employed persons
The Business Immigration Program seeks to attract experienced business people to Canada who will support the development of a strong and prosperous Canadian economy.
Business immigrants are expected to make a C$400,000 investment or to own and manage businesses in Canada.
Canada has three classes of business immigrants:
- investors
- entrepreneurs and
- self-employed persons.
Each application can be made for only one class and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. The criteria you must meet to qualify are different for each class.
Find out if you can immigrate as one of the following:
Related Links
- Applying as a Business Immigrant
An overview for investors, entrepreneurs, or self-employed immigrants - Coming to Canada as a business immigrant
Learn about the entry requirements for all types of business immigrants
