The Entrepreneur Immigration to Canada Program seeks to attract experienced
business persons who will own and actively manage businesses in Canada that
contribute to the economy and create jobs. As a qualified Entrepreneur, you and
your immediate family can obtain Canada Immigration (Permanent Resident) Visas
and can apply
for Canadian Citizenship once they have completed their minimum stay
requirements in Canada. In order to apply, Entrepreneurs must:
- Have business experience;
- Must have legally obtained minimum net worth of $300,000; and
- provides a written statement to an officer that they intend and will be
able to meet the conditions listed at the bottom of this page
Entrepreneurs: Who can apply
In order to be eligible under the Entrepreneur Program, you must:
Business experience
In respect of an entrepreneur, means a minimum of two years of experience
consisting of two one-year periods of experience in the management of a
qualifying business and the control of a percentage of equity of the qualifying
business during the period beginning five years before the date of application
for a permanent resident visa and ending on the day a decision is made on the
application.
Net worth requirements
You must be able to satisfy a visa officer that the fair market value of all
your assets and the assets of your spouse or common-law partner were obtained
legally. Your assets must exceed the fair market value of all your liabilities
and the liabilities of your spouse or common-law partner by at least $300,000.
Selection criteria
You will be assessed based on selection criteria that include your
experience, education, age, language abilities, and adaptability.
Medical, security and other requirements
You and your family members must pass a medical examination and security and
criminal checks.
Applying for Business Entrepreneurs Program:
If you meet the above caiteria and would like to immigrate to Canada under the Enterpreneurs
Program you my do so by completing the Immigration to Canada
Evaluation From. Once you have completed the form, our specialized agen will
provide you further details. If you don't quality for the Enterpreneurs program you may still complete the evaluation form and our agent will suggest you other another immigration to Canada criteria for which you will be applicable.
