Entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas can immigrate to Canada by using the country’s Start-up Visa Program.
The Canadian government encourages talented and creative entrepreneurs to launch their businesses in the country to boost the Canadian economy. The government also wants to create employment opportunities for locals through this program.
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Canada’s start-up visa program aims to provide entrepreneurs with the opportunity to immigrate to Canada to establish a new business. It is essential to demonstrate that your business is innovative, can compete with other similar enterprises globally, and, importantly, create new jobs for Canadians.
To be eligible for the program, you have to comply with the following requirements.
You must take a language test from an approved agency. This is necessary to show you have the minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmark or CLB. This benchmark must be for the French or English language. You must demonstrate proficiency in writing, reading, speaking, and, listening.
You must take a language test from an approved agency and show that you meet the minimum level of the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in either English or French in speaking, reading, listening, and writing.
You must prove you have the funds to support self and family/dependents. The funding amount to be demonstrated must match the number of dependents.
The eligibility requirements include a proof, such as a Commitment Certificate and Letter of Support. It must demonstrate that a designated organization supports your business. Fulfillment of this condition is crucial for the successful processing of your visa application. You are not required to invest your funds in this type of business.
If you meet all the eligibility requirements, you must secure funding of at least
The government of Canada must recognize the funding companies.
If your application is accepted into a recognized Canadian business incubator, no investment capital is required.
This will form the cover page of your application.
It may take the concerned department at least 12 to 16 months to process the documents.
An incomplete application may get rejected. That’s why you must make sure everything is complete and in order. Next, put all the documents in a 9” X 12” envelope. Write ‘Start-Up Visa’ clearly on the outside of the envelope. Mail to the concerned department.
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