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Canada · Investment route
Obtain Canadian Permanent Residency through your cultural, artistic, or athletic achievements without a major investment requirement.
Last updated: 2025-11-03
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Federal Self-Employed Persons Program enables experienced professionals in cultural, artistic, or athletic fields to obtain Canadian Permanent Residency by contributing to the country’s cultural or athletic development. It’s an ideal route for individuals who can demonstrate self-employment experience and intend to continue their profession in Canada.
What you getالمزايا
Direct PR pathway for self-employed professionals in cultural, athletic, or artistic fields.
No investment or net worth requirement.
Include spouse and dependents in your PR application.
Operate independently or collaborate with Canadian organizations.
Federal program — no need for provincial nomination.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Government Processing Fee (Approx.)
For main applicant, payable to IRCC
Right of Permanent Residence Fee
Payable upon approval
Medical & Biometrics Fee
Estimated per applicant
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience in cultural, athletic, or farm management sectors.
Proven intent and ability to be self-employed in Canada.
Score at least 35 points on the IRCC selection grid.
Meet medical, security, and language (English/French) standards.
Show proof of settlement funds for you and your family.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Lack of relevant or verifiable experience.
Failure to prove intent for self-employment in Canada.
Low selection score below 35 points.
Criminal record or failed background checks.
The processكيف نعمل
Check Eligibility
Confirm your experience and intent to work as a self-employed professional in Canada.
Prepare Documentation
Collect proof of achievements, finances, and self-employment plans.
Submit Application to IRCC
Apply under the Federal Self-Employed Persons Program with complete documents.
Complete Biometrics & Medicals
Provide fingerprints and medical exams as part of background checks.
Receive PR Approval
Once approved, you and your family obtain Canadian Permanent Residency.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity Documents
Must be translated if not in English or French.
- ✦Passport and national ID copies for all family members
- ✦Birth and marriage certificates
Professional Experience
Demonstrate self-employment or world-class participation.
- ✦Portfolio or evidence of professional work
- ✦Letters of reference from employers, institutions, or event organizers
Financial Documents
Sufficient to support family post-arrival.
- ✦Proof of settlement funds (bank statements, savings)
- ✦Tax records or income proof
Compliance & Medical
Must meet IRCC health and character standards.
- ✦Police clearance certificates
- ✦Medical examination reports
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Risk notes
Applications may be refused if contribution to Canada’s culture or athletics is unclear.
Processing times vary by case and IRCC workload.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
Artists, athletes, and cultural professionals with relevant experience who intend to be self-employed in Canada.
Start the Canada route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.