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Secure Canadian Permanent Residency by launching an innovative business supported by a designated organization.
Last updated: 2025-11-03
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Federal Start-Up Visa Program provides foreign entrepreneurs the opportunity to obtain Canadian Permanent Residency by creating an innovative business supported by a designated organization such as a venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator.
What you getالمزايا
Get Canadian PR through business innovation.
No personal investment if supported by an incubator.
Include spouse and dependent children.
Access top investors and accelerators in Canada.
PR stays valid even if business fails.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Government Processing Fee
At PR application submission · For main applicant, payable to IRCC
Right of Permanent Residence Fee
After PR approval (or upfront) · Required before issuing PR visa
Medical & Biometrics Fee
During application processing · Covers medical exam and fingerprints 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
Letter of Support from a designated organization.
Own at least 10% of the business.
CLB 5 in English or French required.
Show proof of settlement funds.
Present an innovative, scalable business idea.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
No support from a designated organization.
Weak or unrealistic business concept.
Low language score or missing funds.
Incomplete or false documents.
The processكيف نعمل
Develop Your Business Idea
Design an innovative, scalable start-up aligned with Canada’s market needs.
Get Support from a Designated Organization
Secure a Letter of Support from an approved venture fund, angel investor, or incubator.
Apply for PR through IRCC
Submit your Start-Up Visa application with all required documents and endorsements.
Complete Medical & Security Checks
Meet IRCC’s health and background clearance requirements.
Work in Canada & Receive PR
Operate your business under a work permit while your PR is processed, then settle permanently.
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
Business Documents
Show innovation, scalability, and growth potential.
- ✦Business plan and pitch deck
- ✦Letter of Support from designated organization
- ✦Proof of business ownership and incorporation (if applicable)
Financial Documents
Demonstrate financial stability.
- ✦Proof of settlement funds
- ✦Bank statements or investment confirmations
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
Approval depends on IRCC and organization review.
PR remains secure after business closure.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
It’s a federal immigration pathway granting PR to entrepreneurs supported by approved organizations.
Start the Canada route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.