Canadian Start-Up Visa Immigration Program
What is the Start-Up Visa Program, and who is it for?
The Canadian Start-up Visa Immigration Program (SUV) is a federal immigration program designed to attract future-focused and innovative business leaders to Canada. The program offers Permanent Residence to qualified immigrant entrepreneurs, once they have received support from a Designated Organization (Angel Investor, Incubator, or Venture Capital Funding).
If you are a business leader with an innovative idea, that is looking for Canadian Permanent Residency for yourself and your family - this is the program for you!
How our services give you and your company the best chance at success
Our tailored consulting services have supported over 150 companies through the SUV Program process over the last 5 years. Working with companies across dozens of industries, we have developed a large range of solutions and connected innovative business leaders like yourself to the necessary funding and industry connections that you need to succeed in this program - and build the life you dreamed of.
Advantages of the SUV Program
- Permanent Resident status upon immigration review and approval – for the applicant and their dependents (spouse and children under 22).
- 18- to 24-month processing time
- Up to 5 business partners per application
- Faster and more consistent approvals than other LMIA and points-based programs.
- Work Permits granted (optional) during processing, to expedite company growth
- No Net Worth Valuation Requirement
- No Minimum Investment Requirement
Disadvantages of the SUV Program
- Team leadership is typically managed through one core applicant – should their application fail, the entire team will also fail.
- Application and process costs are higher than some other programs.
Additional Information and Critical Application Requirements
To apply and qualify for the Canadian Immigration "Start-up Visa Program," you will need to provide the following information:
- Proof of language proficiency:
- Education credentials:
- Business plan:
- Letter of support:
- Proof of funds:
- Medical examination:
- Police clearance certificate:
- Application fee:
** Note that the requirements for the Start-up Visa Program may vary depending on the specific circumstances of your application. It is important to consult the official government website and seek guidance from a qualified immigration professional to ensure that you meet all requirements and have the best chance of success.
