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Entrepreneur Immigration Visa

Start-up Visa Program closed to new applications January 1, 2026. Applicants with valid 2025 commitment certificates can still apply until June 30, 2026. New Entrepreneur Pilot Program for 2026 has stricter requirements, higher capital thresholds, and only 500 spots annually (50% cut from previous). Provincial entrepreneur streams now primary option for business immigrants: BC ($200,000 investment, $600,000 net worth), Alberta Rural ($100,000 investment, $300,000 net worth), and others. Each province has different requirements for business experience, investment amounts, job creation, and active management involvement.

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Processing Time

Provincial nomination: 3-12 months, Federal PR: varies

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Cost

Provincial fees + Federal: ~$1,965 + investment capital

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Duration

Permanent residence

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Work Rights

Work permit available during process, full rights after PR

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Provincial stream: varies by province
  • 2Net worth: $300,000-$600,000+ depending on stream
  • 3Investment: $100,000-$200,000+ depending on stream
  • 4Business management experience (usually 3+ years)
  • 5Language: CLB 4-5 minimum
  • 6Intent to actively manage business

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