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Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program is designed specifically for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to establish and scale innovative businesses in one of the world's most stable and business-friendly economies.

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Key Benefits
Eligibility for Canadian citizenship after three years of physical presence within a five-year period
Permanent residency in Canada with the ability to live, work, and expand business operations
Visa-free travel and access to the entire North American market
No age restrictions, net worth requirements, or mandatory higher education qualifications
Family members, including spouses and dependent children, are included in the application
A fast-growing ecosystem with funding opportunities, business accelerators, and government support
Requirements

Entrepreneurs applying for the Start-Up Visa Program must meet the following criteria:

  1. Present a scalable and innovative business proposal that has the potential to create jobs and contribute to Canada’s economic growth
  2. Secure the backing of a designated business organization, which may be a venture capital fund, an angel investor group, or a business incubator
  3. Meet language proficiency requirements in English or French at a minimum CLB/IELTS 5 level
  4. Pass medical and security checks to ensure admissibility to Canada

Procedure
  1. Reach out to a member of the Harper Greene team
  2. Develop a compelling and innovative business proposal
  3. Secure approval from a designated Canadian investment or business support organization
  4. Receive a letter of support confirming the business meets program requirements
  5. Submit a permanent residence application along with required documentation
  6. Receive approval for Canadian residency and begin business operations
  7. Maintain residency status by residing in Canada for at least two out of five years
  8. Become eligible for Canadian citizenship after three years of physical presence
Invest in your Future

Canada offers a thriving and supportive environment for startups, with a strong economy, a skilled workforce, and access to capital. Its cities, including Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, are ranked among the best places to launch and grow a business, providing entrepreneurs with world-class infrastructure, networking opportunities, and innovation-friendly policies. The Start-Up Visa Program is specifically designed to attract business innovators who can bring high-potential ventures to Canada’s dynamic economy.

Why Us?

Harper Greene is a premier investment migration advisory firm with offices in Canada, United States, Europe and Asia. With over 25 years of collective experience, our team of seasoned immigration experts consist of lawyers, consultants and skilled economists who have been leaders not only in processing immigration applications, but also in shaping immigration policy as well as developing and servicing migration programs and products. In short, we understand investment migration, front to back, inside out. Collectively, our team has serviced more than 5,000 clients around the world. Our unparalleled insights and experiences enable us to provide bespoke investment solutions and deliver world-class advisory service tailored to you and your family’s unique needs.

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