Canada

Canada is among the world's wealthiest countries, with a high per-capita income and a leading trade market. The Canada Start-Up Visa Program is aimed at providing permanent residence to entrepreneurs and active investors in companies and expanding businesses that seek to establish a presence in Canada.

Meanwhile, the Quebec Investor Immigration Program is created for global investors who seek a Quebec work permit, with the possibility of receiving permanent residence to the country shortly thereafter.

Benefits of residence by investment in Canada

High standard of living
Excellent, affordable education and healthcare. Henley & Partners Education can assist in securing the best educational opportunities for your family

Family included in the application

Multicultural, tolerant, and vibrant cities
Excellent place to do business, with access to the entire North American market.

Minimal application requirements, with no age restriction, no net worth, and no higher education needed

Requirements of the Canada Start-Up Visa Program

To qualify for the Canada SUV program, applicants must propose an innovative, scaling start-up business, approved by a designated organization.

Investment requirements (including all fees):
USD 215,000 to USD 275,000, depending on the start-up business

Our team of experts provides comprehensive support to investors, including guidance, specialized training, and incubation services. We help identify market opportunities and equip start-ups with the necessary tools for growth while overseeing the entire immigration process.

Applicants are also required to:

Have English or French language proficiency at the CLB/IELTS 5 level
Be in good health
Have no criminal record
Requirements of the Quebec Investor Immigration Program
To obtain an initial work permit in Quebec (leading to permanent residence), applicants must fulfill both of the following investments:

Five-year interest-free investment of CAD 1 million, guaranteed by the Government of Quebec

Non-refundable contribution of CAD 200,000 to Investissement Québec

Investors are also required to:

Have at least two years’ management experience, which must be acquired within the five years preceding submission of their application
Have a net worth of at least CAD 2 million
Have a qualification equivalent to a secondary school diploma in Quebec
Be proficient in spoken French (at least level 7)
Procedures for Canadian residence by investment

Under the Start-Up Visa Program, clients are required to prepare and submit a business proposal, which needs to be approved by a designated government business organization. Once approved by a business incubator, an angel investment group, or a venture capital fund (depending on the investment option chosen), the client receives a letter of support, allowing them and their family to apply for permanent residence.

Under the Quebec Investor Immigration Program, the client’s application will be processed by the Quebec Government and the investment can be made after approval is granted. A minimum stay of at least 12 months within two years following issuance of the work permit is required. At least six months of the stay must be completed by the main applicant and the remaining six months can be completed by the main applicant or their spouse.

In order to maintain permanent resident status, physical presence for two out of five years (or 730 days) in Canada is required.

Acquiring Canadian citizenship

After three years (or 1,095 days) of permanent residence in Canada within a five-year period, successful applicants can apply for citizenship.

The Canadian passport provides visa-free or visa-on arrival access to over 180 destinations worldwide.