FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS VISA

The Federal business program is seeking to attract experienced applicants to Canada who will support the development of a strong and prosperous Canada. Foreign investment in existing businesses in Canada or the establishment and management of new business helps to foster a climate of continual business development.

Canada wishes to attract newcomers with world-class skills who are able to employ themselves once they arrive in Canada. Applicants can employ themselves in cultural or athletic activities, or through managing a farm in Canada.

The Federal Self-Employed Visa allows applicants meet the relevant experience and required amount of legally acquired funds to file an application. You must also meet some additional requirements including a points-based assessment.

DO I QUALIFY FOR A CANADIAN FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS VISA?

Our Free Federal Self-Employed Business Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to live and work in Canada.

FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

In order to apply for the Federal Self-Employed Visa, you must provide evidence of your experience; have sufficient funds to support your family upon your arrival, and demonstrate your intention and ability to become self-employed in Canada. In addition, you will also have to meet some additional requirements.

FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS VISA ENTITLEMENTS

The Federal Self-Employed Visa provides you with great flexibility in allowing you to settle anywhere in Canada (except the province of Quebec) and pursue your employment after your arrival, including taking any employment, pursuing further study or investing in a business. It is this flexibility that makes it an attractive option for eligible newcomers who wish to live and become self-employed in Canada.

Once you become a landed immigrant, you benefit from the many advantages reserved for permanent residents.

Permanent Residence. You will have access to Canada's Medicare system (government-funded health care), subsidized educational system, unrestricted access to the Canadian employment market, unemployment Insurance benefits, Canada Pension Plan benefits and the option to participate in tax exempt retirement plans such as registered retirement savings plans (RRSP).

Citizenship. You will also have to right to apply for Canadian Citizenship once you satisfy certain residency requirements.

Sponsorship. Another extremely important benefit of being a Permanent Resident is the opportunity to sponsor your close family relatives who may wish to join you in Canada.

FEDERAL SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS VISA PROCESSING TIME AND COSTS

OUR FEES
Advanced Migration Service**	C$399
Premium Migration Service***	C$6999
GOVERNMENT FEES AND PROCESSING TIMES
Application Fee	C$1540
Partner Application Fee	C$1040
Dependents Application Fee	C$150 - C$1040
Processing Time	7 to 74 Months
ADVANCED MIGRATION SERVICE Apply for this visa with help from a registered Migration Consultant. PREMIUM MIGRATION SERVICE Let a Migration Consultant manage your visa application for you.