Background

Canada Business Visa

Innovate, Invest, and Build Your Future in the North.

Pathways to Residency

Canada Start-Up Visa

The Canadian government encourages investors, business managers, and entrepreneurs to apply to the Canada Business Visa Pathway. The most prominent route is the Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program.

Designed for immigrant entrepreneurs with the skill to build innovative businesses, this program targets ventures capable of creating jobs for Canadians and competing on a global scale.

Direct PR Pathway
Family Inclusive
Toronto Business District

Why Choose Canada?

A streamlined approach for global entrepreneurs.

It's Fast

Come to Canada right away with your family and start a business. The process is streamlined for quicker entry compared to other investor programs.

It's Affordable

No specific minimum or upfront personal investment amount is required by the government for the Start-Up Visa program itself.

It's Easy

We assist in preparing the paperwork and submitting it for you. The structure is simpler than traditional provincial nominee entrepreneur streams.

It's Flexible

When you arrive in Canada, you have the flexibility to pivot your business plans without restrictive performance agreements holding you back.

The Start-Up Visa Process

From concept to residency, navigating the requirements of Designated Organizations.

01

Business Plan

Develop a qualifying business plan for an innovative venture that can compete globally and create local jobs.

02

Designated Org

Identify and pitch to a designated organization: Business Incubator, Angel Investor, or Venture Capitalist.

03

Letter of Support

Secure a Letter of Support from the organization. This is the critical document required to apply.

04

Immigration App

Submit your application for Permanent Residence (PR). You may also apply for a work permit to arrive sooner.

How Visara Facilitates Success

We work with global partners to facilitate the Canada investor visa program, handling the complex coordination between you and the designated organizations.

Business Plan Creation

We help craft a strong qualifying business plan that meets innovation criteria.

Designated Org Liaison

Identifying and securing a Letter of Support from Incubators, Angel Investors, or VCs.

Essential Person Strategy

Strategically nominating the essential person to avoid group disqualification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In a group application, the 'Essential Person' is critical to the business. If the Essential Person's application is rejected, all other partners' applications in the group are automatically disqualified.