Canada
Residency by Investment in Canada
Live and work in Canada
Gain the right to reside and work anywhere across the country, enjoying its high standard of living and robust public services.Route to Canadian citizenship
Qualify for citizenship after meeting permanent residency and physical presence requirements.Affordable and active investing
Participate in Canada’s economy through a government-backed immigration investment stream with competitive entry thresholds
Minimum Investment Amount
CAD225,000
Key Residency Benefit
Route to Canadian citizenship
Processing Time
18+ months
What makes Canada a popular investment location?
Canada is a G7 nation with one of the strongest and most stable economies over the past decade. Known for its high standard of living and inclusive society, Canada offers a modern, family-friendly environment.
The country features world-class cities that blend professional opportunities with vibrant cultural experiences and dynamic social life. From Atlantic coastlines and expansive forests to mountain ranges and serene lakes, Canada’s natural beauty is among the most striking in the world.
With the second-largest oil reserves and the fourth-largest supply of freshwater globally, Canada is a resource-rich country that continues to attract investors and families alike.
Guide to Canada's Residency by Investment programme
The Government of Canada introduced the Start-up Visa (SUV) Program in 2013 to attract highly skilled entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Originally launched as a pilot, the program became permanent in 2018 due to its success.
The SUV Program targets entrepreneurs with the potential to build globally competitive businesses that will generate jobs and stimulate economic growth in Canada. To qualify, applicants must secure the support of a Designated Organization (DO), which evaluates the business concept and ensures it meets the program’s innovation and viability standards.
The required investment from the DO typically ranges between CAD 75,000 and CAD 200,000, depending on the nature of the start-up. The program is sector-agnostic, allowing a broad range of industries, provided the business is unique, scalable, and capable of contributing to the Canadian economy.
How to get the Canada Start-up Visa
Language requirements
The applicant must meet the minimum level of the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in English or French, as determined by the approved agencies.
Accredited investor
The applicant must be an accredited investor by satisfying one of the following criteria:
Individual income of $200,000 or combined with spouse $300,000
Financial assets of $1 million (including spouse’s)
Net assets of at least $5 million (including spouse’s)
Qualify business
Secure 10% or more of the shareholding of the corporation outstanding.
Letter of support from a Designated Organization (DO)
Get a Letter of support (LOS) from one of the various Designated Organizations (DOs) the government has trusted to administer and mandate the SUV program, such as incubators, angel groups and venture capital groups.
Key Benefits of the Canada Start-up Visa
The Canada Start-up Visa provides permanent residency from day one, giving founders the opportunity to establish and grow their business within a stable and supportive environment. To maintain permanent resident status, individuals must reside in Canada for at least 730 days within a five-year period.
Successful applicants and their immediate family members may become eligible for Canadian citizenship after three years (1,095 days) of physical presence in Canada within the five years preceding their application.
Canadian residents are subject to tax on their worldwide income at both federal and provincial levels. Non-residents, by contrast, are only taxed on income sourced in Canada and gains from the sale of taxable Canadian property.
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