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Permanent residence for entrepreneurs with support from designated organizations.
Varies
Min. income
CA$1,815
Application fee
12–24 months
Processing time
Permanent
Stay duration
Start-up Visa Program is a startup route in Canada for relocation and residency planning. Permanent residence for entrepreneurs with support from designated organizations. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Dataset verified).
Start-up Visa Program is a Canada startup program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | Very high |
| Visa type | Startup |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | CA$1,815 |
| Processing time | 12–24 months |
| Stay duration | Permanent |
Settlement funds must be demonstrated.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.canada.ca
Last checked: June 23, 2026
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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