Start‑up Visa Program

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

pathway

Entry: conditional

Stay: permanent_residence pathway (permits lead to PR)

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Fee

varies CAD (Permanent residence application fees and biometrics apply; see IRCC)

Max stay

permanent_residence pathway (permits lead to PR)

Validity

permanent_residence application process

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

not_applicable

Work allowed

yes (as PR or with separate work permit while PR processed)

Sponsorship required

yes (support from a designated organization is required)

Financial requirements

investment_amount

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

yes

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies

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