Immigration to Canada
Startup Visa
Startup Visa.
The Startup Visa is a federal immigration program aimed at attracting innovative and creative entrepreneurs to Canada. The government has designated several financial structures to provide investments to prospective projects. These include Venture Capital Funds, Business Angel Groups, and Business Incubators.
The Startup Visa allows a team of up to five key members to apply for permanent residence in Canada. All startup team members can include their spouses and children in the application. Jalili Law will help your startup find a suitable investor who can provide a Letter of Support, enabling you to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
Schedule a complimentary consultation to clarify your immigration goals and explore the best provincial programs for your qualifications. Our experts will help you navigate the process and identify the most suitable options for your unique situation.
Startup Visa Support for Entrepreneurs in Toronto and the GTA
Jalili Law Firm helps entrepreneurs in Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area pursue permanent residence through the Startup Visa program. We assist with securing a designated organization’s support and preparing the supporting business documentation your application requires.
FAQ - Commonly Asked Questions
The Startup Visa is a federal immigration program aimed at attracting innovative and creative entrepreneurs to Canada. It works with designated financial structures, including Venture Capital Funds, Business Angel Groups, and Business Incubators, that provide investment to prospective projects.
The Startup Visa allows a team of up to five key members to apply for permanent residence in Canada together, and each team member can include their spouse and children in the application. Jalili Law Firm can help your startup find a suitable investor who can provide a Letter of Support.
No. Unlike employer-driven immigration programs, the Startup Visa is based on securing support from a designated organization, such as a venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator, rather than a job offer from a Canadian employer.
Yes. Applicants may be eligible for a temporary work permit while their Startup Visa application for permanent residence is being processed, allowing them to begin building their business in Canada sooner.
Applicants must meet a minimum language proficiency level in English or French, demonstrated through an approved third-party language test, as part of the Startup Visa eligibility criteria.