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Key facts and statistics about business immigration in Canada
Canada issues ~2,000 SUV visas annually with 76% approval rate
Average processing time reduced from 31 to 18 months in 2023
Federal corporate tax rate: 15%, provincial rates vary (0-16%)
50+ designated organizations across Canada for SUV program
Access to $350 billion in government procurement opportunities
A step-by-step roadmap to your successful business immigration application
Evaluate your business concept, experience, and capital to select the optimal immigration program.
Connect with approved incubators, venture capital funds, or angel investor groups for SUV program.
Develop comprehensive business plan and secure commitment certificate from designated organization.
Submit complete application with all supporting documents to IRCC for processing.
Key points to consider for your business immigration application
Start-up Visa: Up to 5 applicants can apply together as co-founders
Self-employed: Must have relevant experience in cultural/athletic activities or farm management
Quebec has separate entrepreneur programs with different requirements
Provincial programs vary significantly in investment amounts and criteria
Business must be actively managed from Canada