Start-up Visa

Canadian Start-Up Visa Program

The Start-Up Visa gives you a direct PR route by validating your startup concept with a designated organization. You don’t need to invest your own capital (always) if you receive support.

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Why Start-Up Visa?

The Start-Up Visa gives you a direct PR route by validating your startup concept with a designated organization. You don’t need to invest your own capital (always) if you receive support. With IRCC’s encouragement for innovation and job creation, this is one of Canada’s primary entrepreneur programs.

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Innovative Business Route

Turn your startup idea into PR. No job offer needed if backed by a designated organisation.

No Mandatory Personal Investment

If accepted by incubators, investment isn’t always required. Focus is on scalability, not capital.

Global Competition

Build a business in Canada with access to global markets. Canadian ecosystem support for your startup.

Include Your Family

Your spouse and dependents get PR too. Full access to healthcare, education, and social services.

Learn about the Process

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Check Eligibility

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Develop Business Concept

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Designated Organisation

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Get Letter of Support

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Get Letter of Support

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Apply for PR

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Optional Work Permit

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Decision & Settlement

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Why Be Your Own Boss in Canada?

With SUV you can build a scalable business, create Canadian jobs, and bring your family along. You’ll operate your venture from inside Canada under PR status and contribute to Canada’s innovation ecosystem. Beyond residency, it gives you the freedom to grow globally while benefiting from Canada’s strong business environment.

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Why Designated Support?

The Start-Up Visa gives you a direct PR route by validating your startup concept with a designated organization. You don’t need to invest your own capital (always) if you receive support. With IRCC’s encouragement for innovation and job creation, this is one of Canada’s primary entrepreneur programs.

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Meet the Experts!

Here is our Robust team for Canada to guide all-the-way!

Shiva Pillai

10+ years of Sheer Dedication

Shiva is the backbone of operations, known for dedication and immigration expertise

  • Ensures smooth workflows through precision and efficiency
  • Specializes in immigration research, offering valuable strategic insights

Pradyuman Jhala

22+ years of Practice

With 20+ years of experience, Pradyuman delivers results with a client-first approach.

  • Guided 19,000+ clients with expertise in complex and rejected cases
  • Recognized for 96.8% success rate and strong communication across diverse client backgrounds

Devang Parekh

15+ years of Leadership

Devang has led SPS Group’s growth journey for over a decade

  • Heading operations since 2011 with expertise in talent, strategy, and client relations
  • Skilled in pilot projects, analytics, and mentoring youth through community initiatives

Naju Gadhvi

7+ Years of Digitalization

Naju has shaped our brand voice since SPS India’s inception

  • Building the company’s presence from Day 1 with expertise in social media and branding
  • Worked with 20+ leading brands as a creative thinker and storyteller

Niharika Chaudhary

5+ years in IMM Sector

Niharika strengthens legal submissions with precision and depth

  • Proficient in drafting legal documents, submissions, and client correspondence
  • Improved approval rates with well-researched, citation-backed legal content

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FAQ's and Tips

What language level is required in Startup Visa

You must reach CLB 5 in English or French in all four skills. 

Who is eligible to apply for the Start-Up Visa?

You can apply individually or as part of a group (up to 5 owners). You must have a qualifying business, obtain a letter of support from a designated organization, meet the language requirement (CLB 5), and show sufficient settlement funds.

How long does it take to process a Start-Up Visa application?

Processing can take 31 months or more, depending on volume, security checks, and completeness of your application. Work permits can let you start earlier while waiting.

What Our Clients Say

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