Canada
Why Choose Canada?
Canada offers a high quality of life, world-class healthcare, and an immigrant-friendly environment. Through a qualifying business, RN Associates helps you secure Canadian residency and a pathway to citizenship with one of the world’s most respected passports.
Benefits of the Canada Start-Up Visa
Permanent residency for you and your family with full healthcare and social benefits
Flexibility to pursue other opportunities (not tied to business performance)
Citizenship eligibility after 3 years with visa-free access to 187 countries
Team applications allowed for up to 5 entrepreneurs
Eligibility Requirements – Canada Start-Up Visa
Qualifying Business: Must be innovative, scalable, and add value to Canada’s economy
Letter of Support:
Venture Capital Fund (min. CAD $200,000)
Angel Investor Group (min. CAD $75,000)
Business Incubator (endorsement, no funding required)
Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB Level 5 in English or French
Settlement Funds: At least CAD $13,757 for a single applicant (increases with dependents)
Application Process – Canada Start-Up Visa
Create a solid and innovative business plan
Obtain a Letter of Support from a designated organization
Submit your Permanent Residency application
Complete medical, security, and biometrics checks
Receive Permanent Residency (PR) for you and your family
Costs & Processing Time – Canada Start-Up Visa
Application Fees:
Main Applicant: CAD $2,140
Spouse: CAD $1,365
Child: CAD $230
Processing Time:
Permanent Residency (PR): 12–16 months
Work Permit: 3–6 months
Latest Updates (2024–2025) – Canada Start-Up Visa
Reduced Quota: Annual slots cut from 5,000 to 1,000–2,000
New 3-Year Open Work Permit: Effective October 2024, available for applicants and dependents
Frequently Asked Questions – Canada Start-Up Visa
Yes, as long as you hold valid visitor, worker, or student status.
Your PR is not dependent on business performance.
PR takes 12–16 months. A work permit (3–6 months) lets you relocate earlier.
Yes, your spouse and dependent children also receive PR.
At least CAD $13,757 for one applicant (additional for dependents).
Yes, minimum CLB Level 5 in English or French.
Yes, the visa allows multiple entries.
