Self-Employed Programs

If you wish to migrate to Canada as a professional athlete, farmer or artisan, you can obtain a business immigrant visa for yourself and your family members under Self Employed Programs. This option is the most suitable for those individuals who like to do business in Canada but do not want to make a financial investment to establish themselves in Canada.

Federal Self Employed Program

The program uses a point-based grading system to assess the eligibility of a candidate for business migration. The program requires the applicant to have minimum work experience and proof that they can be successfully self-employed in Canada. The immigrants under this program can settle anywhere in Canada except Quebec.

Quebec Self Employed Program

The Quebec Self-Employed Program is similar to the Federal Self Employed Program. The applicants need to demonstrate that they are capable of becoming successful as self-employed within their industry. The candidate must have a minimum net worth of $100,000 and intent to reside in Quebec.

Provincial Nominee Programs

A person who wishes settle in a particular province can apply under the self-employed stream of the respective Provincial Nominee Program. The eligibility requirements and selection criteria will be different for different provincial nominee programs. However, the candidates will have to meet criteria with regard to years of experience and proof of personal assets.