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Canada Business and Investment Visa

Q: After a Canadian business visa is issued, can the family immigrate to Canada as the applicant's accompanying members?

Yes, after approval of the Canadian business visa , the spouse and children under 21 can immigrate to Canada as accompanying members. If you immigrate to the province of Manitoba, even a brother or sister can immigrate as an accompanying member.

Canada is a country with a strong and stable economy, and every year many immigrants arrive in the country for the purpose of business and investment . Because the government considers the Canadian economy important, special immigration programmes have been established for obtaining a Canadian investment visa as well as Canadian permanent residence. So if you too are highly skilled in your business profession and are looking to grow your business, Canada is the best environment for your progress. Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company strives to accompany you in fulfilling your dreams by explaining the precise details and providing a strategic plan. Stay with us in this article.

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Immigration rules change often. This guide is a general introduction; check the current rules with a licensed lawyer before you act.

Please note that throughout this article, business visa and investment visa refer to one type of visa, for which, for brevity, we have used Canadian investment visa .

What are the advantages of investing in Canada

The best way to obtain residence for yourself and your family
The low risk of investing in Canada
Earning income
The easy process of investing in Canada compared with other countries
The strongest laws supporting newly formed businesses
No age limit
No high language score required
Access to the global market
Low tax rates compared with other industrialised G7 countries
The high level of social welfare

Disadvantages of investing in Canada

Canada does not have a high degree of business diversity.
The requirement to be a Canadian resident or citizen (in some Canadian provinces)

The Canadian business visa is issued under what conditions and for whom?

To register and order goods and services
For people interested in taking part in international exhibitions.
For people who want to meet company representatives.
To take part in courses such as product presentations
To attend business meetings and conferences

Methods of investing in Canada

Entrepreneurship
Self-employment
Buying a business and registering a company
Startup
Federal investment

Cost of the Canadian investment visa

The Canadian investment visa or business visa varies depending on the method chosen for investing in Canada, which we review together in the tables below:

Type of application	Amount in Canadian dollars
Main applicant's work permit	255 dollars
Spouse's work permit	255 dollars
Children's visitor visa	100 dollars

Permanent residence application fees for the Canadian investment visa

Type of application	Amount in Canadian dollars
Main applicant's permanent residence	2,140 dollars
Spouse's permanent residence	1,365 dollars
Permanent residence for each child	230 dollars

Types of Canadian investment visa or Canadian business visa

The Canadian investment visa is divided into two general categories:

Short-term Canadian business visa (non-immigrant)
Long-term Canadian business visa (immigrant)
Startup visa
Self-employed visa

Requirements and documents for obtaining a Canadian investment visa or business visa

You must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid passport
Police clearance certificate
Previous visas (if any)
Passport photo
Language certificate
CV
Payment of the fees for registering and reviewing the documents.
Completion of a consent form by the applicant.
Submission of documents in English or French.
Attending an interview if required.
You must have the financial means to support yourself in Canada.
You must stay in Canada for a maximum of six months.
You must prove that you meet the requirements for obtaining a Canadian investment visa .
You must undertake that you are not entering the country in order to compete with Canadian companies.

Steps for obtaining a Canadian investment visa or business visa

Checking eligibility for an investment visa.
Completing the investment visa application form.
Providing the necessary documents.
Registering the necessary documents.
Paying the fee for processing the application for a Canadian investment visa
Wait for the result while your visa application is reviewed.
Sending your passport to receive the visa.

How long is the Canadian investment visa valid for

The Canadian investment visa is initially issued as Single Entry, meaning one entry, and the applicant can stay in Canada for a maximum of 6 months. If during this period the person complies with Canadian law and has sufficient reason for repeated business trips, the Canadian embassy issues a Canadian investment visa Multiple Entry, or multiple-entry visa, valid for between three and ten years, during which you can stay in Canada for a maximum of six months each time.

Given the great advantages of the Canadian investment visa or business visa and the many positive aspects of doing business in Canada, Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company will be by your side, working to set out successful immigration plans, so that, drawing on the experience and expertise of our trusted consultants and lawyers, your immigration to Canada can be achieved on the right path and in the shortest possible time.

If you would like advice , you can meet our consultants in person or online and learn about the process of obtaining your Canadian investment visa . You can also, right now, through our free assessment form, which is managed by expert consultants, check your eligibility for this type of visa.

Steps for obtaining a Canadian investment visa

Dear applicant, if you wish to obtain a Canadian investment visa, please follow the steps below

Assessment form and consultation

First, by completing the free assessment form, you can send your initial details and circumstances to the lawyers for review. If your general circumstances are suitable, a call will be scheduled for your consultation. Please note that this entire process is free of charge and is reviewed and assessed by specialists

Receiving the approval letter

After the consultation and completion of the immigration file process, a letter of approval or non-approval will be sent to you by the licensed lawyers. This letter states whether or not you are eligible to immigrate, the type of immigration visa, and the route and conditions through which you can immigrate.

Registration at Obtaining the visa Frequently asked questions some users have had about the Canadian investment visa

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to issue a Canadian business visa?

Depending on the country from which you have applied for the visa and the Canadian embassy's workload, it takes between one and six weeks.

What is the minimum language score for a Canadian investment visa?

You should have a minimum IELTS General score of 4 to 5.

Is an educational qualification required for Canadian investment?

No, but having one can help you earn more points.

After a Canadian business visa is issued, can the family immigrate to Canada as the applicant's accompanying members?

Yes, after approval of the Canadian business visa, the spouse and children under 21 can immigrate to Canada as accompanying members. If you immigrate to the province of Manitoba, even a brother or sister can immigrate as an accompanying member.