Investor Visa
An Investor Visa allows individuals to obtain residency or citizenship in a country by making a significant financial investment, typically in real estate, businesses, or government bonds. Countries like Portugal, Spain, and Malta offer these visas, with investment thresholds varying from around €250,000 to €1 million or more. In exchange, investors and their families often gain the right to live, work, and study in the country, with a pathway to Permanent Residency (PR) after a set period, typically 5 years. The program is designed to attract foreign capital and stimulate the local economy while providing residency benefits to investors. At Golden Gate Immigration Services we guide you through the entire application process, ensuring you meet the specific investment and documentation requirements for a smooth approval. Let us help you secure residency through a sound investment and manage all aspects of your application.
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Start-Up Visa Program: This program targets entrepreneurs who want to start a business in Canada. Applicants must have a qualifying business idea and secure support from a designated Canadian venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator.
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Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs): Some provinces in Canada, such as British Columbia, Ontario, and Manitoba, offer business immigration streams where investors and entrepreneurs can apply for PR by starting or investing in a business in the province.
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Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP): This was a popular program, but it has been suspended since 2019. When active, it allowed investors with a net worth of at least CAD 2 million to invest CAD 1.2 million into the Quebec economy in return for permanent residency.
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Self-Employed Persons Program: This allows individuals with relevant experience in cultural or athletic activities to apply for PR by demonstrating their ability to contribute to Canadian society.