Country Highlights
Capital
Ottawa
Population
38.25 mn (2021)
Language
English, French
Currency
Canadian Dollar
Exchange Rate
1 USD = 1.37 CAD
Government Type
Parliamentary democracy
Global Ranking
8th
Time to Citizenship
12-31 Months
Minimum Investment
US$ 146,000 (CAD 200,000)
Type of Investment
Business investment
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Benefits
- No restrictions on doing business worldwide, including the USA and China
- Easy visa-free entry into 172 countries around the world to conduct business
- Top-notch justice system
- Receive permanent residency in Canada for you and your family
- Free education and medical insurance in Canada
- Developed and diversified economy with highly skilled work force
- Dual nationality is permitted
- Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 18
- Universal free healthcare
- World-class education system
Required Documentation/Paperwork
- Certified copy of full birth certificate
- Six (6) passport- sized, color photos of yourself taken within the last six months (Approximately 35 x 45 mm in size, of good quality color and on high quality paper)
- Certified copy of your current passport(s)Certified copy of full birth certificate
- Bank reference letter is sued by an internationally recognized bank valid within the last six months immediately preceding the submission of the application.
- Due Diligence (Police certificate from country of birth, and from any other country in which you have resided for a period of at least one year during the ten (10) year immediately preceding the submission of the application for citizenship by investment. • The police certificate should be no more than six months old. *In the event that you are unable to obtain a police certificate, please provide an explanation here. Police certificates are NOT required for qualifying dependents below the age of 16).
- Certified copy of marriage record or marriage certificate (s) (if applicable). *You must submit for the principal applicant and the spouse.
- Certified copy of divorce decree (if applicable) *You must submit for the principal applicant and spouse.
- One (1) document of proof of residential address valid within the last three months immediately preceding the submission of the application. *Examples of proof of residential address include: Certified copy of a recent utility bill OR Bank statement showing full name and address. (Certified copy / Original).
- Professional reference (e.g. from an attorney, chartered accountant or other professional of similar standing) valid within the last six months immediately preceding the submission of the applications.
Eligibility Criteria
Main applicant requirements
- 18+ years of age
- Good health
- No criminal record
- Successfully pass due diligence checks
- Confirmed investment sources
- Investors will incorporate a start-up business with a Canadian government approved angel investor. Applicants must pass an interview with the Angel Investor in order to obtain the letter of support.
Eligible dependents
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- Spouse of the main applicant
- Adult children (biological or adopted) under 22 years of age
* Applicants must hold moderate proficiency in English or French: CLB5.
Steps
- Step 1: Begin your application process through AZUR.
- Step 2: Prepare the necessary documents and submit your online application.
- Step 3: Pay the initial professional fees to initiate the process.
- Step 5: Complete and submit the online application form, along with the payment of government fees to be sent to the Canadian government.
- Step 5: AZUR CBI will provide assistance and legal advice at every stage of your journey, available whenever you need it.
Costs
EXPRESS ENTRY VISA
This is for highly skilled individuals that are educated and want to move to Canada. Applicants & Fees:
- Assessment: CAD 300
- Main Applicant: CAD 550
- Spouse: CAD 550
- Dependent Child: CAD 150
- Landing Fees: CAD 490
BUSINESS INVESTMENT (Guaranteed Citizenship)
This option is of a higher cost but it guarantees you a citizenship into Canada.
To qualify for citizenship in Canada under the option of investment through the Business Entrepreneur Program, the applicant must have a net worth of minimum $350,000 or more. Depending on the Province you want to move to, the cost can range notably. Province & Investment Threshold:
- Ontario: CAD 600,000
- Quebec: CAD 400,000
- Manitoba: CAD 200,000
- Brunswick: CAD 250,000
