NOTICE: There is currently a moratorium on new applications under the Federal Immigrant Investor Program until Autumn 2010, at which time the minimum net worth will be raised to CAD$1.6 million and the investment to CAD$800,000, with a financing option. The Quebec Investor Program remains open for qualified individuals.
The information below is relevant for applications submitted before June 26, 2010.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada established the Immigrant Investor Program to promote economic development and employment in Canada by attracting people with capital, business acumen and/or solid managerial skills for business immigration to Canada.
As a qualified Immigrant Investor, you and your immediate family can obtain Canada Immigration (Permanent Resident) Visas by investing CAD$400,000 for five years under the Federal Program (applicants intending to reside anywhere in Canada, except Quebec). The program is Government guaranteed, assuring that your CAD$400,000 will be reimbursed in full, without interest, at the end of five years.
The table below summarizes the eligibility requirements for the Federal Immigrant Investor Program.
The table below summarizes the eligibility requirements for the Federal Immigrant Investor Program.
| Requirements | Federal Program |
| Intended destination | Anywhere in Canada, except Quebec |
| Minimum net worth | CAD $800,000, legally obtained |
| Business and/or Management Experience |
Management and ownership of a qualifying business, as defined under the Regulations, OR Management of 5 employees in a business |
| Investment | CAD $400,000 for 5 years, Government guaranteed 0% interest. Financing is available |
| Miscellaneous | Medical examination and security background check |
When making your investment under this program, you can choose one of two options:
- Investment of CAD $400,000 of your own funds: In order to meet the investment requirement, you may choose to make a government-guaranteed investment of CAD $400,000 of your own funds with the Government of Canada. These funds are then kept with the government for a period of five years, after which they are returned to you in full with 0% interest; OR
- Payment of a financing fee of CAD $120,000: Instead, you may choose to pay a one-time financing fee of CAD $120,000 to a government-approved financial institution. This fee will not be returned to you. The financial institution will then make an investment with the government on your behalf, using their funds.
For more information on Canada Business Immigration, see our Business Immigration FAQ.
Learn more about the Canadian Immigration Process - Federal Investor Category.
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