British Columbia Business Immigration

Pathway to permanent residence for entrepreneurs who can support innovation and economic growth in BC

BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration Programs

The Entrepreneur Immigration stream of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) offers experienced entrepreneurs a path to immigrate to Canada and settle in British Columbia.

Two Program Options:

1. Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Category

For established entrepreneurs with higher investment capacity

2. Entrepreneur Immigration – Regional Pilot

For entrepreneurs interested in regional communities

Base Category Program

Personal Requirements

  • 1English/French proficiency (CLB level 4 or higher)
  • 2Minimum personal net worth of CAD$600,000
  • 3Business and/or management experience
  • 4Eligible immigration status in Canada

Business Requirements

  • 1Establish new business or purchase and improve existing business
  • 2Minimum personal investment of CAD$200,000
  • 3Create at least one new full-time job for Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Regional Pilot Program

Focused on attracting entrepreneurs to establish businesses in regional communities outside urban areas.

Key Features

  • Lower investment requirements than Base Category
  • Community involvement and support
  • Priority processing for applications
  • Dedicated community concierge service

Benefits

  • Lower personal net worth requirement
  • Smaller investment amount needed
  • Community support for business establishment
  • Faster application processing

Application Process Overview

1

Research

Explore BC's economy and business opportunities

2

Registration

Create profile in BCPNP Online system ($300 fee)

3

Scoring

Receive points based on business concept and experience

4

Invitation

Highest-scoring applicants invited to apply

5

Application

Submit complete application ($3,500 fee)

6

Approval

Receive work permit support letter

7

Implementation

Establish business in BC

8

Nomination

Apply for provincial nomination after meeting requirements

9

PR Application

Apply for permanent residence

Processing Time: Most applications processed within 3-4 months after submission

How We Can Help You

Genuine assessment of your eligibility for BC entrepreneur programs
Guidance on developing a strong business concept
Assistance with BCPNP Online registration and application
Support with business plan development and financial documentation
Preparation for interviews and communication with BC PNP
Guidance on business establishment after approval
Support for family visa applications and permanent residence process

Start Your BC Business Immigration Journey

Our experienced consultants specialize in BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration programs and can guide you through every step of the process.

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