Processing Times
- Start Up Visa Program: 41 months
- Provincial Nominee Programs: 5-20 months (varies by province and whether you’ve chosen the Express route)
- Quebec Immigrant Investor Program: 12-36 months
Application Costs
- Provincial Programs: Starting from $1,525
- Start Up Visa: $2,385
- Quebec Immigrant Investor Program: $17,875
Canadian Business Immigration Programs Comparison
| Program | Minimum Investment Required | Processing Time | Language Requirement | Permanent Residence Path? | Key Notes |
| Start Up Visa | $75K–$200K | 41–44 months | Yes (EN/FR) | Yes | Need designated support |
| Provincial Nominee Programs | $150K–$200K+ | 5–20 months | Yes | Yes | Tied to specific province |
| Quebec Immigrant Investor Program | $1.2M ($1M return) | 12–36 months | Yes (French) | Yes | French proficiency needed |