Start-Up Visa Program
Build a thriving new life and new business in Canada.
Navigate Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program is an efficient pathway to permanent residency accessible only to qualified entrepreneurs who launch qualified business operations in Canada.
As a designated incubator under the Start-Up Visa Program, PacTech Ventures is able to support qualified PacTech founders in their Start-Up Visa application.
How it Works
Apply to be a founder in the PacTech Incubation Program
Pitch Your
Business Idea
PacTech assesses your business idea and eligibility
Participate in the
program
Obtain a letter of support and commitment certificate from PacTech Ventures
Complete and submit your Startup Visa Permanent Residency Application
Ensure all co-founders in the company fully complete and submit their SUV Application
Canada’s Startup Visa Program
The Startup Visa Program provides an easy and efficient pathway for entrepreneurs seeking to build a Canadian business to access:
Open Work Permit
Permanent Residency
Citizenship
Advantages of the SUV
The benefits of obtaining a Start-Up Visa extend beyond residency: successful applicants gain access to Canada's vibrant market, a diverse and skilled workforce, and a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem. They also enjoy opportunities for mentorship, networking, and collaboration with other entrepreneurs and established businesses.
This comprehensive support system fosters innovation and positions start-ups for substantial growth, making Canada an attractive destination for ambitious founders looking to take their ideas global.
To learn more about the eligibility requirements of the SUV program, please visit the Government of Canada’s website
Quick & Streamlined Process
The Startup Visa Program targets talented individuals with the potential to create innovative companies that can compete on a global scale. To qualify, entrepreneurs must obtain a letter of support from a designated entity, such as PacTech Ventures.
This essential step ensures that the business idea has received validation from recognized organizations equipped to provide resources and guidance.
The process is streamlined to facilitate timely entry and includes the submission of a business proposal and documentation proving the necessary funding to support the start-up and the applicant’s living expenses.
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"It is an enriching experience to learn through the Pactech programs. Some of the sessions could be challenging but in the end it makes you wonder at your own potential and accomplishments. The Pactech team is efficient, trustworthy and inspiring. They lead and cooperate as your ideal business partner and in the meantime can be your fun friends."
"The PacTech program has been extremely useful. A lot of thought seems to have gone into program design and homework assignments, and my experience is that each of the sessions that I attended added a lot of value to me and my company. The PacTech directors provided me with a lot of practical guidance and personal encouragement on each step of my journey to move to Canada through the start- up visa program”
"When I joined the PacTech program, I learned a lot about Canadian culture and how to run a business in Canada. I think it is one of the best programs that anyone who wants to run a startup should join.”
"I’m truly grateful for PacTech's support over the past two years. They've always been there when I needed it most, and I can’t thank PacTech enough for all the things they did to support me and the launch of my business. The PacTech program and team is really top-notch."
"PacTech’s support was instrumental in helping my company quickly settle and thrive in Canada. Their efficient courses and guidance fast-tracked my entrepreneurial journey. Beyond that, their continued mentorship and resources have been invaluable in supporting my company’s development and integration into the Canadian market."
