Self-employed persons
The Self-Employed Persons Program seeks to attract applicants who intend and are able to become self-employed in Canada. Self-employed persons must have either:
- relevant experience and the intention as well as the ability to make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada; or
- experience in farm management and the intention as well as the ability to purchase and manage a farm in Canada.
Determine your eligibility
Find out if you are eligible to immigrate to Canada as a self-employed person.
Apply
Follow the steps to apply as a self-employed person.
Check processing times
Find out how long it will take CIC to process your application.
After you apply: get next steps
Learn what you should do after you apply to come to Canada as a self-employed person.
Prepare for arrival
Be prepared and know what to expect when you arrive in Canada.
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