Quebec business immigration
Quebec selects its own business immigrants. Its investor, entrepreneur and self-employed programmes have been paused, redesigned or subject to limited intake, so the current position must be confirmed with Quebec's immigration ministry.
Who this pathway suits
Business owners and investors who want to settle in Quebec and can operate in French.
Eligibility at a glance
- Selection by Quebec, then permanent residence through IRCC
- Business or management experience and net worth requirements
- French language ability, increasingly important in Quebec selection
How the process works
- Confirm whether the programme is currently accepting applications
- Apply to Quebec for a selection certificate (CSQ)
- Apply to IRCC for permanent residence
Documents you will typically need
- Net worth and source of funds evidence
- Business experience evidence
- French test results
What to keep in mind
Quebec's business programmes have been closed to new applications for long periods. We will not present them as open unless the ministry confirms it.
Official source: Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI). Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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