Self-Employed Persons Program
Suspended programmes — Paused; not accepting new applications as of Oct 2026.
Self-Employed Persons Program is a residence route in Canada (Imprenditore). For self-employed persons in cultural activities or athletics with 2 yrs relevant experience. Intake paused (since Apr 2024) until further notice. Federal fees ~CAD 5,300 for family of 3.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You must spend about 146 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after subito years. Citizenship can be possible after about 3 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income taxed once Canadian resident.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Imprenditore |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 3'050 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | 146 |
| Residenza perm. | subito |
| Cittadinanza | 3 |
| Lavoro | ownBusiness |
| Ammessi | all |
| Imposte | Worldwide income taxed once Canadian resident. |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
Solo informazione generale – non è consulenza fiscale, legale, migratoria, d'investimento o finanziaria, né un rapporto con il cliente. Dati semplificati, indicativi e forse non aggiornati. Verificate sempre con l'autorità ufficiale e un professionista abilitato del paese prima di agire. Eventuali link partner sono indicati e possono generarci un compenso.