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Invest in or start a business in BC and gain Canadian permanent residency.
Last updated: 2026-10-01
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
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Overview
The BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Category allows experienced business owners and senior managers to invest in and actively manage a business in British Columbia (BC), Canada.
Successful applicants can obtain Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) after meeting investment and job creation goals under a signed Performance Agreement.
Investment Highlights
- Minimum Investment: CAD $200,000
- Net Worth: CAD $600,000 (verified)
- Job Creation: At least 1 full-time position
British Columbia Business Immigration
The mountainous landscapes of this Canadian province take our breath away. And you can enjoy the same beauty with the British Columbia Business Immigration Program! This program enables foreign business owners to move and settle in British Columbia with their families. They even get to operate their own business.
The British Columbia Business immigration program was introduced to stir economic development and cultural diversity. This program is an excellent option for business owners with high financial knowledge and multiple years of experience in managerial positions. Their skills can create further employment opportunities for localities in British Columbia. Selected Immigrant entrepreneurs who participate in the program get a two-year work permit.
British Columbia Entrepreneur Immigration
The British Columbia Investment Immigration Program offers lucrative opportunities for entrepreneurs to establish their businesses or invest in existing ones. It is a pathway for qualified individuals who can contribute to British Columbia economically and culturally to permanently settle & build their lives there. With its supportive environment, British Columbia remains a preferred destination for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to make significant contributions to the province's thriving business landscape.
- It offers investor-friendly policies and regulations.
- Long-term stability to entrepreneurs and their families who invest through the program.
- The program fosters innovation across various industries.
- Access to local resources such as educational institutes, markets, etc.
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
The British Columbia PNP is a pathway aimed towards attracting highly qualified and experienced business professionals to British Columbia. To learn how eligible YOU are for this program, contact our British Columbia PNP Visa consultants at XIPHIAS. This program, renowned for its efficiency and accessibility, offers various streams that cater to applicants across different industries.
Individuals, who meet the BCPNP criteria, such as skilled workers or international graduates can obtain permanent Canadian residency through the British Columbia PNP. The BC PNP program requirements typically include work experience, a disposable wealth, a particular level of education, etc. On a yearly basis almost 1,350 skilled workers are invited by British Columbia.
British Columbia (PNP) Visa Requirements, Eligibility, Cost, and Application Process
- You must create minimum one job for a Canadian citizen through your investments.
Processing time for Work permit applications may however vary depending on the submission location. Individuals of visa-required nations should apply at a Canadian Consulate located outside Canada.
What is British Columbia Express Entry?
The British Columbia PNP has a stream called the Express Entry stream, which is aligns with the Federal Express Entry Immigration System. This stream is meant to nominate skilled candidates, who meet the criteria set by the Federal Express Entry programs below:
- Federal Skilled Worker Program.
- Federal Skilled Trades Program.
- TCanadian Experience Class.
The Canadian government conducts Express Entry draws quite frequently, aka. rounds of invitations, during which they invite candidates from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residence. Individuals undergo a ranking process based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
Connect our British Columbia PNP Visa Immigration Consultants in Dubai, UAE for Express Entry
No matter what questions regarding the British Columbia Business Immigration, our efficient British Columbia Immigration Consultants will respond to you in less than 48 hours! We promise you a streamlined experience with your BC PNP Visa application. When you connect with our british columbia pnp visa consultant at XIPHIAS we take responsibility of every step of your application. We present your case to the concerned authorities and update you about each move. All you do, is sit back, trust us and relax.
Talk to a Canada immigration consultant in Dubai
XIPHIAS Immigration has advised families on Canadian permanent residency since 2009, and our Dubai team works with UAE residents applying from the Emirates. We were named Best Immigration Consultant by The Times of India in 2022.
If you want a straight answer on whether this route suits your profile, our immigration consultants in Dubai will give you one — including when the answer is no.
Sources
Every figure on this page comes from an official government source:
- Government of British Columbia — BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration
- Government of British Columbia — BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration programme guide
Checked 29 September 2026.
What you getالمزايا
Pathway to Canadian PR through entrepreneurship.
No refundable deposit required.
Invest anywhere in British Columbia.
Access to BC’s strong economy and talent pool.
Family can live, work, and study in Canada.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Minimum business investment
Before application · Invest at least CAD $200,000 in an eligible BC business and own at least 33.3% of it.
Net worth requirement
Pre-qualification · Verified net worth of CAD $600,000.
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
3+ years as business owner or 4+ years in senior management.
Minimum net worth of CAD $600,000 verified by a third party.
Invest at least CAD $200,000 and own 33.3% of the business.
Create one full-time job for a Canadian or PR.
Minimum CLB 4 in English or French.
Reside in BC and actively manage the business.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Net worth that cannot be independently verified, or insufficient business funds.
Lack of management or ownership experience.
Language proficiency below CLB 4.
Failure to meet investment or job targets.
The processكيف نعمل
Register & Submit EOI
Create an online profile and submit your Expression of Interest with basic details and business intent.
Invitation & Application
If selected, submit a complete application with business plan and net worth verification.
Interview & Agreement
Attend an interview (if required) and sign a performance agreement outlining your commitments.
Work Permit & Business Setup
Apply for a work permit, move to BC, and start operating your business as per the plan.
Nomination & PR Application
After meeting performance targets, receive provincial nomination and apply for Canadian PR.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
CAD $200,000 in an eligible BC business.
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