Work Permit for Business Owners with Temporary Residence Intent (C11 significant benefit)

Work Permit for Business Owners with Temporary Residence Intent (C11 significant benefit) is a residence route in Canada (Doanh nhân). Own ≥51% of a Canadian business you actively manage, show significant economic benefit (jobs, investment; in practice CAD 200k+), separate family living funds, temporary intent. 18-month permits since May 2025; no longer counts for CEC/Express Entry. Permit fees ~CAD 700 for family.

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Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 116'000. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included.

How holders are taxed

Canadian tax resident if residential ties/183 days → worldwide income taxed.

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.

LoạiDoanh nhân
Đầu tưCHF 116'000
Phí (gia đình)CHF 400
Thu nhập / năm—
Tài sản—
Lưu trú tối thiểu0
Thường trú—
Quốc tịch—
Làm việcownBusiness
Đối tượngall
ThuếCanadian tax resident if residential ties/183 days → worldwide income taxed.
Tính đến2026-10
Trang chính thức
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