Success Story | Start-Up Visa – 3-Year Open Work Permit
Many of our clients have just received a 3-year Open Work Permit (OWP) under Canada's Start-Up Visa (SUV) program. This is one of the key changes under the latest regulations, opening up more opportunities for international entrepreneurs pursuing a path to Canadian permanent residency.
Outstanding Benefits of the Open Work Permit in the Start-Up Visa Program
The current Start-Up Visa program is the only one with a process that features:
- Submitting a permanent residency (PR) application first, then applying for a Work Permit later.
- The main applicant can apply for a 3-year Open Work Permit.
- Spouses of main applicants are granted an accompanying Open Work Permit.
- Dependent children can apply for a Study Permit to pursue education in Canada.
- No limit on the number of OWP renewals; if PR is obtained, no further renewal is needed.
- The ability to live and work anywhere in Canada, except for the province of Quebec.
- No age limit and no specific educational degree requirements.
- Only an IELTS General 5.0 score or equivalent French proficiency is required.
- No Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) required, and no dependence on any specific employer.
- No prior work or business management experience required.
- Fast Work Permit processing times, within just a few months.
Process for Applying for a 3-Year Open Work Permit for Start-Up Visa Applicants
Effective October 3, 2024, the Government of Canada officially implemented a policy granting 3-year Open Work Permits to Start-Up Visa applicants. Previously, applicants could only apply for a Closed Work Permit, limiting them to working only within their own start-up venture. Now, with an Open Work Permit, they can work for any employer in Canada while awaiting PR processing.
Eligibility Requirements to Apply for an Open Work Permit:
- Have already submitted an application for permanent residency (PR) through the Start-Up Visa program.
- Have received an Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR).
- Be an essential member of the start-up entrepreneur team.
- Intend to reside in Canada, outside of Quebec.
- Demonstrate sufficient financial means to settle in Canada.
Additionally, the applicant's spouse and dependent children can also apply for open work permits or study permits, helping the family build a life together in Canada.
Our Commitment to Quality
At Ontario Startup Studio, we only execute projects with real products—no "ghost" projects and no cutting corners. With a full-time project staff, we ensure quality at every step of the application process. If you are looking for a well-structured SUV program, please take the time to compare and verify.
To date, our SUV PR approval rate remains at 100%—a feat few others can achieve.
Book a Consultation Now
If you are interested in the Start-Up Visa program and the opportunity to settle in Canada with a 3-year Open Work Permit, please contact us immediately for detailed advice and the best strategy for your profile.
