Nova Scotia is in great need of innovative newcomers to start businesses in the province. If you are looking forward a good combination of work, family and relaxation in your life look no further than Nova Scotia one of Canada’s Atlantic Provinces. There are currently two Entrepreneur Visa options available in Nova Scotia.

• Entrepreneurial Stream
• Post-Graduate Entrepreneurial Stream

Nova Scotia Entrepreneur

You need to be at least 21 years old.

You must have the intention to live in the province permanently while actively managing and owning your business.

Your personal net worth must be $600,000 CAD minimum.

You need to be able to make a $150,000 CAD investment in your intended business.

You must have a minimum of three years of experience in managing and owning at least one-third of a business or you must have at least five years of experience in a senior management position.

You must have reached Canadian Language Benchmark level 5 or higher in all four categories of the test in either French or English.

You need to complete your online Expression of Interest in the province.

You must receive an Invitation to Apply from Nova Scotia Immigration.

Nova Scotia International Graduate

You must have the intention to live in the province permanently while actively managing and owning your business.

You must have managed and owned 100% of a business in the province for a minimum of one year.

You must have completed a full-time tertiary degree or diploma of two years length at a recognized university or community college in Nova Scotia.

You must have reached Canadian Language Benchmark level 7 or higher in all four categories of the test in either French or English.

You need to have a valid post-graduation work permit.

You need to complete your online Expression of Interest in the province.

You must receive an Invitation to Apply from Nova Scotia Immigration.