Start-up Visa Program
PausedPaused. Not an apply-now path except for people who already hold a valid 2025 commitment certificate.
- IRCC status on 21 Jul 2026: Paused.
- To apply you must have a valid 2025 commitment certificate and apply by 30 Jun 2026.
- Closed to all other applications.
Source: IRCC: Start-up Visa Program · official page Jul 21, 2026 · checked Aug 22, 2026
This is not an apply-now path. Use the official page if you already have a file in process.