No minimum investment amount required. However, you must secure a minimum investment commitment from a designated Canadian venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator.
Other Expenses :
Application fee: CAD 1540 per principal applicant, CAD 1540 per accompanying spouse/common-law partner, CAD 150 per dependent child.
Biometrics fee: CAD 85 per person or CAD 170 for a family.
Medical examination: Varies based on country and healthcare provider.
Police clearance certificate: Varies based on country requirements.
Settlement funds: Approx. CAD 12,960 for a single person, additional funds for accompanying family members.
Gather Required Documents :
Collect all necessary documents for the visa application, including passport, visa application form, invitation letter, business itinerary, financial statements, and supporting documents.
Complete Online Application :
Fill out the visa application form online on the official UK Visas and Immigration website or the application center's portal.
Pay Visa Fee :
Pay the required visa application fee online using the designated payment method as specified by the UK government.
Biometrics Appointment (if required) :
Book and attend a biometric appointment at a Visa Application Centre to provide fingerprints and a photograph.
Submit Application :
Submit the completed visa application form along with the supporting documents either online or at the Visa Application Centre.
Attend Interview (if required) :
Some visa categories may require an interview as part of the application process. Attend the interview if scheduled by the UK Visas and Immigration.
Wait for Processing :
Wait for the visa application to be processed by the UK Visas and Immigration. Processing times can vary, so check the estimated processing time for your visa category.
Decision on Application :
Receive a decision on your visa application, which could be an approval, refusal, or request for additional information.
Visa Grant :
If your application is approved, you will receive a visa grant notification with details of the visa validity, conditions, and entry requirements.
Travel and Entry :
Travel to the UK within the visa validity period and present your visa and supporting documents at the port of entry to the immigration officials.
Comply with Visa Conditions :
Adhere to the conditions of your business visa, including the purpose of your visit, duration of stay, and any restrictions on work or study.
Business Activities :
Engage in business activities as per the purpose of your visit, such as attending meetings, conferences, or networking events, or conducting business transactions.
Departure :
Depart from the UK before the visa expiry date and return to your home country or next travel destination.