Expand your business globally with entrepreneur visas, investor programs, and business immigration pathways. From Start-up Visas to EB-5, find your path to residency through investment.
Direct pathway to US Green Card through investment
For innovative entrepreneurs
Establish a new business
Different pathways for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs
Invest capital in a country's economy in exchange for residency. Passive investment options available.
For innovative entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas. Requires venture capital or incubator support.
Establish and operate a business in a new country. Active management required.
For artists, athletes, and cultural professionals who can make significant contributions.
Explore investor and entrepreneur visa options in top destinations
Green Card through $800K-$1.05M investment + 10 jobs
Non-immigrant investor visa (treaty countries only)
For executives/managers transferring to US office
For experienced entrepreneurs with innovative business
For early-stage entrepreneurs, leads to Innovator
For business leaders endorsed by Tech Nation
For freelancers and business owners (no min investment)
For artists, writers, IT consultants, etc.
For employed executives of own company
Investment requirements and timelines across programs
| Program | Investment | Processing | PR Timeline | Active Mgmt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| πΊπΈ EB-5 | $800K-$1.05M | 18-24 months | Direct GC (conditional) | No (passive) |
| πΊπΈ E-2 | $100K+ | 2-4 months | No direct path | Yes |
| π¨π¦ Start-up Visa | Funding-based | 12-16 months | Direct PR | Yes |
| π¦πΊ 188 Investor | AUD 2.5M | 12-18 months | 4 years to 888 PR | No (designated) |
| π¦πΊ SIV | AUD 5M | 12-18 months | 4 years to PR | No (complying) |
| π¬π§ Innovator | Β£50K+ (flexible) | 3-4 weeks | 3 years to ILR | Yes |
| π΅πΉ Golden Visa | β¬500K+ | 6-12 months | 5 years to citizenship | No |
Choose based on your profile and investment capacity
Have an innovative, scalable tech business idea with potential for growth and job creation.
High net worth individuals looking for residency without active business involvement.
Experienced entrepreneurs wanting to expand or relocate existing business.
Artists, athletes, consultants, and freelancers with significant achievements.
Find answers to the most common questions about this visa category.
Programs include investor visas (passive investment), entrepreneur visas (active business), startup visas (innovative businesses), and self-employed programs. Each country has specific categories and requirements.
Investment amounts vary: Canada SUV (no minimum), USA EB-5 ($800K-1.05M), Australia SIV ($5M), UK Innovator (no minimum but proof of funds), Portugal Golden Visa (β¬500K+). Requirements depend on program.
Many programs require demonstrated business ownership or senior management experience. Startup visas typically require innovative ideas instead of business history.
Yes, spouse and dependent children can typically be included in business immigration applications. They receive the same status as the principal applicant.
Canada's SUV allows entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas to immigrate. Requires support from designated organization (incubator, angel group, or venture capital fund).
Processing times vary: Canada SUV (12-36 months), USA EB-5 (2-4 years), Australia 188 (12-24 months), UK (2-6 months). Times depend on complexity and verification requirements.
Depends on program. Loan-based programs may return principal. Active business investments depend on business success. Some programs require maintaining investment for specific periods.
Acceptable businesses vary by program. Some require job creation, others focus on innovation or investment in specific sectors. Passive investment programs don't require active business operation.
Investor visas typically require passive investment in government bonds or approved funds. Entrepreneur visas require actively running or establishing a business in the country.
Yes, business immigration provides permanent residence which leads to citizenship eligibility after meeting residency requirements (usually 3-5 years of physical presence).
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