The Quebec immigrant investor program is one of the most popular business VISA category in Canada. It is currently the only passive INVESTOR VISA in Canada
This program will be reopened on July 1st, 2020 with a new quota to be determined by the Government of Quebec's immigration departement. Contact us for further information if you are interesed in applying under the Quebec Investor Program.
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The advantages of applying through the Quebec Investor Category are numerous:
- You may obtain an interview waiver. (Providing that the evidence in your file is sufficiently clear)
- There is no condition attached to the immigrant visa.
- Your children can immediately study at the University level, saving substantial tuition and other fees otherwise required for a student visa. They could also receive a government bursary.
- The application is simplified: there is no need to submit a business plan or undertake an exploratory visit for a business project.
- You may invest in a small business without having to submit performance reports to the local government.
- Donations and gifts are admissible in the calculation of the net assets if they are received at least six months prior to submitting the application.
- The spouse’s assets may be included in the calculation of the net assets.
- Processing at the Quebec level may take less than 12 months.
Personal property, liquid assets and business property are included in the calculation of the Quebec Investor’s personal net worth.
There are numerous other advantages to be considered depending on your personal situation. We know no other program as popular as the Quebec immigrant Investor program.
Settling in Quebec also holds many financial advantages for the Quebec Investor such as lower housing costs and a general lower cost of living compared to the other Canadian provinces. Enjoy a new quality of life for yourself and for your children.
- The Quebec stable economy makes it easier for you and your family members to grow in an exceptionally safe environment.
- Note that only lawyers recognized by the Quebec Bar may officially represent a Quebec Investor candidates and only a Registered Member of the Quebec Bar may accompany you at a selection interview.
This program is the only investment visa category in Canada that will permit the individual to apply without creating a business.
The candidate must meet the following conditions:
- Hold a minimum of $2,000,000.00 CAD in total net assets between himself (or herself) and the spouse
- Hold a minimum of 2 years management experience in a legal business (agricultural, industrial or commercial), in government or in an international organization within the last 5 years preceding the application for a selection certificate of selection
- or hold Management experience in a legal professional enterprise.
- Invest $1,200,000.00 CAD free of interest for a period of 5 years after which time the full amount will be refunded. Financing is also possible upon paying a lump sum.
If the Quebec Investor does not wish to freeze the amount of $1,200,000.00 CAD for a period of 5 years, he or she will have the option to pay a lump sum through a designated financial intermediary. This amount will cover the interests and administrative costs to set up the loan.
We can assist you in all the steps of the application.
The file intake will begin within the next 6 months until the quota has been reached.
Do not hesitate to contact us for further information on the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program. You may also complete our Business Evaluation Form. We will be pleased to return to you with additional information within 24 hours.
Bellemare & Vinet Avocats – Attorneys
Fully authorized by the Canadian and Quebec Governments to represent immigration candidates.
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