BC PNP ENTREPRENEUR IMMIGRATION: Regional Pilot (2023 Version)

Program Overview

BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) is a way for international entrepreneurs wishing to immigrate to British Columbia (B.C.) to set up businesses that support innovation and economic growth in the province.

Entrepreneur Immigration is a “temporary to permanent” immigration pathway. That means that if you are approved, you will initially come to B.C. as a temporary resident, and then apply to stay permanently once you have successfully started a business.

Streams at a Glance

• EI – Base
• EI – Regional Pilot

Eligibility Requirements

Experience :

• 3+ years of experience as a business owner‑manager, or 4+ years of experience as a senior manager, or a combination of 1+ year as a business owner‑manager and 2+ years as a senior manager (within last 10 years).
• 3+ years of experience within last 5 years (for Regional Pilot).
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