A few points about the self-employed immigration program
1. Is it mandatory to provide a language score? Yes. Although unlike other immigration programs, the minimum language level is not defined for this program, it is required to have a language score within the normal range.
2. Is the minimum capital required for this program determined? no Like other immigration programs, it is necessary for the person to have the initial cost of accommodation for himself and his dependents according to the relevant table on the website of the Immigration Department (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate) -canada/express-entry/documents/proof-funds.html)
In addition, he must be able to provide the necessary capital according to the business plan he has previously presented.
3. What is meant by significant contribution in the definition of cultural, artistic and sports activities? There is no standard and official definition. Usually, the experts of the immigration department make decisions based on their perception and judgment. Participation in sports and artistic activities at a level lower than the national level can be considered “significant participation” at the local level. What is important is that you must actively participate in Canadian economic activities.
4. On what basis are self-employment requests reviewed?
There is a leaderboard with five indicators and a maximum of 100 points. These indicators are:
Education degree (25 points), work experience (35 points), age (10 points), language (24 points), adaptability (6 points), the minimum score required for selection in the self-employment program is 35 out of 100.
5. What is meant by relevant work experience?
Work experience in one of the cultural branches or sports in the 5 years before applying for immigration and for at least 2 years until the result is announced by the Immigration Department. In general, the activities should either be in the form of partnership, which should be at the national level in terms of skill level, or self-employment with the ownership and management of a business in the field of art or sports.
