The Start-Up Visa is a program that allows entrepreneurs who have a business idea and want to establish it in Canada to apply for permanent residency. The program targets innovative entrepreneurs who can create jobs and compete on a global scale.

Here are the step-by-step processes for applying for a Start-Up Visa:

1. Secure a commitment from a designated organization: To apply for the Start-Up Visa program, you must first get a commitment from a designated organization. These organizations include venture capital funds, angel investor groups, and business incubators that are approved by the Canadian government.

2. Prove language proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate their proficiency in either English or French by taking a standardized language test.

3. Meet education requirements: You must have completed at least one year of post-secondary education.

4. Have enough funds: Applicants must demonstrate that they have sufficient settlement funds to support themselves and their family members while they establish their business in Canada.

5. Complete an application: Once you have secured a commitment from a designated organization, you can submit an application to the Canadian government for a Start-Up Visa.

6. Medical exam and police certificate: Applicants must undergo a medical examination and obtain a police certificate to show that they do not have a criminal record.

7. Attend an interview: Applicants may be required to attend an interview with an immigration officer.

8. Wait for a decision: The processing time for a Start-Up Visa application can vary but typically takes around 12 to 16 months. You can check the status of your application online.

If your Start-Up Visa application is approved, you will receive a letter of introduction from the Canadian government, which you will use to apply for a temporary work permit. Once you arrive in Canada, you will have 12 months to establish your business and meet the conditions of your Start-Up Visa. If you meet these conditions, you can apply for permanent residency in Canada