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Canada Start-up Visa SUV 2026: Status and Alternatives

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Federal Start-up Visa is not accepting new applications under current IRCC notices. Assess provincial entrepreneur streams or other paths.

Short answer: Canada’s federal Start-up Visa (SUV) is not accepting new applications under current IRCC notices. Shift to provincial entrepreneur streams or skilled paths.

Information current as of October 2026.

Can I still file SUV?

Only if IRCC resumes intake. See Canada SUV.

Alternatives

Direction Detail
Provincial entrepreneur Business/entrepreneur PNPs
Skilled migration Express Entry, skilled PNP

Global Immigrate note

Do not rely on outdated “still open” claims. Applications are handled by Global Immigrate’s in-house team.

Use programme matching or contact advisors.

This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.

FAQ

Can I still apply for SUV?

Only if IRCC resumes intake.

What are alternatives?

Provincial entrepreneur PNPs and skilled paths.

Do designated-org letters help?

During a pause they do not guarantee filing.

Can family join?

Most alternative paths allow spouse and children.

Sources

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