The duration of a Canada Business Visa varies on the type and the business plan of the applicant. Information about the duration of the Canada Business Visa is given in the table below.

Visa Type

Duration

Start-up Visa

Valid for up to 5 years

Investor Visa

Can be extended up to 5 years

Self-Employed Visa

Duration varies depending on the business

Temporary Work Visa

Typically valid for 1-2 years

Extension/PR Options

Business visa holders may be able to extend their visa or transition to permanent residency, depending on the visa category.