Canada's Start-Up Visa program faces record-high delays and refusals in 2025

Canada's Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is experiencing unprecedented challenges with processing times reaching 52 months and refusal rates soaring to 73-85% in Q1 2025. Despite being eligible for work permits while awaiting permanent residence decisions, 77% of these applications are now being rejected. As the Federal Government reduces annual spots from 5,000 to just 1,000 by 2027, experts warn that legitimate entrepreneurs may choose competing markets, such as London or Dubai. Industry stakeholders are calling for comprehensive reform, including a potential return to investor programs and implementation of a point-based ranking system.

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