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ICT TO PR PATHWAY

Use Your Existing Business to Get Canadian PR in 24 Months

The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) to Permanent Residence Package – fast, strategic, and proven for established business owners and executives.

2–8 Weeks

Work Permit Processing

No LMIA

Skip the labour market test

12–24 Months

Typical PR Timeline

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Business owner using Intra-Company Transfer to move to Canada

What is the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Work Permit?

The ICT work permit allows multinational companies to transfer key employees – executives, managers, and specialized knowledge workers – from a foreign office to a Canadian branch, subsidiary, or affiliate. As a business owner, you can transfer yourself into Canada as the executive of your own Canadian subsidiary.

Who ICT is Best For

  • Owners of established foreign businesses (1+ year of active operations)
  • Senior executives and managers with decision-making authority
  • Specialized knowledge workers with proprietary company knowledge

3-Phase ICT to PR Roadmap

Phase 1: ICT Work Permit Application

  • Incorporate Canadian entity
  • Document parent–subsidiary/branch relationship
  • Submit Employer Portal offer (LMIA-exempt)
  • Apply for ICT work permit

Phase 2: Establish & Operate in Canada

  • Land in Canada and set up office
  • Hire Canadian employees
  • Generate revenue and build client base
  • Put yourself on Canadian payroll

Phase 3: PR Application & Approval

  • Use your own Canadian job offer (TEER 0/1)
  • Gain 200 CRS points (for TEER 0)
  • Apply via Express Entry or PNP
  • Secure permanent residence for your family

Best Provinces for ICT-Based Expansion

Ontario

Ideal for tech, finance, services, and international trade. Focus on Toronto/GTA and Ottawa.

British Columbia

Perfect for tech, natural resources, and Asia-Pacific trade based in Vancouver and surrounding regions.

Alberta

Low tax environment, great for energy, agriculture, logistics, and growing tech sectors.

Saskatchewan

Strong for agriculture, food processing, and manufacturing with lower operating costs.

ICT Success Story: Ade from Nigeria (Food Processing → Saskatchewan)

Ade owned a successful food export business in Lagos. We helped him establish "AfroFoods Canada Inc." as a Saskatchewan subsidiary. His ICT work permit was approved in 6 weeks. Within 18 months, he had hired Canadian staff, built strong exports, and applied for PR through Saskatchewan’s PNP and Express Entry. Today, his family are permanent residents and his Canadian operations are thriving.

ICT Quick Eligibility Checklist

Tick the boxes that apply to you:

  • You own or manage an actively operating foreign business (12+ months).
  • You have worked full-time in that business for at least 1 year in the last 3 years.
  • Your role is executive, senior manager, or specialized knowledge.
  • You can establish a Canadian entity (branch, subsidiary, or affiliate).
  • You can fund Canadian operations for at least 12 months.

If you checked most of these, you’re a strong candidate for ICT to PR.

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ICT Cost Overview

Cost Item Estimated Range (CAD)
Company Setup (Canada) $1,000 – $3,000
Office Lease (Year 1) $12,000 – $36,000
Professional Fees (Legal, Accounting, Consulting) $15,000 – $40,000
Business Operating Costs $25,000 – $100,000
Family Living Expenses (Year 1) $40,000 – $80,000

Exact costs depend on your industry, province, and business model. We provide a tailored breakdown during your consultation.

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Share a few details about your business and we’ll assess your ICT eligibility and PR pathway.

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