What are some of the main immigration issues facing a corporation setting up business or operating a business in British Columbia and Canada?
When a businessman is doing preliminary research on establishing a business in Canada a visitor visa or business visitor visa will generally be required. When the business is being established the initial head of the business in Canada will need a work visa. Other executives and technical staff can visit from the non-Canadian home country or head office. These people will need visitor visas or business visitor visas. If a business executive wishes to stay in Canada permanently he can apply for a Canadian Landed Immigrant visa. After obtaining permanent status the business executive will need to obtain a Permanent Resident Card. Q: What are some of the different types of business structures available to do business in Canada. A: Some of the most common types of business structures are: sole proprietorship; partnership; limited partnership; corporation; and joint venture.
