Many entrepreneurs and professionals aiming to settle in Canada fall into a common trap: looking for a “work visa” or thinking the C11 is a visa. The truth is, Canada doesn’t offer a general work visa — and the C11 is not a visa, but a work permit exemption under code C11, part of the LMIA-exempt system (Labour Market Impact Assessment exemption).
At Grupo Sineva, we often receive cases from clients who previously submitted C11 applications without understanding the real requirements. This confusion has led many to submit poorly grounded applications that fail to meet eligibility criteria. One of the most frequent mistakes is assuming that just having a business or idea is enough to obtain a work permit.
Grupo Sineva knows that, in reality, applicants must demonstrate significant benefit to Canada, a solid business plan, proven entrepreneurial experience, and appropriate investment, among other requirements.
In one recent case, an independent professional submitted a C11 application on his own, unaware of the legal foundations. The result: a rejection that not only brought frustration but also blocked other immigration options. Fortunately, the case was reevaluated and redesigned by Grupo Sineva, who submitted a new application based on legal substance and factual proof. The result: permit approved.
Emigrating to Canada as an entrepreneur isn’t about “applying for a visa” — it’s about building a personalized immigration strategy. That’s what Grupo Sineva delivers: real requirements, structured legal guidance, and professional execution for success in C11 cases.
