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Self Employed Category

The self-employed category is for people who are self-employed in a foreign country and have cultural, athletic and farming experience. This category was created by the government to stimulate the artistic, athletic and farming side of immigration.

Eligibility for self-employed category:

  • you must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the last 5 years. Your experience is relevant if you have
    • taken part in cultural activities or athletics at a world-class level or
    • been a self-employed person in cultural activities or athletics
  • you must be willing and able to be self-employed in Canada
  • get a minimum of 35 points after we grade you based on our five selection criteria and point system based on education, experience, age, language proficiency and adaptability
  • you and your family members must have a medical exam and get police certificates.