Self-Employed Class
This program is for foreign nationals who can create their own employment, by contributing athletically, culturally, or artistically to Canada’s job market. People with sufficient funds and relevant work experience can apply for the Self-employed Program. There is no minimum net worth and/or investment requirement for this program.
Program Requirements
Experience | Minimum two years of experience in last 5 years, either as self-employed or participating at a world class level in art, culture, recreation, or sport activities |
Education | No minimum education requirements |
Age | Ideally between 18 to 50 years |
Language | No language requirements |
Points criteria | Must score a minimum of 35 points out of a 100 |
Medical & Security | Applicants and family members must undergo medical exams, and provide police certificates |
Financial | Must show funds to demonstrate that you can support yourself and your family to in Canada |
Eligible professional occupations in art and culture
NOC | Occupation |
| 5111 | Librarians |
| 5112 | Conservators and curators |
| 5113 | Archivists |
| 5121 | Authors and writers |
| 5122 | Editors |
| 5123 | Journalists |
| 5125 | Translators, terminologists, and interpreters |
| 5131 | Producers, directors, choreographers, and related occupations |
| 5132 | Conductors, composers, and arrangers |
| 5133 | Musicians and singers |
| 5134 | Dancers |
| 5135 | Actors and comedians |
| 5136 | Painters, sculptors, and other visual artists |
Eligible technical occupations in art, culture, recreation, and sport
NOC | Occupation |
| 5211 | Library and public archive technicians |
| 5212 | Technical occupations related to museums and art galleries |
| 5221 | Photographers |
| 5222 | Film and video camera operators |
| 5223 | Graphic arts technicians |
| 5224 | Broadcast technicians |
| 5225 | Audio and video recording technicians |
| 5226 | Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, and the performing arts |
| 5227 | Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography, and the performing arts |
| 5231 | Announcers and other broadcasters |
| 5232 | Other performers (e.g., circus performers, magicians, models, puppeteers, and other performers) |
| 5241 | Graphic designers and illustrators |
| 5242 | Interior designers and interior decorators |
| 5243 | Theatre, fashion, exhibit, and other creative designers |
| 5244 | Artisans and craftspersons |
| 5245 | Patternmakers – textile, leather, and fur products |
| 5251 | Athletes |
| 5252 | Coaches |
| 5253 | Sports officials and referees |
| 5254 | Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport, and fitness |
Selection Criteria
Candidates are assessed against the points assessment under various factors (education, experience, age, language & adaptability). The pass mark is 35 points out of 100.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Step 1: Determine Eligibility
- Step 2: Create Your Express Entry Profile
- Step 3: Gather Necessary Documents
- Step 4: Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
- Step 5: Prepare Your Application
- Step 6: Submit Your Complete Application within timeframe
- Step 7: Respond to Additional Information Requests
- Step 8: Receive Your Decision
- Step 9: If Approved, Receive Your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR) Document
