Owner Operator LMIA – A Business Pathway to Permanent Residency in Canada

What is an Owner Operator LMIA?

The Owner Operator LMIA is a business immigration pathway that allows foreign entrepreneurs to own and operate a business in Canada while securing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This program exempts applicants from the usual advertising requirements and provides a fast-track route to Canadian Permanent Residency (PR).

📌 Ideal for: Business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors looking to settle in Canada while managing their own company.

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What is an LMIA?

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document issued by Service Canada that assesses the impact of hiring a foreign worker on the Canadian labour market.

✔ A positive LMIA means hiring a foreign worker will not negatively impact Canadian jobs
✔ Adds 50–200 CRS points to the applicant’s Express Entry profile, significantly increasing PR chances
✔ Required to apply for a work permit in Canada

📌 How Many CRS Points Does LMIA Provide?

LMIA Skill LevelCRS Points AwardedNOC 0, A, B (Management/Professional Roles)50 PointsNOC 00 (Senior Executive Positions)200 Points

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Owner Operator LMIA – Key Advantages

✔ Own & operate your business in Canada
✔ No job advertisement requirement for LMIA
✔ Pathway to Permanent Residency through Express Entry or PNP
✔ CRS boost of 50–200 points increases PR success
✔ Work permit approval for up to 2 years
✔ Spouse gets an Open Work Permit – Can work for any employer
✔ Children get study permits & access to free education

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Eligibility for Owner Operator LMIA

To qualify for Owner Operator LMIA, you must:

✅ Own a controlling share of a Canadian business (minimum 50.1% ownership)
✅ Be actively involved in business operations
✅ Create jobs & contribute to the Canadian economy
✅ Meet the business financial requirements
✅ Prove business viability & operational plan

📌 No passive investments allowed – You must actively run the business!

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How Does the Owner Operator LMIA Work?

Step 1: Business Setup & LMIA Application

✔ Register & incorporate your business in Canada
✔ Submit a business plan & financial documents
✔ Apply for Owner Operator LMIA with Service Canada
✔ Receive a positive LMIA (50–200 CRS points boost)

Step 2: Work Permit & Business Operations

✔ Apply for a 2-year Work Permit
✔ Spouse gets an Open Work Permit & children get study permits
✔ Move to Canada & operate your business

Step 3: Apply for Permanent Residency (PR)

✔ Gain Canadian work experience
✔ Apply for PR through Express Entry (CEC/Federal Skilled Worker) or Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
✔ Become a Permanent Resident of Canada

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Pathway to Permanent Residency Through LMIA

The Owner Operator LMIA boosts your CRS score under Express Entry, increasing your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR.

Current CRS ScoreLMIA TypeNew CRS Score (After LMIA Boost)420+50-Point LMIA (NOC 0, A, B)470+ (ITA Guaranteed)270-419200-Point LMIA (NOC 00)470+ (ITA Guaranteed)

📌 Higher CRS = Faster PR Processing!

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Types of LMIA for Business & PR

✔ Owner Operator LMIA (For Business Owners) – No job advertisement required
✔ High-Wage LMIA (For Skilled Workers)
✔ Permanent Residency (PR) LMIA – Adds Express Entry points for PR
✔ Provincial LMIA (For PNP Nomination)

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50 vs. 200-Point LMIA – Which is Better?

📌 A 200-Point LMIA is always better as it guarantees an ITA for PR

✔ 200-Point LMIA: Needed for applicants with low CRS scores (Below 420)
✔ 50-Point LMIA: Suitable for applicants with CRS scores above 420

If PR is your goal, we always aim for a 200-Point LMIA.

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Recent Updates & Key Considerations

📌 Service Canada is becoming more stringent on LMIA applications!

✔ More emphasis on business viability
✔ Stricter NOC classification for 200-Point LMIA
✔ Stronger financial documentation requirements
✔ More focus on job creation & skill transfer to Canadians

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Processing Time & Costs

Service Processing Time Cost (CAD)

Owner Operator LMIA Application 3–6 Months $1,000 (Govt Fee) + Business Costs

Work Permit Application 2–4 Months $155 (Govt Fee)

Express Entry PR Application 6–12 Months $1,365 (PR Fee)

📌 Timelines may vary based on business & application complexity.

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Why Choose Us?

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✔ Proven Track Record of LMIA & PR Approvals
✔ Customized Business Plans & PR Strategies
✔ Strong Network with Canadian Business & Legal Partners
✔ Highest Success Rate for LMIA Applications

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