{"id":857,"date":"2018-07-19T01:21:58","date_gmt":"2018-07-19T01:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/immigrationca.staging.wpengine.com\/2014\/09\/11\/quebec-immigrant-investor-program\/"},"modified":"2025-06-23T15:57:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T19:57:11","slug":"quebec-immigrant-investor-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/quebec-immigrant-investor-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On this page you will find:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Updated 2025 requirements for the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step application process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French language and residency requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Net worth and investment details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answers to frequently asked questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canada\u2019s Only Passive Investment Immigration Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP)<\/strong> remains Canada\u2019s only<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/canada-business-and-investment-immigration-overview\/\"> business immigration<\/a> option for high-net-worth individuals seeking permanent residence through <strong>passive investment<\/strong>. The program does not require candidates to manage or actively run a<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/quebec-business-immigration\/\"> business in Quebec<\/a>. Instead, eligible applicants invest a fixed amount with a provincial government agency and meet experience, language, and residency conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements for 2025 focus on economic contribution, integration into Quebec society, and genuine settlement in the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2025 QIIP Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify in 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Legally acquired personal net worth of at least $2 million<\/strong>, which may be shared with a spouse or partner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two years of management experience<\/strong> in the past five years in a legitimate trade, business, or professional practice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum education of a high school diploma<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>French language proficiency at a B2 level<\/strong> in speaking and listening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mandatory residency<\/strong> of at least six months in Quebec within two years of receiving a work permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Investment of $1 million<\/strong> with Investissement Qu\u00e9bec for five years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-refundable financial contribution of $200,000<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Under the QIIP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Demonstrate French Language Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must show proof of French proficiency at the B2 level in oral expression and comprehension. Accepted evidence includes TEF, TEFAQ, TCF, or DELF\/DALF exam results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Confirm Net Worth and Legal Source of Funds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must declare assets worth at least $2 million and provide supporting documentation such as property evaluations, investment statements, business records, or inheritance documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Submit an Avis d\u2019intention de s\u00e9lection du Qu\u00e9bec<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This notice of intention to apply is required before applying for a work permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Apply for a Three-Year Work Permit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the notice is accepted, applicants can apply to IRCC for a work permit that allows them and their spouse to settle temporarily in Quebec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Complete Six Months of Residency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both the principal applicant and their spouse must live in Quebec for a minimum of six months within the first two years. This can be done simultaneously or separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Apply for a Certificat de s\u00e9lection du Qu\u00e9bec (CSQ)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once residency is completed, applicants may apply for a CSQ. The process includes a detailed review of financial documentation and a mandatory interview in French.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Apply for Permanent Residence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the CSQ, applicants can submit a federal application for permanent residence through IRCC, which includes medical and background checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investment and Financing Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must invest <strong>$1 million<\/strong> with <strong>Investissement Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> for a period of <strong>five years<\/strong>, after which the capital is returned with no interest. The investment supports economic development programs across Quebec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the investment, a <strong>non-refundable contribution of $200,000<\/strong> is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Financing options are available. Designated financial institutions may offer loan packages allowing applicants to make a <strong>down payment<\/strong> in lieu of the full $1 million. The remaining amount is financed and deposited on the applicant\u2019s behalf. The down payment is not reimbursed and includes bank fees, interest, and agent commissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1750708307496\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program open in 2025?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. The QIIP has reopened with revised eligibility criteria, including stricter language and residency requirements, to ensure successful integration into Quebec society.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1750708326758\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need to speak French to apply?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. French proficiency at the B2 level in speaking and listening is mandatory. Applicants must provide exam results or a recognised diploma to prove this.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1750708334688\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I finance the $1 million investment?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Many applicants choose to finance the investment through designated banks. You pay a non-refundable down payment, and the financial institution loans the remainder.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1750708343831\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the purpose of the six-month residency?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It ensures that investors and their families genuinely settle in Quebec. Both spouses must live in the province for at least six months before applying for the CSQ.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1750708353687\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens after I receive the CSQ?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Once you obtain the CSQ, you can apply for Canadian permanent residence through IRCC. This includes medical exams and police clearances as part of the federal process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Quebec Immigrant Investor Program reopens with updated 2025 requirements. 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