Note: The client’s name has been changed to protect their privacy.
Navigating the complexities of the Start-Up Visa (SUV) work permit process can be challenging, especially when an application is refused due to insufficient documentation or unclear justification for the applicant’s need to work in Canada. Ms. Wong, faced such a setback when her initial SUV work permit application was refused. However, with a strategic reapplication approach, we successfully helped her turn this refusal into an approval.
Case Background
Ms. Wong, a highly skilled entrepreneur and an essential member of her start-up’s founding team, was refused her initial work permit application. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) cited two primary reasons for the refusal:
Insufficient documentation demonstrating the urgent need to work in Canada.
Limited proof showing that the start-up was actively operational and required Ms. Wong’s physical presence in Canada.
These issues placed Ms. Wong’s business at risk, as she was unable to launch her business in Canada and begin operations.
work permit refusal Analysis
The refusal revealed key gaps in the initial application:
Urgent Need to Work in Canada: The documentation provided failed to clearly articulate why Ms. Wong’s physical presence was critical for the start-up’s growth. IRCC perceived that her role could be performed remotely.
Proof of Business Activity: The initial submission lacked compelling evidence that the start-up was actively operational. For example, there were no up-to-date financial reports, contracts, or client testimonials to verify the business's activities and progress.
Reapplication Strategy
To address the issues outlined in the refusal, we developed a detailed reapplication strategy that emphasized Ms. Wong’s essential role in the start-up and provided extensive proof of the company’s activities. Our approach included the following steps:
1. Updating the Business Plan
We worked with Ms. Wong and her team to revise the business plan, making it more detailed and reflective of the start-up’s current progress.
Key updates included:
Milestones Achieved: Highlighting recent accomplishments such as securing initial funding, partnerships with Canadian organizations, and product development milestones.
Projected Growth: Demonstrating how Ms. Wong’s leadership in Canada would accelerate the start-up’s expansion, specifically focusing on tasks requiring her unique expertise, such as her background in contracts and regulations.
Role Clarity: Providing a clear breakdown of Ms. Wong’s day-to-day responsibilities in Canada and how her presence was crucial for achieving the start-up’s objectives.
2. Submitting Comprehensive Proof of Business Activity
To demonstrate that the start-up was actively operational, we submitted the following documents:
Financial Records: Up-to-date financial statements showing revenue, expenditures, and funding received.
Client and Partnership Agreements: Copies of contracts with Canadian clients and collaborations with local vendors.
Product Development Updates: Progress reports and prototypes showcasing the tangible work being carried out by the start-up.
Media and Marketing Evidence: Documents showing the company’s active social media campaigns.
3. Addressing the Urgent Need for Ms. Wong to Work in Canada
We emphasized that Ms. Wong’s expertise was indispensable for the start-up’s success in Canada.
Key arguments included:
Client Relations: Demonstrating that Ms. Wong was the primary point of contact for clients and was needed in Canada to negotiate deals.
Team Leadership: Highlighting her role in onboarding new Canadian employees and leading team operations from the company’s Canadian headquarters.
Market Development: Providing evidence of her planned participation in Canadian networking events and client meetings, which required her physical presence.
Outcome
With the updated business plan, comprehensive documentation, and a clear articulation of Ms. Wong’s essential role, her reapplication presented a much stronger case. IRCC approved her Start-Up Visa work permit, enabling her to contribute directly to the company’s growth in Canada.
Ms. Wong’s case illustrates how a refusal is not the end of the road. If you’ve faced similar challenges or need expert guidance to secure your Start-Up Visa work permit, contact us today to discuss how we can help turn your application into a success story.
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