There are three main categories in the Federal Business Category:

1. Investors: The Federal Immigrant Investor Program seeks to attract experienced business persons and their capital to Canada. Investors must demonstrate business experience and a legally obtained minimum net worth of CAN $800,000, and must make an investment of CAN $400,000.

2. Entrepreneurs: The Entrepreneur Program seeks to attract experienced business persons who will own and actively manage businesses in Canada that contribute to the economy and create jobs. Entrepreneurs must demonstrate business experience and a minimum legally obtained net worth of at least CAN $300,000, and are subject to conditions upon arrival in Canada.

3. Self-employed persons: The Self-Employed Persons Program seeks to attract applicants who have the intention and ability to become self-employed in Canada.
Self-employed persons are required to have either

(a) relevant experience that will enable them to make a significant contribution to the cultural or athletic life of Canada, or
(b) experience in farm management and the intention and ability to purchase and manage a farm in Canada.