Startup-Founder Visa (via Business Framework)
Category: Migration · Processing time: 8-12 weeks
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Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-05-29.
Visa type
Migration
Processing time
8-12 weeks
Fees
MinIncomePoints: €3,000/monthly, €36,000/yr salary
Validity
Typically 4 years
Stay duration
Indefinite, as long as business is operational
Entry type
Confirm single/multiple entry rules
Insurance
Confirm if required
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Overview
The Startup-Founder Visa (via Business Framework) offers a pathway for immigration. It leads to permanent residence in 4 years and citizenship in 6 years. The income requirement is €3,000 mon
- Leads to permanent residency: Yes
- Requires job offer: Yes
- Language required: Yes
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: €30,000
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: €3,000/monthly, €36,000/yr salary
- - MinSavings: €30,000
- - PathToPr: 4 years
- - PathToCitizenship: 6 years
Required Documents
- - Valid passport
- - Business plan
- - Proof of income (€3,000/monthly or €36,000/year)
- - Bank statement showing minimum savings of €30,000
- - Proof of English language proficiency (B2 level)
Application Steps
- Prepare your business plan and financial documents.
- Submit your application online through the official portal.
- Pay the required fees and submit your documents.
- Attend an interview if required.
- Receive your visa decision.
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Directorate General of Immigration & Passports →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Open appointment or official portal →Browse foreign embassies in Pakistan (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
Application checklist
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Citizenship timeline: 6 years
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Pakistan depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission a
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Pakistan, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Pakistan for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Pakistan, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Pakistan, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border c
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Pakistan through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa proce
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Pakistan, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Startup-Founder Visa (via Business Framework). It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Insufficient proof of income or savings.
- - Incomplete application or missing documents.
- - Failure to meet language requirements.
- - Unconvincing business plan.
Application Tips
- - Ensure all documents are complete and accurate.
- - Prepare a solid business plan that outlines your business model.
- - Be ready to explain your business idea during the interview.
- - Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-05-29.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 8-12 weeks, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.
