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International student with an online business?

yellowbellow

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Nov 6, 2013
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I'm an international student here in canada and i have started a VERY small online business and my earnings are in USD. Will that affect my status in canada in any way or get me into trouble? I don't want any trouble I basically was working online before I got my visa for canada but then decided to start my own business. Please help me out I would appreciate it. and no, I can't afford to see a lawyer at this moment. Thanks
 

yellowbellow

Star Member
Nov 6, 2013
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Also, when i apply for a PR will having an online business harm me in any way? I just want to stay legal and do legal work. thanks
 

obib

Star Member
Dec 3, 2011
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Technically if your income is from Canada even though it is online you may be violating the Law especially, if you don't have a permit to work as an International student.You can solve this problem by registering your business locally provided you have a Canadian citizen or PR as a Partner and this will have Tax implications but atleast you can go to sleep without any fears.You may contact a Lawyer if you require more information
 

ckizbz

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Aug 25, 2021
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Also, when i apply for a PR will having an online business harm me in any way? I just want to stay legal and do legal work. thanks
hi did you find a solution for this! Cause I am experiencing the same thing! Please can you help me out?