From July 29, 2025, people applying to move to Canada through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) or the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) must
Canada Increases Rural Immigration Fund Requirement by 30%
From July 29, 2025, people applying to move to Canada through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) or the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) must show they have more money saved. The required settlement funds have gone up by $2,544 compared to the earlier amount.
As of July 29, the minimum savings needed for a single applicant under the RCIP or FCIP went up from $7,963 to $10,507. It increased about 31.94%.
RCIP and FCIP are immigration programs where employers help applicants get permanent residency in Canada, aimed at those planning to live in rural regions or French-speaking areas outside Quebec.
What are the Required Funds to Move to Canada through the RCIP or FCIP?
How much money you need for the RCIP or FCIP depends on your family size, and the required amount is the same for both programs.
| Family size | Money needed (CAD) from July 29, 2025 |
Earlier minimum funds needed |
| 1 | $10,507 | $7,963 |
| 2 | $13,080 | $9,692 |
| 3 | $16,080 | $12,069 |
| 4 | $19,524 | $15,056 |
| 5 | $22,143 | $17,145 |
| 6 | $24,975 | $19,015 |
| 7 | $27,806 | $20,884 |
| For each additional member over 7 | $2,831 | $1,869 |
How Can I Count My Family Size?
Your family size means counting:
- You
- Your husband, wife, or common-law partner
- Any dependent children (yours or your partner’s)
You still have to count your spouse or common-law partner as well as dependent children, even if they already have Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, and even if they will stay outside Canada.
What Can I Show IRCC as Proof of Money?
You can prove you have enough money by showing one of these:
- Bank statements
- Bank drafts
- Cheques
- Money orders
The funds must be available both when you apply and when you receive your permanent resident visa.
Overview of the RCIP and FCIP
The RCIP and FCIP began this year to help small towns outside Quebec find workers. To join, you need a job offer from an approved employer, and the local community must support it. You must also fulfill the criteria for education, job experience, language ability, and settlement funds. For the FCIP, you must show that you can speak French. If you meet all the requirements, you can apply to the federal government for permanent residency. You may also apply for a work permit so you can begin working while your permanent residency application is being reviewed. For more details, reach out to CWC, a licensed immigration consultant in Surrey.