A Ford Maverick parked outside of a building in the evening.

Newcomer Program

Let us help you as you buy your first vehicle in Canada. 

Prequalify Now
Explore Financing Options
Ford vehicles parked inside of a garage.

Designed for Newcomers

If you’ve never purchased a vehicle in Canada, Ford Credit is here for you. When you’re ready to get started, we offer flexible financing options and a cash incentive of up to $1,000 offered by Ford of Canada.

Program Eligibility

No established Canadian credit history is required. However, if you have credit in Canada, your accounts must be in good standing, with no history of serious issues like past-due payments or bankruptcy.

Contact your local Ford Dealer to help confirm your eligibility and walk you through available program details. If you’re not eligible, review our other special programs for car buyers

Review our program guidelines below to see if you qualify for our Newcomer program:

 

  • You currently reside in Canada and can provide one of the following:

• A landed immigrant with a Permanent Resident Card (IMM5688 or IMM5292)
 

• A foreign worker with a Work Permit (IMM1102 or IMM1442)
 

• An international student with a Study Permit (IMM1208 or IMM1442)

  • This is your first time financing or leasing a vehicle in Canada

  • You have a stable income that can comfortably cover a vehicle payment and living expenses
Ford pickup truck parked at night in a lively plaza

Helpful Advice for Newcomers

Here’s what you need to know before purchasing your Ford.

Calculate Payment
Locate a Dealership

List what you want and need.

  • Passenger and cargo capacity
  • Must-have safety features
  • Fuel and kilometre needs
  • Affordable insurance costs
  • Features and technology

Find a price range within your budget.

Now that you have a vehicle in mind, take a look at your household budget to see what you can comfortably afford. This will help you set a realistic price range for your next vehicle.

Get prequalified and then apply for credit.

With your needs and budget established, you can get prequalified to see an estimate of how much you can afford with no impact on your credit score. Then, find the right vehicle and apply for financing* with Ford Credit.
 

*Submitting a full credit application with Ford Credit may result in a credit inquiry and can affect your credit score.

More Special Programs

A woman connecting a charger to her Ford EV.

Graduate Program

Our Graduate Program is for recent college graduates and current post-graduate students.


Learn More
Two women smiling while sitting inside a Ford vehicle. 

First Time Buyer Program

The First-Time Buyer Program helps people who have never bought a vehicle before.

Apply Online
FAQ
Visit Contact Center