Family Sponsorship
in Canada
Bring eligible family members together through a clear and well-prepared sponsorship application. We assess your circumstances, identify the relevant requirements, and help organize a complete family sponsorship application.
What Is Family Sponsorship in Canada?
Family sponsorship allows eligible Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and persons registered in Canada under the Indian Act to sponsor qualifying family members for permanent residence in Canada.
Depending on the program and the sponsor’s eligibility, this may include a spouse or partner, dependent children, parents, grandparents, or certain other relatives. Both the sponsor and the person being sponsored must meet the applicable requirements.
Who May Be Sponsored?
Spouse or Partner
For eligible spouses, common-law partners, or conjugal partners who may qualify for permanent residence through family sponsorship.
Dependent Children
For eligible dependent children sponsored by a parent who meets the applicable sponsorship requirements.
Parents or Grandparents
For eligible parents or grandparents sponsored through the applicable program, subject to program availability and sponsor eligibility.
How Elen Visa Can Help
We provide structured support throughout the preparation and submission of your family sponsorship application.
Sponsor Eligibility and Case Assessment
We review the sponsor’s status, relationship to the applicant, financial obligations, immigration history, and overall circumstances.
Review of Relationship and Supporting Documents
We review the documents available to establish the family relationship and identify additional supporting evidence that may be relevant.
Application Form Preparation
We assist with preparing the required sponsorship and permanent residence forms and checking that the information provided is complete and consistent.
Supporting Document Organization
We help organize identity, civil status, relationship, financial, and other supporting documents in a clear and structured manner.
Explanation Letter Guidance, When Applicable
We assist with preparing clear written explanations when additional context regarding the relationship, family history, or application circumstances may be helpful.
Submission and Application Follow-Up
We assist with submitting the application and monitoring relevant updates or additional document requests.
Documents Commonly Required
Required documents vary depending on the sponsorship category, family relationship, country of residence, and the circumstances of both the sponsor and the applicant.
Proof of Sponsor’s Status
Documents showing that the sponsor is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or otherwise eligible to sponsor.
Sponsor’s Financial Documents, When Required
Income records, notices of assessment, employment information, or other documents demonstrating that applicable financial obligations are met.
Identity and Civil Status Documents
Passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce records, adoption records, or other relevant civil status documents.
Immigration and Travel History
Copies of previous visas, permits, entry and exit stamps, refusal letters, and other relevant immigration records.
Proof of Family Relationship
Documents establishing the relationship between the sponsor and applicant, such as marriage or birth certificates and other official records.
Police Certificates and Medical Examination
The applicant and applicable family members may be required to provide police certificates and complete an immigration medical examination according to IRCC instructions.
Relationship Evidence, When Applicable
Evidence such as shared financial records, proof of a common address, communications, photographs, travel records, and statements from family or friends.
Additional Supporting Documents
Other evidence may be required depending on the sponsorship category, personal history, custody arrangements, dependants, or application circumstances.
Our Process
A clear, structured process for preparing your family sponsorship application.
1
Initial Consultation
We review the sponsor’s status, family relationship, immigration history, financial obligations, and current circumstances.
2
Eligibility and Document Review
We assess the applicable sponsorship category and review the available relationship, identity, civil status, and financial documents.
3
Application Preparation
We prepare and organize the required sponsorship and permanent residence forms, supporting documents, and written explanations for submission.
4
Submission and Follow-Up
We assist with submitting the application and monitoring relevant updates or additional document requests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about family sponsorship in Canada and the application process.
Who can sponsor a family member in Canada?
Eligibility depends on the sponsorship category. Sponsors generally must meet requirements relating to age, immigration status, residence, financial obligations, and other program conditions.
Can I sponsor my spouse or partner?
Eligible Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and persons registered under the Indian Act may be able to sponsor a spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence.
Is there an income requirement for spousal sponsorship?
In most spousal, partner, and dependent-child sponsorship cases, there is no minimum income requirement. However, the sponsor must still sign an undertaking and meet the applicable financial obligations. Some situations may have additional income requirements.
Can I sponsor my parents or grandparents?
Parents and grandparents may be sponsored through the applicable program if the sponsor is invited to apply and meets the eligibility and income requirements.
How long is the sponsor financially responsible?
The sponsor must sign an undertaking to provide financial support. The length of the undertaking depends on the person being sponsored and the applicable sponsorship category.
Can I reapply after a family sponsorship refusal?
Yes. A new application may be submitted unless the refusal decision states otherwise. The new application should address the refusal reasons and include relevant new information, documents, or changed circumstances.
How long does family sponsorship processing take?
Processing times vary depending on the sponsorship category, where the applicant lives, whether the destination is Quebec, application volume, completeness, and whether additional information is required. Current estimates should be checked through IRCC’s official processing-time tool, and published times are not guarantees.
Ready to Prepare Your Family Sponsorship Application?
Book a consultation to discuss the sponsor’s eligibility, family relationship, supporting documents, and the requirements that may apply to your sponsorship application.
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Contact Information
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Phone & WhatsApp: +1 438 542 6020
Office: +1 514 538 6030
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