Family Sponsorship

Sponsors commit to providing financial support to the family member, ensuring they won't require government. Once approved, the sponsored individual attains permanent residency in Canada.

• Sponsors must be 18+ years old and live in Canada.

• Financial requirements vary depending on who you’re sponsoring.

• Sponsored relatives receive permanent residence with the right to work, study, and live anywhere in Canada.

• Spouse or common-law/conjugal partner

• Dependent child (under 22, unmarried)

• Parents and grandparents

• In some cases: orphaned siblings, nieces, nephews, grandchildren

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, aged 18 or older.

• Sign a financial undertaking agreement, which ranges from 3 to 20 years depending on the relationship.

• Must meet income requirements, primarily for parents and grandparents.

• Cannot be declared bankrupt, incarcerated, or in arrears on immigration or child support payments.

• Submit sponsorship application and permanent residence application together.

• Pay the required fees and submit biometrics (if applicable).

• IRCC reviews eligibility and completeness.

• Once approved, your family member receives PR and can come to Canada.

• Reunite with loved ones permanently in Canada.

• Sponsored members receive PR status with full rights.

• No job offer or language test required for the sponsored person.

• Faster processing for spouses and dependent children (approx. 12 months).