SPONSOR

Spousal visa, also known as a sponsorship visa, is a type of visa that allows Canadian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner to come to Canada and become a permanent resident. The spousal visa falls under the Family Class sponsorship program, which is a part of Canada’s immigration policy.
To be eligible to sponsor your spouse or common-law partner for a spousal visa, you must meet certain requirements set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). These include:
1. Being at least 18 years old
2. Being a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
3. Not being in prison, bankrupt, or under a removal order
4. Signing an undertaking to provide financial support for your spouse or common-law partner for a period of three years
5. Meeting the minimum necessary income requirements to sponsor your partner

Your spouse or common-law partner must also meet certain eligibility requirements to be granted a spousal visa, such as passing a medical examination and security checks.

Inland Spousal Sponsorship

Inland spousal sponsorship is a process for Canadian citizens or permanent residents who want to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residence in Canada while the sponsored person is already living in Canada.
To be eligible for inland spousal sponsorship, both the sponsor and the sponsored person must meet certain requirements, such as being legally married or in a common-law relationship and living together in Canada. Additionally, the sponsor must be able to financially support the sponsored person and must not have any criminal or immigration-related issues.
The inland spousal sponsorship process involves submitting an application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) with supporting documents, such as marriage or common-law relationship proof, proof of legal status in Canada, and proof of financial support. The sponsored person can also apply for an open work permit while the application is being processed, allowing them to work while waiting for the application to be processed.

Outland Sponsorship

Outland spousal sponsorship is a process for Canadian citizens or permanent residents who want to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residence in Canada while the sponsored person is living outside of Canada.
To be eligible for outland spousal sponsorship, both the sponsor and the sponsored person must meet certain requirements, such as being legally married or in a common-law relationship and demonstrating that they intend to live together in Canada once the sponsored person becomes a permanent resident. Additionally, the sponsor must be able to financially support the sponsored person and must not have any criminal or immigration-related issues.
The sponsored person can also apply for a visitor visa while the application is being processed, allowing them to travel to Canada to visit the sponsor while waiting for the application to be processed.

Parents and Grandparents

The Parents and Grandparents (PGP) program is a Canadian immigration program that allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residence in Canada.
To be eligible for the PGP program, both the sponsor and the sponsored person must meet certain requirements. The sponsor must demonstrate that they have sufficient income to support their parents or grandparents, and must not have any criminal or immigration-related issues. The sponsored person must meet the eligibility criteria for permanent residence in Canada, including passing medical and security checks.
The PGP program operates through an annual intake system. Interested sponsors must first submit an “Interest to Sponsor” form to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) during a specified period. IRCC will then randomly select potential sponsors and invite them to submit a complete application to sponsor their parents or grandparents. The complete application must include various documents, such as proof of income and relationship, and will be reviewed by IRCC.
If the application is approved, the sponsored person will receive a permanent resident visa, allowing them to enter Canada and become a permanent resident. It’s important to note that the PGP program is a competitive program with limited spots available each year, and the application process can be complex and time-consuming. Additionally, the sponsor must commit to supporting their parents or grandparents financially and should be aware of the potential impact on their own financial situation.