Canada places a high priority on family reunification. Through the Spouse or Common Law Partner Sponsorship Class, Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse or common law partner for a permanent resident visa.
Whether the application is made locally or at a Canadian embassy or consulate overseas, the legal process that must be followed by a foreign individual seeking spousal sponsorship to Canada is quite complex. A Canadian citizen or permanent resident must sponsor the spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner who wishes to immigrate to Canada by submitting a sponsorship application on their behalf.
If any of the following apply to you, you should submit an inland application:
Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply through this stream even if they do not have legal status in Canada since they will be protected by a public policy that permits them to remain there while their application is being processed. The drawback of this particular stream is that the applicant must postpone any international trip while the application is being processed.
If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and satisfy the requirements listed below, you may be qualified to sponsor your spouse, conjugal partner, or common-law partner.
Applications for sponsorship go through the entire processing cycle in around a year. Normally, they don’t take much longer than a year to process, but it depends on the specifics of your case.
The processing of your application will be delayed and take longer if it is problematic or the visa office needs further evidence of your relationship.
Making sure that your sponsorship application is completed accurately the first time is the best approach to guarantee that it is processed as promptly as possible. Thousands of spousal sponsorship applications have been assisted by the attorneys and immigration professionals at Royal Migration. Take our free online assessment to learn how we can assist you in bringing your loved ones to Canada.
The Canadian government permits eligible people over the age of 18 to sponsor their dependent spouses, children, parents, partners, and grandparents to live with them in Canada to encourage families to live together. Royal Migration offers specialised Canada-dependent visa services that can benefit you in reuniting with your family.
Your dependent children, common-law partner, conjugal partner or spouse can be sponsored.
Regardless of gender, your partner must meet the following criteria:
Your common-law partner must meet the following criteria:
Any time spent apart should be:
If you or your common-law partner decide to end the relationship, Canada considers it terminated.
You’ll need to provide evidence to prove your common-law relationship.
A conjugal partner must meet the following criteria:
You must provide evidence, such as proof of refusal for long-term stays in each other’s countries or legal/immigration challenges, to demonstrate that you could not live together or get married in the country of your conjugal partner.
Dependent Children Criteria for Canadian Immigration:
Children are considered dependents if they meet the following conditions:
Under 22 Years Old:
Over 22 Years Old (exception):
Important Note:
Your dependent child must continue to meet these requirements (except for age) until your application is fully processed.
Reunite with your loved one through the Spouse Sponsorship Application! Learn the process to sponsor your spouse for permanent residency in Canada, including eligibility, required documents, and important steps.
You can apply for spousal sponsorship by mail or through the IRCC’s permanent residence application portal. Contact us for a professional guidance.
While awaiting a decision on their In Canada Sponsorship application, the individual being sponsored may depart from Canada for short periods. However, since a residence in Canada is a requirement for the In Canada Sponsorship Class, leaving the country runs the danger of you not being allowed to return. Since the COVID-19 epidemic, this has grown to be a problem due to the frequent application of travel restrictions.
The sponsored spouse’s application for an open work permit and ongoing maintained status in Canada are additional factors to take into account. If this is the case, they must wait until their work visa application is accepted before returning to Canada because they will lose their maintained status once they do.
If you are a permanent resident, you are required to remain in the country while your application for common-law sponsorship is being processed.
You should have the following documents when applying to sponsor a spouse:
To demonstrate your relationship, you should provide at least two of the following documents:
If you are in a common-law relationship and looking into sponsoring your partner, immigration officers will expect to see the following evidence:
And at least two of the following documents:
Get inventive if you are unable to produce all the aforementioned documents. Look for methods to show them your connection and give it to them. Offer sworn statements from family members or acquaintances who can attest to your position as a common-law partner. The immigration officer’s final decision regarding your common-law documents will be final, but your chances of acceptance are higher the more documentation you can present.
Immigration inspectors will look for the following proof if you are considering sponsoring your partner and are in a conjugal relationship:
There is no formal legal agreement or moment in time that establishes your commitment to one another in a common-law or conjugal relationship. Instead, immigration inspectors will look for signs of strong interpersonal and emotional relationships that show you are engaged in a serious relationship and intend to stay that way for long.
Yes, any accompanying dependent children may be included on your spouse’s, conjugal partner’s, or common-law partner’s application for permanent residence.
At Royal Migration, we understand the complexities of Canadian immigration. Our team is dedicated to providing clear, accurate, and up-to-date information to help you achieve your goals in Canada. Browse through our comprehensive FAQs below for quick answers and valuable insights. If you need further assistance, don’t hesitate to contact our experts for personalized guidance.
No, getting married to a Canadian does not provide the spouse automatic permanent residence in Canada. You can apply for a spousal sponsorship once you are married or in a common-law union. The married spouse won’t become a permanent resident of Canada until the spousal sponsorship application is granted.
It is essential to show the authenticity of your partnership. This is the main aspect that CIC will take into account when considering your application. It is crucial that you adhere to the document checklist’s standards and that, if you don’t, you give a thorough justification.
Yes, you must first get married and present your official marriage certificate as proof of your union. Marriage licences or records of solemnization are not accepted.
Due to the difficulty in obtaining these documents and the length of time required for police clearance. Police clearance and a medical test are not necessary up front and are asked one to two months after the application is submitted.
Provision of the document checklist for you and the persons you want to sponsor required forms and proper filing. We will make sure you do not miss anything.
In most cases, your fees will include: processing fees for you, the persons you’re sponsoring and their dependents, the right of permanent residence fee and the biometrics fee
We will assist you in reviewing the assembled documents, submitting them in the proper way and keep you informed on the processing.
