Canadian citizens and permanent residents are able to sponsor their parents & grandparents for immigration. Approved under this program, recipients will receive Canadian residence status which may eventually lead them on the path towards citizenship as well.
How much income do I need to sponsor my parents and grandparents to immigrate to Canada?
The following table shows the minimum necessary income requirements for PGP if you live outside of Quebec:
|
Size of Family Unit |
MNI |
MNI |
MNI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
2 persons |
$32,270 |
$41,007 |
$40,379 |
|
3 persons |
$39,672 |
$50,414 |
$49,641 |
|
4 persons |
$48,167 |
$61,209 |
$60,271 |
|
5 persons |
$54,630 |
$69,423 |
$68,358 |
|
6 persons |
$61,613 |
$78,296 |
$77,095 |
|
7 persons |
$68,598 |
$87,172 |
$85,835 |
|
Each additional person |
$6,985 |
$8,876 |
$8,740 |
How long does it take to sponsor parents to Canada?
According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the average processing time for an application is between 20 and 24 months.
What obligations do I have to the Canadian government if a sponsor my parents or grandparents?
When you sponsor a person, the Government of Canada requires that sponsors sign an undertaking. This means they agree to provide for your sponsored’s essential needs in Canada for 20 years after the arrival
Can I sponsor my parents and grandparents if I have collected Employment Insurance (EI) and/or the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)?
Yes, it is true that EI and CERB are not seen as social assistance by IRCC. You still must meet the Minimum Necessary Income requirement which has been set based on how many people will be coming into Canada with you (including parents or grandparents).
Can I sponsor my parent or grandparent if I live in Quebec?
Yes, you must meet the Quebec government’s immigration sponsorship requirements after IRCC approves you as a sponsor. The province will also assess your income and sign another undertaking with them.
What should I do If I am not eligible to sponsor?
Canadian citizens and permanent residents who do not meet the financial criteria to sponsor their parents & grandparents have an alternative option – to apply for Supervisa for parents & grandparents.
What is a Super Visa?
The Super Visa is a multi-entry visa that provides multiple entries for an individual’s stay in Canada. The key difference lies within its ability to allow the holder up to two years at once, rather than one six-month period per visit.
Who is Eligible for a Super Visa?
As a parent or grandparent of Canadian citizens or permanent residents, you are eligible for the Super Visa in Canada. Keep in mind, you cannot include in this application any of your dependent children with the exception of a spouse or common-law partner. To be eligible for Supervisa you must possess health insurance worth at least $100,000 CDN.
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