The steps and procedures for sponsoring your partner for Canadian permanent residency are very different from those for other visa types.
Language ability, employment history, and educational requirements are not required selection criteria for a spouse visa in Canada.
What are the essential requirements for Canada Spouse Visa?
In order to support their spouse or common-law partner:
- It is a requirement that you be at least 18 years old.
- If you are a Canadian citizen who currently resides outside of Canada, you must demonstrate your intention to move back to Canada as soon as your sponsored partner obtains Canada permanent residency.
- If you are a permanent resident who currently resides outside of Canada, you cannot sponsor your spouse.
- You must demonstrate that you are not receiving social assistance from the government for any other reason.
- You must demonstrate that you can meet the basic needs of the person you are sponsoring.
- You must make a commitment to support your sponsored family members financially, beginning on the day they become Canadian permanent residents.
- During that time, you must pay back any provincial social assistance that your family members received.
- The sponsorship agreement, which outlines the duties you and your sponsored spouse must agree to during their undertaking term, is also required.
According to this sponsorship agreement, you will:
- Provide for the basic necessities of your sponsored partner or spouse;
- As part of the application process, you will fill out and sign a form that includes a sponsorship and undertaking agreement.
The following steps can help you sponsor your spouse to Canada:
- Collect the necessary papers and complete the forms.
- Pay your application fees, which comprise a $75 sponsorship fee, a $475 processing fee for the principal applicant, $490 for the right of permanent residence, and a $25 biometrics fee.
- Send your application and the necessary paperwork via ordinary mail or courier service.
- Watch for the processing of your application.
What is the processing time for sponsoring a spouse or partner to move to Canada?
Typically, sponsorship applications take around a year to process. Normally, they don't take much longer than a year to process, but it depends on the specifics of your case.
In the event that there are problems with your application or the visa office needs more evidence of your relationship, the processing will be delayed and take longer.
FAQ
If my application for spousal sponsorship is rejected, can I reapply?
You can reapply if your application for spousal sponsorship is denied. However, it is crucial to provide additional information or proof in your application to address the cause of the rejection.
Can I withdraw my application for spousal or partner sponsorship?
Before the person you are sponsoring becomes a permanent resident of Canada, you have the right to withdraw your sponsorship application at any time.
Can my husband, conjugal partner, or common-law partner list their relatives on our application for spousal sponsorship?
Any accompanying dependent children may be listed on your spouse's, conjugal partner’s, or common-law partner's application for permanent residence.
