Dependent child
Spouse, conjugal or common-law partner
Parent and grandparents
Grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and nephews (all of which must be under 18 years, unmarried and without parents)
What is family sponsorship?
Those who wish to bring their loved ones to Canada can do so under the family sponsorship program, provided they are a citizen or permanent resident of Canada. With the family sponsorship program, family members can become permanent residents quickly as it offers a better opportunity than other programs. This program is one of the most popular pathways for immigrants looking for ways to migrate to Canada.
Some of the family members that you can sponsor are:
How many types of family sponsorships are available?
Depending on the sponsored person, there are several family sponsorship programs to choose from.
Spousal sponsorship
If you are a permanent resident and Canadian citizen, you can use the spousal sponsorship program to invite your spouse to Canada. The sponsorship program aims to facilitate family unity among married spouses; a permanent resident visa for the invited spouse will help achieve that.
Common-law partner sponsorship
Using the common-law partner sponsorship program, your common-law partner can be invited to become a Canadian permanent resident. Note, however, that the requirement for a common-law partner must be passed for the visa to be approved.
Child sponsorship
You can invite your children to become permanent residents of Canada if you’re already a citizen or a permanent resident of the country. This sponsorship is great for the kids as they are open to many opportunities as Canadian permanent residents.
Undeclared family member sponsorship
If you once been denied sponsorship due to a previously undeclared family relative, you can try again using the approved pilot program. Even if you have pending sponsorship issues, the Canadian pilot program can help you bypass them.
Super Visa
If you have foreign parents living in Canada, the Super visa family sponsorship can help extend their stay as long as their children are permanent residents or Canadian citizens. Therefore, they can use the Super visa to visit the country two years after their regular visa has expired.
