Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship

Sponsor Your Parents/Grandparents

Bringing Families Together in Canada

We help Canadian citizens and permanent residents sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency, reuniting families in Canada.

Undertaking:

Sponsors must agree to financially support their parents or grandparents for 20 years once they become permanent residents. This includes repaying any provincial social assistance received during this period.

Sponsorship Agreement:

Sponsors and their parents or grandparents must sign an agreement outlining responsibilities, including the sponsor’s obligation to provide basic needs and the parents’ or grandparents’ efforts to support themselves.

What is Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship?

Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are at least 18 years old can sponsor their parents and grandparents to come to Canada as permanent residents. Sponsors must provide financial support and ensure that their parents and grandparents do not require social assistance from the government. Eligible sponsors can also support their parents or grandparents’ Super Visa applications.

Eligibility Criteria for Sponsorship

1. Age and Residency:

Sponsors must be at least 18 years old and live in Canada.

2. Status:

Sponsors must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or registered in their country under the Canadian Act.

3. Financial Requirements:

Sponsors must demonstrate sufficient income to support their parents or grandparents and provide proof of income.

4. Undertaking:

5. Sponsorship Agreement:

Ineligibility Criteria

You cannot sponsor your parents or grandparents if:
– You are under 18 years old.
– You do not plan to live in Canada when applying and when your parents or grandparents become permanent residents.
– You are not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or registered in other country.
– You do not have sufficient financial resources.

Additionally, you may be ineligible if you:

– Are in jail, prison, or a penitentiary.
– Have not repaid an immigration loan, performance bond, or court-ordered family support.
– Did not honor a previous sponsorship agreement.
– Declared bankruptcy and are not discharged.
– Receive social assistance for reasons other than disability.
– Were convicted of violent or sexual offenses.
– Are under a removal order from Canada.

Application Process

1. Expression of Interest: The government opens periods for sponsors to express interest. For example, in 2020, the window was from October 13 to November 3.
2. Submission: After expressing interest, selected sponsors can submit a full application.
3. Review and Decision: The application is reviewed, and a decision is made. If approved, parents or grandparents can become permanent residents.

Super Visa Option

If sponsorship is not possible or if the sponsor is not selected, parents and grandparents can apply for a Super Visa. This visa allows multiple entries for up to 10 years, with each stay lasting up to 2 years. To determine eligibility for a Super Visa, complete the assessment form or contact Greensky Immigration Consultancy Services.

Visitor Visa Option

Parents and grandparents who wish to stay for 6 months or less can apply for a regular visitor visa. Complete the visitor visa assessment form to check eligibility.

Contact Us

For more information or to discuss your eligibility for sponsoring your parents or grandparents, click on contact me button. We are here to help you navigate the process and explore all available options.

Frequently Asked Queations

1. Who is eligible to sponsor their parents or grandparents?

To be eligible, you must:
– Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act.
– Be at least 18 years old.
– Live in Canada.
– Meet the minimum necessary income level for the size of your family unit and provide proof of income.
– Sign an undertaking to financially support the sponsored person(s) for 20 years.

2. What is the minimum income requirement for sponsoring parents or grandparents?

The minimum income requirement depends on the size of your family unit and is based on the Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO) plus 30%. You must provide proof of income for the last three tax years to demonstrate you meet this requirement.

3. How do I apply to sponsor my parents or grandparents?

The application process involves two main steps:
1. Submit an interest to sponsor form during the annual intake period announced by IRCC.
2. If invited, submit a complete sponsorship application package, including all required forms and supporting documents.

4. What happens after I submit my interest to sponsor form?

If selected, you will receive an invitation to apply from IRCC. You will then need to submit your complete sponsorship application within the specified timeframe. If not selected, you can try again in the next intake period.

5. Can I sponsor more than one parent or grandparent?

Yes, you can sponsor both parents and grandparents, but you must meet the minimum income requirement for the total number of people in your family unit, including all sponsored individuals.

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