Spousal sponsorship is a pivotal aspect of Canada's immigration framework, facilitating Canadian citizens and permanent residents in sponsoring their foreign national spouses, common-law partners, or conjugal partners to obtain Canadian permanent residency. At Five Riverz Immigration, we guide you through the comprehensive eligibility criteria for sponsorship, ensuring a smooth process.
Eligibility as a sponsor necessitates being 18 years or older, a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident residing in Canada, or a person registered under the Canadian Indian Act. Financial stability is crucial, requiring sponsors to be free from social assistance (excluding disability) and capable of meeting basic needs for themselves, their spouse or partner, and any dependent children.
Sponsorship entails a commitment to providing financial support, covering housing, food, clothing, and medical expenses not covered by public health insurance. Demonstrating sufficient income or assets is vital, with sponsors not receiving income support benefits or undergoing bankruptcy proceedings.
To qualify for a visa, the sponsoring couple must authenticate their relationship under one of three categories: Spouse (legally married), Common-law partner (cohabiting for at least 12 consecutive months), or Conjugal partner (continuous committed relationship with significant obstacles preventing cohabitation).
Both the sponsor and the sponsored person, once approved by IRCC, must receive a visa before the sponsored individual can enter Canada. Two sponsorship program options exist Outland and Inland applications. Outland is for sponsors in Canada with spouses abroad, while inland requires both spouses to reside in Canada during the application processing period.
The standard processing time for spousal applications is 12 months. Whether applying outside Canada at a visa office abroad or within Canada at a local immigration office, Five Riverz Immigration ensures expert guidance throughout the spousal sponsorship journey, aiming for a seamless and timely process.
