Family Sponsorship

Family Sponsorship in Canada and Quebec

Canada has a long and proud tradition of family reunification. The Canadian government recognizes the importance of family and offers a number of programs to help families unite in Canada. One of these programs is family sponsorship.

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What are the eligibility requirements for sponsoring a family member to Canada and Quebec?

To be eligible to sponsor a family member, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. You must also meet certain income requirements.

Who can be sponsored?

To be eligible to sponsor a family member in Canada or Quebec, you must meet the following criteria:

Age and Citizenship:

Be at least 18 years old. Be a permanent resident or citizen of Canada or Quebec.

Income Requirements:

Meet the minimum necessary income requirement based on your family size and the number of family members you are sponsoring.

Criminal Record:

Not have a criminal record or be in prison.

You can sponsor the following family members to come to Canada:

Your spouse or common-law partner
Your dependent children
Your parents and grandparents
Your brothers and sisters, their spouses or common-law partners, and their dependent children

How to sponsor a family member

The application process for family sponsorship can be complex. It is important to seek professional help from an immigration consultant to ensure that your application is complete and accurate.

These are the steps.

Creating an online account with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Completing the online application form
Gathering and submitting supporting documents
Paying the application fee

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