Family Sponsorship
Reunite with Your Loved Ones
— Family Sponsorship —
Bring Your Family to Canada
Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18+ can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner, dependent children, parents, or grandparents to become permanent residents.
— Who Can You Sponsor —
Eligible Family Members
Spouse or Partner
Married spouse, common-law or conjugal partner
Dependent Children
Children under 22 years old
Parents & Grandparents
Mother, father, grandmother, grandfather
Sponsor Requirements
To sponsor a family member, you must meet these requirements:
Be at least 18 years old
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or registered Indian
Live in Canada or plan to return when sponsored person becomes PR
Prove you can financially support the person you're sponsoring
Not be in prison, bankruptcy, or under a removal order
Not be receiving social assistance (except disability)
Have paid back any previous sponsorship loans
Sign an undertaking to support the person for 3-20 years
— Application Process —
Steps to Sponsor Your Family
Check Eligibility
Confirm you meet sponsor requirements and your family member is eligible
Gather Documents
Collect required documentation for both sponsor and sponsored person
Submit Application
Complete and submit sponsorship and permanent residence applications
Wait for Decision
IRCC processes application and may request additional information
Ready to Sponsor Your Family?
Our immigration experts will guide you through the family sponsorship process from start to finish.