Family and Spousal Sponsorship
Spousal and family sponsorship are two popular immigration programs in Canada that allow Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their eligible family members to come and live with them in Canada. These programs aim to keep families together by providing a pathway for family members to reunite in Canada.
Spousal Sponsorship:
Spousal sponsorship allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner to come to Canada. A spouse is defined as a legally married partner, while a common-law partner is someone who has been living with the sponsor in a conjugal relationship for at least one year. The sponsor must demonstrate that they can financially support their partner and that the relationship is genuine and not entered into solely for immigration purposes. Spousal sponsorship can be done from within or outside of Canada.
Family Sponsorship:
Family sponsorship allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their eligible family members to come to Canada. Eligible family members include dependent children, parents, and grandparents. The sponsor must demonstrate that they can financially support their family member and that the relationship is genuine. Family sponsorship can be done from within or outside of Canada.
Application Process:
The application process for spousal and family sponsorship involves several steps, including submitting an application, providing supporting documentation, and undergoing medical and security checks. The processing times for these programs can vary depending on the case and the number of applications being processed by the government at any given time.
Benefits of Spousal and Family Sponsorship:
Spousal and family sponsorship provide numerous benefits to the sponsored family members, including the ability to live and work in Canada, access to social and health benefits, and the opportunity to become a permanent resident of Canada. For the sponsor, these programs provide the opportunity to reunite with their loved ones and build a new life together in Canada.
Spousal and family sponsorship are important immigration programs in Canada that help keep families together and reunite loved ones in Canada. Contact us for help with navigating through the process smoothly and increase your chances of success.