Spousal Sponsorship
Summit Immigration Consulting Group realizes the need for the reunification of family. If you are a Canadian citizen, registered Native Indian or a permanent resident of Canada, you can sponsor your spouse and family to become permanent residents.
Family Reunification Through Sponsorship
Family sponsorship is one of the most important immigration programs in Canada, allowing Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and registered Native Indians to reunite with their loved ones by sponsoring them to become permanent residents of Canada.
Quebec Residents: If you live in Quebec, you must meet Quebec's eligibility requirements for sponsoring another relative and complete an undertaking with the Government of Quebec.
Who Can Sponsor?
You can sponsor your family members if you meet the following criteria:
Canadian Citizens
Full Canadian citizens can sponsor their family members
Permanent Residents
Permanent residents of Canada can sponsor eligible relatives
Registered Native Indians
Registered Native Indians can sponsor family members
Who Can Be Sponsored?
You can sponsor the following family members to become permanent residents:
Spouse
Your legally married spouse
Common-law Partner
Partner you've lived with for at least 12 months
Conjugal Partner
Partner in a committed relationship but cannot live together
Dependent Children
Children under 22 or dependent children of any age
Parents & Grandparents
Parents and grandparents under specific programs
Orphaned Relatives
Orphaned siblings, nephews, nieces, or grandchildren under 18
Special Case: Orphaned Relatives
You can sponsor an orphaned brother, sister, nephew, niece or grandchild only if they are related to you by blood or adoption, under 18 years old, both their parents have passed away and they're single (not married or in a common-law relationship).
Who Cannot Sponsor?
You cannot sponsor a relative if you meet any of the following conditions:
Currently Incarcerated
Cannot sponsor while in prison
Bankruptcy
Cannot sponsor if declared bankruptcy and not discharged
Social Assistance
Cannot sponsor if receiving social assistance (except for disability)
Immigration Loan
Cannot sponsor if behind on immigration loan payments
Family Support
Cannot sponsor if behind on alimony or child support (except Quebec)
Previous Sponsorship
Cannot sponsor if previous sponsorship agreement was not met
Criminal Convictions
Cannot sponsor if convicted of violent crimes or sexual offences
Removal Order
Cannot sponsor if under a removal order
Financial Responsibilities
As a sponsor, you have important financial obligations to fulfill:
Financial Support
You must commit to financially supporting them for up to 20 years
Government Assistance
Ensure your relative doesn't need to seek financial assistance from the government
Withdrawal Rights
You can withdraw your sponsorship application before they become permanent residents
20-Year Commitment
Important: When sponsoring a relative to come to Canada as a permanent resident, you are responsible for supporting your relative financially when they arrive. You must commit to financially supporting them and their accompanying family members beginning on the date they become a permanent resident for up to 20 years.
Two Different Processes
There are two different processes for sponsoring your family:
Spouse/Partner Sponsorship
Used for sponsoring your spouse, conjugal or common-law partner and/or dependent children
Other Relatives Sponsorship
Used to sponsor other eligible relatives such as parents, grandparents, or orphaned relatives
Ready to Reunite with Your Family?
The process to sponsor your family can begin today by contacting us. Arrange a consultation with Summit Immigration Consulting Group so we can start the process and reunite you with your spouse or family.