Parental Sponsorship
More Information About the Process of Parental Sponsorship
If you wish to sponsor your parents or grandparents and have them come to Canada as a permanent resident, you first have to submit an “Interest to Sponsor” form, in the hopes that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will invite you to apply. This form is available to submit in January or February of each year, but has not opened yet for 2020.
If you are among the potential sponsors selected by IRCC you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA). If not you will then have the opportunity to show your interest to sponsor your parent or grandparent again the following year.
If you do receive an ITA, then you will have 90 days from the date you receive the invitation to complete your application, and submit all the supporting information and documentation to IRCC. Among other things, your application will need to satisfy IRCC that you meet the income requirements to sponsor your parents or grandparents.
Another option you may have is to apply for a super-visa to have your parents or grandparents visit you in Canada for at least 2 years, though this will not result in them obtaining Canadian permanent residence.
Frequently asked questions about Parental Sponsorships
1. Can my parent(s) or grandparent(s) be sponsored if they have a medical condition?
Their application could be denied if they have a medical condition that is inadmissible to Canada. Any serious medical conditions must be disclosed to us prior to submitting your application.
2. Can I sponsor my parents permanently if they are living in Canada with temporary status?
Yes you can. It should be clearly indicated where such applications should be processed in order to avoid the requirement of your parents having to leave Canada to gain their permanent resident status, but it is possible.
3. Is there a limit on the number of applications the government can process per year?
Yes. The Canadian government currently accepts 10,000 applications per year for processing.
4. Can I include dependent children on a parental sponsorship?
Yes, dependent children who meet the definition of a “dependent child” can be included on parental sponsorships.
Why should you hire us to represent you?
It is always useful to have an experienced immigration professional assist with any sponsorship application submitted to IRCC. We have many years of experience assisting applicants with their sponsorship applications, and know how to anticipate concerns that may be raised by Canadian immigration authorities, and ensure that supporting documentation adequately address these concerns.