FAMILY VISA

FAMILY VISA

The Canada Family Visa program is designed to reunite families in Canada by allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their family members for permanent residency. The program is intended to promote family reunification and enable families to live together in Canada.

To be eligible for the Canada Family Visa program, the sponsor and the sponsored family member must meet the following criteria –

  • The sponsor must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • The sponsored family member must be a spouse, common-law partner, dependent child, parent, or grandparent of the sponsor
  • Both the sponsor and sponsored family member must meet the minimum income requirements
  • The sponsor must be able to provide financial support to the sponsored family member for a minimum of three years

The Canada Family Visa application process involves several steps. The first step is for the sponsor to complete an application to sponsor their family member. Once the application has been approved, the sponsored family member can apply for permanent residency.

The sponsored family member must undergo a medical examination and a security background check. They must also provide supporting documentation, such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, and passport. If the application is approved, the sponsored family member will be issued a permanent residency visa and will be able to live and work in Canada.

The Canada Family Visa program offers numerous benefits for families, including –

  • The ability to live together in Canada
  • Access to high-quality healthcare and education
  • The opportunity to work and study in Canada
  • The ability to apply for Canadian citizenship after meeting residency requirements
  • Access to social benefits such as employment insurance, pension plans, and child tax benefits

If you are a Canadian citizen or PR interested in sponsoring a family member for permanent residency in Canada, the Canada Family Visa program can help. Our team of experienced immigration lawyers and consultants can guide you through the application process and help you maximize your chances of success. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you reunite with your family in Canada.