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Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child)

Lets a Canadian citizen or permanent resident aged 18 or over sponsor their spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or dependent child for permanent residence. The sponsor undertakes to financially support the sponsored person for 3 years (10 years or until age 22 for a child). Parents and grandparents is a separate, currently-paused stream.

Stay

Grants permanent residence.

Processing

Around 12 months (varies inside vs outside Canada).

Fees

About CAD $1,205 total for a spouse or partner (CAD $85 sponsorship + CAD $545 processing + CAD $575 right of permanent residence fee); about CAD $180 for a dependent child (verify).

Work rights

Full work and study rights on becoming a permanent resident; an open work permit may be available while the application is processed.

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Overview

Lets a Canadian citizen or permanent resident aged 18 or over sponsor their spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or dependent child for permanent residence. The sponsor undertakes to financially support the sponsored person for 3 years (10 years or until age 22 for a child). Parents and grandparents is a separate, currently-paused stream.

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FAQs about Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child)

Who is the Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child) for?+

Spouses, partners and dependent children of Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

How much does the Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child) cost?+

Typical fees listed for Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child): About CAD $1,205 total for a spouse or partner (CAD $85 sponsorship + CAD $545 processing + CAD $575 right of permanent residence fee); about CAD $180 for a dependent child (verify).. Always confirm on the official government site.

How long does Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child) processing take?+

ImmigraPath currently lists processing time as: Around 12 months (varies inside vs outside Canada)..

How long can I stay on the Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child)?+

Grants permanent residence.

Can I work on the Family Sponsorship (spouse, partner or dependent child)?+

Full work and study rights on becoming a permanent resident; an open work permit may be available while the application is processed.

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