Family Sponsorship

Reunite with your loved ones in Canada. Sponsor your spouse, children, parents, or grandparents.

Who Can You Sponsor?

Spouse/Partner

Married or common-law partner

Children

Dependent children under 22

Parents

Your biological or adoptive parents

Grandparents

Your biological or adoptive grandparents

Sponsorship Requirements
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Meet income requirements (for parents/grandparents)
  • Sign an undertaking to support the person
  • Not be in default of previous undertaking
Processing Times
Spouse/Partner12 months
Dependent Children12 months
Parents/Grandparents20-24 months
Income Requirements

Note: No income requirement for sponsoring spouse, partner, or dependent children.

For Parents and Grandparents (2024):

Family SizeMinimum Income Required
2 persons$32,270
3 persons$39,672
4 persons$48,167
5 persons$54,630

Ready to Reunite Your Family?

Let us help you navigate the family sponsorship process and bring your loved ones to Canada.