The Parent and Grandparent Super Visa program was created by the Canadian government in December 2011 to allow entrance into Canada to parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. With the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa, parents and grandparents can now visit their family members in Canada for up to two years at a time. This program has been very effective in reuniting family members in Canada with their parents and/or grandparents from abroad as it allows qualified applicants to enter Canada much quicker than other programs. Family sponsorship can take years but the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa process may take as little as eight weeks, allowing family members to see each other sooner and more frequently than they could in the past.
Super Visa FAQ
If you are a parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to apply for a Parent and Grandparent Super Visa which will allow you to visit your family in Canada for a period of up to two years without renewing your status. You must first meet the basic requirements for admittance into Canada. The most basic requirements to apply for a Canada visa include passing criminal screenings, health screenings, and other important factors which could make you inadmissible to Canada. If you meet these basic requirements, you must then meet the specific requirements which are set by the visa office in your current country of residence.
Please note that you may not bring any dependents with you if you are visiting family members using the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. Only your spouse or common-law partner may accompany you into Canada under this program.
Parents and Grandparents who live in countries that require a TRV in order to enter Canada will benefit greatly from the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. With a Super Visa, you will be able to enter Canada as many times as you want in that two year period without having to apply for a TRV each time. This means you are free to travel in and out of Canada with no hassle for the duration of your Parent and Grandparent Super Visa.
Even parents and grandparents who live in countries that do not require a TRV may benefit from the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa as it will allow you to visit your family in Canada for longer periods of time using the same application process. In place of a regular Canada visitor visa, which allows you to stay in Canada for up to 6 months at a time, you will receive an official letter of authorization from the government that will allow you to visit Canada for up to two years.
Applying for a Parent and Grandparent Super Visa is not much different from applying for a regular Canada visa. Parents and Grandparents applying for a Super Visa must show that they will be financially stable throughout their stay in Canada. Some additional documents may be required before your Parent and Grandparent Super Visa application is accepted. You must also show proof of your relationship with the Canada citizen or resident that you are intending to visit. Additionally, the visa office responsible for handling applications in your country may require further documentation before allowing entrance into Canada. We can help you determine the necessary documents based on your country of residence and provide you with all the information you need in order to apply for and receive a Parent and Grandparent Super Visa.
The Parent and Grandparent Super Visa allow you to visit your family in Canada for periods of up to two years at a time. You may also be eligible to extend your stay for up to ten years if you are eligible for the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. Additionally, there are numerous Canada immigration options that you may be eligible for if you wish to remain in Canada for an extended period of time. If you are interested in living, working, and/or studying in Canada, browse through the Canada immigration options on our site or contact us to speak with an immigration consultant.
In addition to the requirements, you must meet in order to obtain your Super Visa, there are requirements for your child or grandchild who you intend to visit using the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. Your child or grandchild must be either a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in order for you to apply for the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. Also, the child or grandchild must meet the minimum income requirements in order to satisfy that they will be able to financially support you throughout your stay in Canada. You will be required to provide documentation which shows that they meet these requirements. In addition to this, your child or grandchild in Canada must write a letter inviting you to visit them. You will need to include this letter when you apply for your Super Visa.
SM Immigration is dedicated to the reunification of family and we have assisted hundreds of applicants to submit their applications and get approved for Parent and Grandparent Super Visas. We know the importance of family in a person’s life and will do our best to make the process of applying for a Canada visa as simple as possible for you and your family members.
Yes. You may bring your spouse, common-law partner, and dependent children. Your spouse or common-law partner will receive an open work permit for the duration of your studies. The open work permit will allow your spouse or partner to work for any employer within Canada.
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