Family Sponsorship Immigration
Reunite with your loved ones in Canada through our expert family sponsorship services. We help Canadian citizens and permanent residents bring their family members to Canada.
Canada Family Class Immigration
The Family Class immigration program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their eligible family members for permanent residence in Canada. This program is designed to keep families together and help them build a new life in Canada.
As a sponsor, you must meet specific requirements and sign an undertaking to provide financial support for your sponsored family member(s) for a specified period.
Who You Can Sponsor
Spouse or Partner
- • Legally married spouse
- • Common-law partner (1+ years)
- • Conjugal partner
- • Processing: 12 months
- • Fee: CAD $1,205
Dependent Children
- • Under 22 years old
- • Unmarried and not in common-law
- • Over 22 if dependent due to condition
- • Processing: 8-12 months
- • Fee: CAD $150
Parents & Grandparents
- • Annual lottery system
- • LICO + 30% income requirement
- • 20-year undertaking
- • Processing: 20-24 months
- • Fee: CAD $1,205
Other Eligible Relatives
- • Orphaned relatives under 18
- • Last remaining relative
- • Adopted children
- • Processing: 12-18 months
- • Fee: Varies
Super Visa (Alternative)
- • For parents & grandparents
- • Multiple entry visa
- • Stay up to 5 years per visit
- • Processing: 2-4 months
- • Fee: CAD $100
Special Circumstances
- • Humanitarian & compassionate cases
- • Protected persons
- • Special ministerial instructions
- • Processing: Varies
- • Fee: Case-specific
Sponsor Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Be at least 18 years old
- Live in Canada (if permanent resident)
- Meet minimum income requirements (LICO)
- Sign undertaking agreement
Financial Obligations
- Provide basic needs (food, clothing, shelter)
- Healthcare not covered by public health
- Repay social assistance if received
- Duration: 3-20 years depending on relationship
- Joint responsibility with co-signer (if applicable)
Our Family Sponsorship Process
Initial Consultation & Assessment
We evaluate your eligibility as a sponsor and assess your family member's admissibility to Canada.
Document Collection & Preparation
We help gather all required documents including relationship proof, financial documents, and identity papers.
Application Submission
We prepare and submit your sponsorship application and your family member's permanent residence application.
Application Processing & Follow-up
We monitor your application status and respond to any requests from immigration authorities.
Family Reunion Support
We assist with landing procedures and settlement services to help your family integrate into Canadian life.
Income Required for the 3 Tax Years Before the Date You Apply (for the 2025 Intake)
| Family Size | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people | $47,549 | $44,530 | $43,082 |
| 3 people | $58,456 | $54,743 | $52,965 |
| 4 people | $70,972 | $66,466 | $64,306 |
| 5 people | $80,496 | $75,384 | $72,935 |
| 6 people | $90,784 | $85,020 | $82,259 |
| 7 people | $101,075 | $94,658 | $91,582 |
| If more than 7 people, for each additional person, add: | $10,291 | $9,636 | $9,324 |
* Income requirements are for the Parent & Grandparent Program (PGP) 2025 intake. You must meet these income thresholds for 3 consecutive tax years before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about family sponsorship.
Ready to Reunite Your Family in Canada?
Don't navigate the complex family sponsorship process alone. Our experienced immigration consultants will guide you through every step and help bring your loved ones to Canada safely and efficiently.