We are pleased to offer our exceptional legal services for the Super Visa program, designed specifically for parents or grandparents of permanent residents or Canadian citizens. The Super Visa grants multiple-entry temporary resident status for a remarkable duration of up to 10 years. During each entry, parents or grandparents can enjoy an extended stay of up to 5 years in Canada. However, it’s important to note that dependents, such as sons or daughters, are not eligible for the Super Visa.
To ensure a seamless application process, we provide expert guidance on the required documents. These include proof of the relationship to the child or grandchild who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, such as the child’s or grandchild’s birth certificate and, if applicable, their baptismal certificate. An official relationship document naming the applicant as the parent or grandparent is also required.
In addition to relationship documentation, applicants must provide proof of an immigration medical examination and their admissibility to Canada on health grounds. One crucial requirement is a one-year insurance policy from a Canadian insurance company, which must have a validity of one year from the entry date and provide a minimum of $100,000 emergency coverage. This policy should cover health care, hospitalization, and repatriation expenses for the visiting parent(s) or grandparent(s) and be valid for each entry to Canada.
Furthermore, an invitation letter written and signed by the host child or grandchild is essential. This letter should promise financial support for the duration of the parent(s) or grandparent(s)’s stay in Canada and include a list of all household members, including the visiting parent(s) or grandparent(s). A copy of the Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status of the host child or grandchild must also be included.
To meet the financial support requirement, the host child or grandchild must provide proof of financial support that meets the low-income cut-off (LICO). Documents such as the Notice of Assessment (NOA) for the most recent tax year, T4 or T1 for the most recent tax year, pay stubs, and an original letter from the employer stating the job title, job description, and salary are necessary. For a self-employed child or grandchild, a letter from an accountant confirming their annual income may be required. Other sources of income, such as pension statements or investments, if applicable, should also be provided.
Required Documents:
- Proof of relationship to child or grandchild who is a Canadian citizen/PR
- child’s / grandchild’s Birth Certificate
- child’s / grandchild’s Baptismal Certificate, if it applies
- Relationship Document (official document) naming the applicant as the parent or grandparent
- Proof of an immigration medical examination and of being admissible to Canada on health grounds
- One-Year-Insurance Policy with a validity of 1 year effective from the entry date. It must:
- be purchased from a Canadian insurance company with full payment with a minimum of $100,000 emergency coverage
- cover the health care, hospitalization, and repatriation expenses of the grandparent(s) or parent(s)
- be valid for each entry to Canada
- show the border services officer if requested
- An INVITATION LETTER written and signed by the host child or grandchild that includes the following:
- a promise of financial support for the length during parent(s) or grandparent(s)’s stay in Canada
- a list of all members of the household in Canada (including the visiting parent(s) or grandparent(s))
- a copy of Canadian citizenship /PR of the host child/grandchild.
- Proof of FINANCIAL SUPPORT by the child/grandchild. It must meet the low-income cut-off (LICO). The host child/grandchild’s spouse or common-law partner may co-sign the invitation letter that meets the LICO minimum. Documents relating to the Proof of Financial Support:
- Notice of Assessment (NOA) for the most recent tax year
- T4 or T1 for the most recent tax year
- Pay Stubs
- Employment Insurance benefit statement, including:
- For a self-employed child’s / grandchild’s annual income, a letter from an accountant confirming his/her annual income
- Other source income, e.g., pension statement, investments, if any
- an original Letter from the Employer stating – the job title, job description, and salary
- bank statements
We understand the significance of every detail in the Super Visa application process and are committed to providing the utmost support and guidance. Our team of legal experts is here to assist you in preparing and organizing the required documentation, ensuring your application stands out and increases the chances of a successful outcome.
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May 20, 2023
