Canada family visa requirements
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Canada sponsorship visa requirements
Family sponsorship canada.
Sponsoring your spouse, partner or dependent child
Get ready to apply
We won’t ask you for original supporting documents anymore. We now accept copies. You should still have your originals in case we ask you for them during processing.
You must now apply online
As of September 23, 2022, you must now apply online for this program.
If you can’t apply online, and require accommodations, including for a disability, you can ask for the application in another format (paper, braille or large print).
The Complete Guide (IMM 5289) has important information about:
- eligibility
- fees
- how to apply
- how to avoid common mistakes
- how to fill out the forms
- other more detailed information
If you’re sponsoring your adopted child or a child you will adopt in Canada, use the application kit to sponsor adopted children and other relatives instead.
Get your checklist, forms and instructions
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