Super Visa
The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of citizens and permanent residents of Canada to travel to Canada for extended periods of time. The Super Visa allows for up to 10 entries with each stay, lasting up to 5 years without the need for renewal in contrast to standard visitor visas.
Super Visa in Canada
The Super Visa program was created to allow eligible parents and grandparents to spend more time with their loved ones in Canada with the goal of promoting family reunification. Family ties are strengthened by this program, which also gives families the freedom to schedule extended stays without having to renew their visas frequently.
Key Features of Super Visa:
- Extended Stay: Without having to renew their status, holders are permitted to remain in Canada for a maximum of five years in a row.
- Multiple Entries: Over a ten-year period, the visa permits multiple entries.
- Extension Eligibility: Those who currently possess a Super Visa are eligible to apply for a two-year extension, which would allow them to stay for a maximum of seven years simultaneously.
Applying for the Super Visa
Although the Super Visa application process is simple, it necessitates close attention to detail to guarantee that all requirements are fulfilled.
Application Steps:
- Proof of Relationship: Candidates must provide proof that they are a parent or grandparent of a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.
- Invitation Letter: In Canada, the child or grandchild must write a letter outlining the invitation and providing details about how many people live in their home.
- Financial Support: Proof of the sponsor’s capacity to sustain the applicant during their stay in Canada is required.
- Medical Insurance: Candidates must provide documentation of at least a year’s worth of current Canadian medical insurance coverage.
- Medical Exam: To make sure the applicant satisfies health requirements, a medical exam may be necessary.
Assessment of Super Visa Applications
To ascertain the applicant’s eligibility and likelihood of adhering to visa requirements, each Super Visa application is evaluated based on a number of criteria.
Assessment Criteria:
- Home Country Ties: Assessing the applicant’s ties to their home country, including family, job, and property, to make sure they intend to return after their visit.
- Visit Purpose: Recognize the visits’ purpose and make sure it supports the goals of the Super Visa program.
- Assessment of Financial Resources: Assessing the applicants’ financial resources to ensure they have enough money for the length of their stay.
- Invitation Letter: Checking the Canadian host’s invitation letter for accuracy and completeness.
Eligible Sponsors of Super Visa Applicants
The Canadian host country must fulfill specific eligibility requirements to sponsor a parent or grandparent under the Super Visa program.
Sponsor Requirements:
- Status of Residency: The sponsor needs to be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- Financial Requirements: To prove that they can sustain the visiting family members, the sponsor must fulfill the minimum necessary income (MNI) requirements.
- Household Information: To determine financial capacity, provide information about the number of people living in the sponsors’ household.
How CWC Can Help?
The process of super visa sponsorship can be challenging. At CWC, our immigration experts ensure that every application receives tailored treatment to guarantee a successful process. Contact CWC for a FREE assessment!
FAQs
A visit under the Super Visa can last up to five years without requiring status renewal.
No, employment in Canada is not permitted with the Super Visa. It is only used for visiting.
To be considered, applicants must show that they have had health insurance in Canada for a minimum of one year.
It is possible for Super Visa holders to request a two-year extension which would allow them to stay for a maximum of seven years on a single visit.
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