Parents and grandparents sponsorship is won in the preparation.

Who this is for

Canadian citizens and permanent residents who wish to sponsor a parent or grandparent, and those preparing in advance of future intake rounds.

Decision factors

• Sponsor income against the Minimum Necessary Income for three preceding tax years
• Family size and prior undertakings
• Legal status of the sponsor
• Where the parent or grandparent will settle and receive care

Evidence commonly needed

• Notices of assessment for the three most recent tax years
• Proof of legal status of the sponsor
• Identity, relationship and status documents for the sponsored parents or grandparents

Process

1. Assessment of income and eligibility, including any co-signer strategy
2. Preparation of interest to sponsor material for the next intake window
3. Full sponsorship application if invited
4. Response to IRCC requests through processing to landing

Risks and honest limits

There is no guaranteed invitation. Meeting income thresholds is required in each of the three preceding tax years. Where PGP does not fit, the Super Visa is often the practical alternative.

How an RCIC helps

We check income eligibility carefully, prepare the file so it is ready the moment an intake window opens, and plan a realistic Super Visa strategy in parallel where appropriate.

Official sources

• Parents and grandparents (IRCC)