Family sponsorship overview
Spousal, common-law, and dependent child sponsorship requirements at a glance.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, and other eligible relatives. Sponsors must meet income requirements (where applicable), sign an undertaking, and demonstrate a genuine relationship. In-Canada spousal applications may include open work permit options while processing.
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