How can I prove my relationship with my spouse or partner to IRCC? IRCC requires proof that your relationship is genuine in order to sponsor your spouse or partner for Canadian immigration. If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is in a relationship with a foreign national, you may sponsor that person to join you in Canada and become a permanent resident. You may sponsor your spouse, common law partner or conjugal partner. By Julia Hornstein
What are my obligations when sponsoring my spouse for Canadian immigration? In short, you must be able to provide for your spouse or common-law partner's basic needs. If you sponsor your spouse or partner to become a Canadian permanent resident, you must sign an undertaking, in which you promise to provide financial support for the basic needs of your spouse or partner (and their dependent children, if applicable). By Julia Hornstein
Can my spouse or partner work while their sponsorship application is being processed? Yes, but only with a work permit. If you are sponsoring your spouse or partner in Canada, they can apply for an open work permit when they apply for permanent residence. By Julia Hornstein
How your Canadian spouse can sponsor you for immigration If you are married or in a common-law partnership with a Canadian, here is an overview of the spousal sponsorship process. Spousal sponsorship is a priority for Canada. Under its Immigration Levels Plan 2022-2024, the government aims to welcome some 80,000 new immigrants through its Spousal, Partner, and Children category per year. Most of these immigrants will arrive as the spouses and partners of Canadians. By Shelby Thevenot
How to apply for Canadian immigration spousal sponsorship Learn how you can submit an application to IRCC to obtain permanent residence for your wife, husband, or common-law partner. Spousal sponsorship is a key component of Canada’s immigration system. By Kareem El-Assal
How to sponsor your partner for immigration to Quebec An overview of spousal sponsorship process in Quebec. A Canadian citizen or permanent resident may sponsor their partner or spouse who wishes to immigrate to Quebec. By Alexandra Miekus
