Spouse visa Canada requirements

Spouse visa Canada requirements


Love knows no borders—and thankfully, Canada agrees. The Canada Spouse Visa (Spousal Sponsorship Program) gives you a beautiful opportunity to reunite with your loved one and start a life together in Canada. It’s essential to understand the requirements of the Spouse visa Canada before applying for it. Let’s break it down as simply and genuinely as possible.


1. Who Can Sponsor a Spouse to Canada?

To become a sponsor, you must meet a few non-negotiable criteria set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). You must:

Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Be 18 years or older
Be living in Canada, or prove that you will return to Canada with your spouse.
Not getting social assistance for reasons other than disability.
Be able to financially support your spouse or partner for at least 3 years

Please note that 
✍️ sponsoring someone is a commitment. You'll need to sign an agreement that confirms you’ll take care of your partner’s basic needs—housing, food, and healthcare not covered by public health.



2 Who Can Be Sponsored❤️?
If you are a partner or spouse of a Canadian PR holder or citizen, you may be eligible for sponsorship. If


🔹 Spouse – Legally married to a Canadian PR holder or citizen
🔹 Common-law partner – Lived with you continuously for at least 12 months



Regardless of the type of relationship, your partner must:

🔹Be 18 years or older
🔹Pass medical, security, and criminal background checks
🔹Prove the relationship is genuine and not for immigration purposes.



Summary
✍️: Applying for a Canada spouse visa isn’t just about paperwork—it requires lots of preparation and guidelines. No doubt about it, the Canadian spouse visa process may appear daunting. Still, with preparation, detailed procedures, and proper guidelines, you can turn your dream into a success. Call our Canada spouse visa experts at 750 383 2132


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    Canada Spouse Visa Requirements FAQ

    Q1. What are the main eligibility requirements for the Canada Spouse Visa?

    To sponsor your spouse, you must meet the following requirements
    • You must be a Canadian PR holder or citizen.
    • 18 years or older,
    • not receiving social assistance (except for disability), and able to support your spouse financially.
    • The relationship must be genuine and well-documented.
     

    Q2. Can I apply for a Canada spouse visa while living outside Canada?

    Yes, Canadian citizens can sponsor a spouse even while living abroad, but must show intent to return to Canada once the spouse is granted PR. Permanent residents must reside in Canada to sponsor.

    Q3. What documents are required for a Canada Spouse Visa application?

    You’ll need identity documents, marriage or relationship proof, photos, chat records, financial documents, police certificates, and medical examination results. Both the sponsor and applicant must submit separate forms.

    Q4. How much bank balance is required for sponsoring a spouse in Canada?

    There is no minimum income requirement for Canada spouse visa sponsorship (except in cases where dependent children are involved). However, sponsors must not be on welfare and should show enough funds to support their partner.
     

    Q6. What is considered valid proof of relationship for Spouse Visa Canada?

    Valid proofs include marriage certificate, joint bank accounts, travel history together, photos, chat/email history, remittance receipts, and letters from friends/family confirming the relationship.

    Q7. Can I sponsor my spouse if I am a student or on a work permit in Canada?

    No, only permanent residents or Canadian citizens can sponsor a spouse for permanent residency. However, temporary visa holders can invite their spouse on an open work or visitor visa (not PR).