Good News for Indians in Canada: How to Sponsor Your Child for Permanent Residency? Know all the new Updates related to the Canadian Dependent Visa 2025.

16-09-25

Yogesh shukla

Indians who have moved to Canada as permanent residents (PR holders) or citizens planning to bring their children to live with them permanently. Canada has a Dependent Child Sponsorship Program, which makes this possible, which helps Indian families reunite and ensures children get access to education, healthcare, and long-term security in Canada.

Regarding the following Visa , there have been new updates and information that can help both the applicant and the sponsor. To know more, read along!

Who Can Be a Sponsor for a Dependent Child Visa Programme for Canada? (Indian Parents in Canada)

Requirement	Details
Minimum Age	Sponsor must be at least 18 years old.
Status	Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a registered Indian under the Canadian Indian Act.
Living in Canada	- If you are a PR holder from India, you must live in Canada to apply. - If you are a Canadian citizen of Indian origin, you can apply even if living abroad, but must plan to return to Canada once your child gets a PR.
Financial Rules	No minimum income required if sponsoring a minor child with no dependents. But if the child has dependents of their own, proof of income is needed.

Restrictions

Cannot sponsor if bankrupt, in prison, owing government debts, or receiving social assistance (except disability benefits).

Eligibility of the Children to Be Sponsored for the Canadian Dependent Visa? (For Indian Families)

Eligibility	Details
Age Limit	The child must be under 22 years old and unmarried.
Over 22 Years	If the child has a disability or health condition and has been financially dependent since before age 22, they can still be sponsored.
Consistency	The child must remain a dependent until the application process is completed.

What is a Sponsorship Undertaking for the Canadian Child Visa? (Your Commitment as a Parent)

Child’s Age	How Long Must You Support?
Below 22 years	10 years OR until the child turns 25 (whichever is earlier).
22 years or older	3 years of financial support.

The sponsor should be able to provide the necessities like housing, food, clothing, and health support to their child without relying on Canadian social assistance.

What is the Application Process for the Canadian Dependent Visa 2025 & Costs for the Visa?

Step involved	Details
Application Filing	Apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) with all forms and documents.
Documents Needed	Indian passport copy of child, birth certificate, police certificate (if over 18), parental consent if one parent stays in India, medical exam, sponsor’s PR card or citizenship proof.
Fees	Sponsorship fee: CAD 255 Biometrics: CAD 85 (for children 14+).
Processing Time	Varies; applications from India may take longer due to additional checks.
Quebec Applicants	If staying in Quebec, a separate application to Quebec immigration (MIFI) is required. Note: Sponsorship for children 18+ is suspended until June 2026 in Quebec.

Why is this visa important for Indian Families?

Many Indians working in Canada under PR want their children to grow up in Canada.
This program ensures children can study, work, and eventually apply for Canadian citizenship.
Unlike temporary visas, PR gives children long-term security and benefits.

How Aptech Visa Helps Indian Applicants

Every day, there are new updates with the Visa, whether it's for the PR or the dependent one. As this visa requires the involvement of both parties, the documentation and the rules can be more complicated. A small mistake can lead to delay or rejection. That’s where Aptech Visa, a trusted name in Indian immigration consultancy for the Dependent Visa, makes the process smooth.

Aptech Visa helps you understand if you meet the sponsorship rules for both the applicant and the sponsors.
Assistance with Indian documents like birth certificates, police clearances, and notarized consents.
Ensures your sponsorship file with IRCC is complete and accurate, avoiding rejections.
Guidance for special rules like Quebec suspensions.
From eligibility check to final approval, Aptech supports you at every stage.

With thousands of successful Indian immigration cases handled, Aptech Visa ensures your child’s future in Canada is secure while keeping the process stress-free for you.

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