Super Visa: Bring Your Parents & Grandparents to Canada
What is the Super Visa?
The Super Visa is a multiple-entry visitor visa designed specifically for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows stays of up to 5 years per entry, and the visa itself can be valid for up to 10 years—perfect for extended family visits without frequent renewals.
🧭 Who Can Apply?
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Parents or grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents, including those from visa‑exempt countries or Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)-required countries.
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Applicants must intend to visit temporarily, and leave Canada voluntarily at the end of their stay.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
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Invitation Letter
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A signed letter from the Canadian host (child/grandchild) which includes a promise of financial support.
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Minimum Necessary Income (LICO)
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Sponsor must meet or exceed IRCC’s Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO) based on household size. Rates are updated annually; e.g., $43,556 for a 4-member household in 2024.
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Valid Travel & Immigration Status
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A valid passport and, if required, an eTA or TRV.
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Medical Insurance
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Coverage from an OSFI-authorized private insurer, valid for at least 1 year, to avoid burdening public healthcare.
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Medical Exam
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A completed immigration medical exam conducted by an IRCC-approved physician.
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⏱️ Latest Processing Times
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Average processing: 8–12 weeks from submission, with an additional 2–4 weeks for biometrics.
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IRCC targets 80% of applications within standard timelines, but delays may occur based on country of origin and application quality.
🔄 Duration & Extensions
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Initial stay: up to 5 years per entry (longer than standard 6-month visitor visa).
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After entry: You may request a 2-year extension from within Canada.
🔁 Recent Updates (2025)
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Health insurance requirements eased: Applicants may now renew insurance during stay, and only OSFI‑authorized foreign insurers are accepted.
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Stable policy environment: Super Visas remain accessible even amid changes in parent/grandparent sponsorship streams.
Why Choose CanLink Consulting?
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✅ Expert-crafted applications: we ensure complete, compliant document packages.
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🏆 Fast-track accuracy: optimal application quality to minimize processing delays.
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🎯 Strategic recalibration: if extensions or renewals are required, we proactively plan and prepare.
Ready to Reunite?
Reunite with your loved ones and benefit from the peace of mind and flexibility of a Super Visa. Let CanLink Consulting take the stress out of the process.
📞 Contact us today to start your Super Visa journey—and keep your family close.
