Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents How long is the processing time for spousal sponsorship? For most applicants, the full spousal sponsorship process takes 10-12 months, which is in line with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship’s (IRCC) stated service standard. Processing time varies widely, however, due to the type …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents What are Red Flags for a Spousal Sponsorship Application? ‘Red Flags’ are certain factors in a spousal sponsorship application that may cause an officer at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to look more closely at the genuineness of the relationship. If …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents What is Conjugal Partner Sponsorship? Conjugal partner sponsorship is one of the three recognized relationship types for spousal sponsorship recognized by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), alongside spousal and common-law sponsorship. It refers to an exclusive, marriage-like relationship of at least …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents What is A Genuine Relationship for Spousal Sponsorship? It is imperative to prove that you have a genuine relationship when applying for spousal sponsorship in Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) aims to protect the integrity of Canada’s immigration system and …
How to Make an Appeal of a refused Spousal Sponsorship Application If your spousal sponsorship application was refused and you filed the application under the Outland Sponsorship stream, you have the right to make an appeal before the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). If the refusal was due to missed documentation, an error on your part, …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents Why would a spousal sponsorship application be refused? Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) often rejects spousal sponsorship applications due to incomplete submissions, which results in a refusal to process and the return of the application. An application can be considered incomplete …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents What is the minimum income required to sponsor a spouse? There is no specific income level that is needed in order to sponsor a spouse (a husband, wife, or common-law partner) to Canada. However, the sponsor needs to demonstrate that they can …
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents What are the requirements for spousal sponsorship in Canada? The first step in a successful spousal sponsorship, sometimes known as a spouse visa, is approval of the Canadian sponsor by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). There are a few main requirements …