Spouse Sponsorship
Sponsor Your Spouse
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner to become a permanent resident of Canada.
Processing Fee
$1,205 CAD
Processing
~12 months
Relationship
Spouse/Partner
Sponsor Age
18+
Sponsor Requirements
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Be at least 18 years old
Live in Canada (citizens abroad can also sponsor spouse)
Sign a sponsorship agreement
Provide financial support for 3 years
Sponsored Person Requirements
Be at least 18 years old
Pass medical, criminal, and background checks
Not be inadmissible to Canada
Be in a genuine relationship with the sponsor
Not be a close family member (if conjugal partner)