Family Sponsorship – Bring Your Loved Ones to Canada

As a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor close relatives to join you in Canada through the Family Sponsorship Program. This is a vital pathway for reuniting families, allowing spouses, children, parents, and other eligible relatives to live together in Canada. However, navigating the sponsorship process can be complex, and mistakes or delays can lead to frustration.

We, at Pretzel Immigration Private Limited, specialize in helping individuals sponsor their relatives for immigration to Canada. Our expert consultants are there for you to help all the way, whether you want to sponsor your spouse, child, parent, grandparent, or any other relative. Here's everything you need to know about sponsoring relatives for immigration to Canada and how we can assist you with the same.

Who Can Sponsor?

One has to meet several requirements to sponsor a family member such as:

• A person should be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.
• A person should be 18 years of age or above.
• A person should be capable of supporting the sponsored person.

Who Can You Sponsor?

To sponsor a relative for immigration to Canada, you must meet specific eligibility requirements. Our Immigration consultants will help you determine which relatives you can sponsor based on your situation and ensure all paperwork is correctly submitted.

• Spouse or Common-Law Partner: If you're married or in a common-law relationship (living together for at least 12 consecutive months), you can sponsor your partner to join you in Canada. Pretzel Immigration Private Limited will ensure that your relationship is documented thoroughly to meet Canadian immigration requirements. Also, we will help you to prove the legitimacy of your relationship in case you are in a common-law relationship.
• Dependent Children: You can sponsor your biological or adopted children under the age of 22, who are not married or in a common-law relationship. Children over 22 can be sponsored only if they have been financially dependent on you due to a physical or mental condition. In this case, we can assist in gathering all the required documentation, including birth certificates and proof of financial dependency for children over 22 (if applicable).
• Parents and Grandparents: One of the most common and anticipated forms of family sponsorship is for parents and grandparents. If you're a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor your parents or grandparents to live in Canada permanently. It can be a lengthy and competitive process, especially through the Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP). Pretzel Immigration Private Limited will guide you through this program, ensuring you meet the criteria and submit your application correctly.
• Other Relatives (Under Special Circumstances): In exceptional cases, we can help you sponsor other relatives, such as a sibling, nephew, niece, or grandchild, if you can demonstrate that you are their primary caregiver and that they have no other living relatives who could care for them. Our consultants will assist you in proving your eligibility in these special circumstances.

The Sponsorship Process

Sponsoring a relative to Canada involves several steps, and we, at Pretzel Immigration Private Limited, are here to ensure that every stage of the process is handled professionally. The process involves the following stages:

• Check Eligibility: Before starting the procedure, we evaluate your eligibility as a sponsor and your relative’s eligibility for permanent residence. As a sponsor, you must prove that you can financially support your relative and meet the necessary income requirements. This way, you know that you meet all requirements to avoid setbacks down the road.
• Application Assistance: The sponsorship process begins by submitting two applications, one for the sponsor (to prove you meet the requirements) and one for the relative being sponsored (to demonstrate they are eligible for permanent residence). Our expert consultants will help you fill out all required forms, including the Sponsorship Agreement and Undertaking and the Permanent Residence Application. We’ll also guide you on the necessary documentation, such as proof of your relationship (marriage or birth certificates, etc.), financial support, and background checks.
• Sponsorship Agreement: As the sponsor, you must sign a legally binding sponsorship agreement which means you will be responsible for financially supporting your relative for a set period of time after they arrive in Canada. We will ensure you fully understand your legal obligations, including your financial responsibilities toward your relative for the duration of their stay in Canada.
• Document Preparation and Submission: One of the most important steps in the sponsorship process is submitting the correct documents. Pretzel Immigration Private Limited will help you prepare and organize all required documents such as proof of relationship, financial statements, medical exams, background checks, and other related documents. We’ll ensure everything is submitted correctly to avoid unnecessary delays.
• Visa Processing and Interview Support: After you apply, we will follow up on the processing status. If your relative is required to attend an interview, we will give a sneak preview of the questions that might be asked.
• Updates: We will keep you updated throughout the process, ensuring you’re informed about any changes or additional requests from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Our team will follow up on the status of your application to help move things forward.

If the application is approved, the relative will receive permanent resident status and can move to Canada. Sometimes, the relative may need to complete a medical exam, provide biometric information (fingerprints and photos), and submit additional documents before their permanent residency is finalized.

Financial Responsibility as a Sponsor

As a sponsor, you take on a significant financial responsibility. You must demonstrate that you can financially provide for your relative so that they are not dependent on Canadian social assistance. Pretzel Immigration Private Limited will help you determine whether you meet the minimum income requirements, assist in preparing your financial documents, and ensure you fulfill your obligations under the Affidavit of Support.

Our expert team will guide you through every step, ensuring that your family can join you in Canada as quickly and smoothly as possible. Whether you’re sponsoring a spouse, child, parent, or another relative, we’re here to make your immigration journey a success.