Bring Your Loved One Home to Canada: A Guide to Spouse Sponsorship

At Anyday Immigration, we understand that your journey in Canada is incomplete without your partner by your side. Canada is not just a land of stunning landscapes and economic opportunity; it’s a place to build a future together with your family. If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, the Spouse Sponsorship program is your pathway to reuniting with your loved one and starting your new life together in this beautiful country.

What is the Spouse Sponsorship Program?

The Spouse Sponsorship program allows you, as a sponsor, to bring your spouse or common-law partner to Canada to live, work, and become a permanent resident. It is a commitment from the Canadian government to keep families together, recognizing that a strong support system is the foundation of a successful life in Canada.

Why Choose Canada for Your Life Together?

Canada consistently ranks as one of the best countries in the world for quality of life, multiculturalism, and stability. By sponsoring your spouse, you are offering them:

• The Right to Live and Work: An open work permit is often available, allowing your spouse to seek employment in any sector immediately.

• Access to Healthcare: Eligibility for Canada’s public healthcare system.

• A Path to Citizenship: A clear and supported pathway to Canadian citizenship for your partner.

• A Safe, Diverse Community: The chance to build a life in one of the most welcoming and diverse societies globally.

Are You Eligible to Sponsor?

To be a sponsor, you must meet the following core requirements:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

• Be at least 18 years of age.

• Reside in Canada, or prove your intent to return to Canada when your spouse lands.

• Demonstrate financial stability to provide for your spouse’s basic needs, without relying on social assistance.

• Have a clean record, with no serious criminal history, immigration fraud, or defaulted sponsorship agreements.

The Heart of the Application: Proving Your Relationship is Genuine

This is the most critical aspect of the application. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) needs to be convinced that your relationship is authentic and not entered into for immigration purposes. A strong application includes compelling evidence such as:

• Legal Proof: A valid marriage certificate or proof of common-law cohabitation for at least 12 consecutive months.

• Relationship Evidence: Photos from your wedding, vacations, and time spent together with family and friends.

• Ongoing Communication: Records of calls, messages, and emails that show the development and continuity of your relationship.

• Social Integration: Joint bank accounts, insurance policies, or property leases.

• Statements of Support: Letters from friends and family affirming your relationship.

Processing Times & Fees: What to Expect

While processing times can fluctuate, current spouse sponsorship applications are typically processed within 12 months. However, this can vary based on application complexity, the visa office handling the file, and the completeness of the submitted documents.

Understanding the Costs:

The government fees are broken down as follows:

• Sponsorship Processing Fee: $550 CAD

• Principal Applicant Processing Fee: $575 CAD

• Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF): $515 CAD

• Biometrics Fee: $85 CAD per person

Total Estimated Government Fees: $1,125 CAD (plus biometrics, if applicable).

Note: An additional fee of $289 CAD applies for sponsors residing in the province of Quebec.

Why Trust Anyday Immigration with Your Spouse Sponsorship?

Navigating the sponsorship process can be emotionally taxing and complex. A single error or missing document can lead to significant delays or a refusal. At Anyday Immigration, we turn your anxiety into assurance.

• Expert Guidance: We stay current with the latest IRCC policies and procedures to provide accurate, up-to-date advice.

• Meticulous Preparation: We help you build a powerful, narrative-driven application that clearly demonstrates the genuineness of your relationship.

• Document Review & Organization: We ensure every form is perfectly filled out and every required document is included and presented effectively.

• Ongoing Support: We are with you every step of the way, providing clarity and peace of mind from start to finish.

Your reunion in Canada is a milestone moment. Let us handle the paperwork so you can focus on what truly matters—planning your future together.

Contact Anyday Immigration today for a consultation, and let us help you bring your loved one home.