Spousal sponsorship is a key component of Canada’s immigration system.
Under its Immigration Levels Plan 2021-2023, Canada is targeting to welcome 80,000 immigrants every year. The majority of these immigrants will be the spouses and partners of Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The processing of spousal sponsorship applications has been delayed throughout the coronavirus pandemic; however Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is working to get its processing back on track once COVID-19 has been contained.
Canadian Citizens and permanent residents of Canada may sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner to obtain permanent resident status. To receive approval, the sponsor and sponsored person must demonstrate to IRCC their relationship falls under of the following categories (note that Canada recognizes same-sex relationships):
- Spouse
- Common-law partner
- Conjugal partner
Looking to Sponsor your Partner? Contact DCT Immigration to help you.