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Spousal Sponsorship Canada | Spouse and Partner

Bring your partner to Canada. Complete spousal sponsorship service to reduce refusals and delays.

Processing time: 12-24 months
Verified on: January 27, 2026
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Who is this program for

This program targets Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18 or older who wish to reunite their family in Canada by sponsoring their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner. The sponsor must commit to providing for their partner for 3 years and must not be under a removal order, in prison, or have an undischarged bankruptcy.

Main criteria

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The sponsor must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident aged 18 or older
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Genuine relationship not entered primarily for immigration purposes
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For spouses: legally recognized marriage in Canada
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For common-law partners: cohabitation of at least 12 consecutive months
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The sponsor must commit to providing financial support for 3 years
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The sponsored partner must meet medical and security requirements

Process steps

1. Verify sponsor and partner eligibility

Confirm you are eligible as a sponsor and that your partner meets program criteria.

2. Gather required documents

Prepare all documents: relationship proof, identity documents, police certificates, medical exams, photos, etc.

3. Submit sponsorship and PR application

Submit the sponsorship application (sponsor) and permanent residence application (partner) together through the IRCC online portal.

4. Sponsored partner biometrics

The sponsored partner must provide biometrics at a designated center after receiving the instruction letter.

5. Medical examination

The sponsored partner completes a medical exam with an IRCC-designated physician.

6. Interview (if required)

IRCC may request an interview to verify the authenticity of the relationship. Prepare to answer detailed questions.

7. Decision and PR confirmation

If approved, the partner receives Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR). If abroad, they also receive an immigrant visa.

Typical documents

Application forms (IMM 1344, IMM 0008, etc.)
Valid passports of both partners
Marriage certificate or proof of cohabitation
Photos together (dated and spanning several years)
Proof of communication (messages, calls, travel)
Joint financial documents (lease, bank account)
Police certificates from all countries of residence
Medical exam (IRCC-designated physician)
IRCC-compliant identity photos
Proof of sponsor's status (citizenship or PR)

This list is not exhaustive. Required documents may vary depending on your situation.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ⚠️Insufficient proof of relationship authenticity
  • ⚠️Photos not dated or not showing relationship evolution
  • ⚠️Missing or incomplete documents
  • ⚠️Inconsistencies in provided information
  • ⚠️Not declaring a previous marriage or divorce
  • ⚠️Sponsor not meeting financial obligations

Processing time

12-24 months

Estimated time. May vary based on application volume.

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