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Dependent Child Sponsorship: Reuniting Families in Canada

Our Dependent Child Sponsorship service falls under the Family Class sponsorship, designed to bring families together in Canada. Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their dependent children living abroad to become permanent residents in Canada.

Are You Eligible to Sponsor Your Child?

To sponsor your child for immigration to Canada, you must be

  1. 18 years or older,
  2. a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or registered under the Indian Act.
  3. Proving your relationship with your child and ensuring financial capability is essential.
  4. Certain criteria, such as not having a criminal record, being free from investigation, and not receiving income assistance, must also be met.

Does Your Child Qualify for Sponsorship?

Eligible dependent children include biological or adopted children under 22 years old, unmarried, and not in a common-law relationship. Children over 22 may also qualify if they have a physical or mental condition preventing self-support and have relied on their parents’ financial support since before 22.

Requirements for Sponsoring a Child:

As a sponsor, you must commit to providing your child with basic needs, including housing, clothing, food, and medical expenses not covered by the public health system. The duration of the undertaking varies: 10 years or until the child reaches 25 for those under 22, and 3 years for children over 22.

The Sponsorship Process in Four Steps:

  • Obtain an application package from the government website with instructions and forms.
  • Pay the online application fee, which covers processing, Right of Permanent Residence Fee, biometrics, and third-party fees if applicable.
  • Submit your application following the provided guide’s submission instructions.
  • Submit the required supporting documents as requested by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

At our immigration service, we specialize in navigating the complexities of Dependent Child Sponsorship, helping you reunite with your child in Canada. Let us guide you through the process with expertise and dedication.

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